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How much does it cost to rent a home in Forest Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Lake 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,180 | $1,800 | $2,600 |
| Forest Lake 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,117 | $2,200 | $3,900 |
| Forest Lake 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,127 | $3,350 | $8,500 |
| Forest Lake 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,295 | $5,600 | $6,990 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Lake, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Wauconda Park Apartments in the Liberty Lakes - Freedom Series neighborhood priced from $1,300. Heritage Green Apartments in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wauconda Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Lakeside Village Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 710 SQ FT MID LEVEL | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, IL and Nearby
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Lake area is the $2.06 price per square foot Lancaster Townhome- Den Model at Deer Park Crossing Apartments in the in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood starting from $4,319. The second greatest value Forest Lake apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Morris Station starting at $2,525 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Park Crossing Apartments | Lancaster Townhome- Den | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.06 |
| Morris Station | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Eastbanks of Lake Zurich | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Albion on Lake Cook | A4 - 1 Bed + Den, 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Cardinal Square - Building C | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Lakeside Village Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 710 SQ FT MID LEVEL | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Wauconda Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Lake?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $9,387. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Lake ranging from $1,350 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Lake?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Lake ranges from $1,350 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,427.
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