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Forest Park, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Park, IL is a Studio unit found at 1026-1028 Washington Blvd. in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood priced from $1,119. Pleasant Oak in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1026-1028 Washington Blvd.1028 Washington BGStudio,1BA$1,119
Pleasant OakStudio - AStudio,1BA$1,175
2115 S 4th Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,205
21st Street81BR,1BA$1,250
2101 Wesley Ave111BR,1BA$1,300
165 S. Oak Park Ave.165 S. Oak ParkStudio,1BA$1,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL

As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at 901 Ontario Apartments in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 3014 Harlem Ave Model at 3014 Harlem Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,195 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
901 Ontario Apartments3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.24
3014 Harlem Ave, Unit 23014 Harlem Ave2BR,1BA$1.69
617 Madison St, Unit #1617 Madison St3BR,1BA$1.76
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.45
1107 Hannah Ave, Unit Apt # 21107 Hannah Ave2BR,1BA$1.43
1231 Clinton Ave, Unit 11231 Clinton Ave3BR,1BA$1.80
1510 N 1st Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.59
21st Street81BR,1BA$1.67
Circle Court1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.80
7125 Stanley Ave, Unit G27125 Stanley AveStudio ,1BA$1.66

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Park?

There are currently 925 Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $8,670. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Park ranging from $1,000 to $5,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Park ranges from $1,000 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,378.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forest Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest Park range from $1,695 to $3,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,660 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.