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6500 W Cermak Rd, Unit 338

3258 Maple Ave, Unit 3258 Maple Ave

3258 Maple Ave

6843 W 21st St, Unit 6843 West 21st St

636 S 13th Ave

1121 S East Ave

7300 W North Ave, Unit 2B
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7300 W North Ave, Unit 7300 West North Ave

3146 S Harlem Ave

6116 W Roosevelt Rd

7640 Wilcox St

7234 W North Ave, Unit 7234

7321 14th St

926 Dunlop Ave

1537 Harlem Ave, Unit 3w
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6839 W 21st Pl, Unit 6839 West 21st St

410 School St

3150 S Harlem Ave

3148 S Harlem Ave

1227 S Harlem Ave, Unit 215

415 S Lombard Ave

837 Lathrop Ave

106 Lincoln Ave
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3537 S Harlem Ave

7330 39th St

7234 W North Ave

658 Washington Blvd

1227 S Harlem Ave

2536 Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2

2536 Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2

2536 Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2
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1301 N Harlem Ave

7432 Washington St

645 Elgin Ave, Unit 2

407 S East Ave

412 School St

1822 Gunderson Ave

6543 16th St

3014 S Harlem Ave, Unit G
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1112 N Harlem Ave

266 Washington Blvd

1030 Dunlop Ave

1900 S Harvey Ave
Forest Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Forest Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,151 | $1,275 | $3,500 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,910 | $1,900 | $6,000 |
| Forest Park 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,849 | $3,849 | $3,849 |
| Forest Park 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Park, IL is a Studio unit found at 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood priced from $1,059. 3230 Home Ave in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432-438 N. Austin Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| 3230 Home Ave | H | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Evelyn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,220 |
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| 3049 Harlem Ave | Garden East | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-308 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1010 S 2nd | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| RRK Ventures LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3 baths Model at 2717 Wesley Ave in the in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 62 Washington Blvd Model at 62 Washington Blvd, Unit 2 starting at $1,900 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2717 Wesley Ave | 3 Beds, 3 baths | 3BR,3BA | $1.06 |
| 62 Washington Blvd, Unit 2 | 62 Washington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 60 Washington Blvd | 60 Washington Blvd | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 1835 Home Ave, Unit 1 & 2 | 1835 Home Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 111-113 Harrison St | Apartment 113-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 1137 Highland Ave, Unit Apt 2 | 1137 Highland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 1111 Circle Ave, Unit 1111 Circle Avenue Unit 2 | 1111 Circle Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 24-32 Washington Blvd. | 24 Washington A & 32 Washington B | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 2037 S 15th Ave, Unit 1N | 2037 S 15th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Park?
There are currently 914 Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,670. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Park ranging from $1,200 to $6,000.
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 $1,200 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,452.
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