Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $900 (16 Rentals)
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Forest Park, Joliet, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $995 | $1,450 |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $1,095 | $2,894 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $1,195 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Park Neighborhood of Joliet, IL.
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Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park area of Joliet, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Bays Tower Apartments priced from $1,250. Parkview Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent in Joliet, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Parkview Estates | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Redwood Lockport | Haydenwood | 2BR,2BA | $2,633 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL
As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $0.91 price per square foot 511 W Jefferson St Model at 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 in the in the Sunset Point neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the Willowood Model at Redwood Lockport starting at $2,894 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Maple Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 511 W Jefferson St, Unit 3 | 511 W Jefferson St | 3BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Redwood Lockport | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Parkview Estates | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| 10 5th Ave, Unit 1 | 10 5th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 207 Bridge St, Unit 2 | 207 Bridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 575 E Division St, Unit 2 | 575 E Division St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 108 Nicholson St, Unit 1 | 108 Nicholson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 811 N Center St, Unit 1 | 811 N Center St | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park is Bays Tower Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Forest Park costs $2,633.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Forest Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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