
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park Neighborhood of Joliet, IL from $1,100 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Park area of Joliet.


131 Hobbs Ave

116 SE Circle Dr

4-6 Irving St

364-366 Western Ave

2513 E Cass St

250 Marble St
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Relyea Bldg

203 Union St

216-220 Cass St

222-224 Ohio St

Liberty Landing

Redwood Lockport

1716 N Broadway St
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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 | $1,350 | $1,250 | $1,450 |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,471 | $1,125 | $3,249 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 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
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Redwood Lockport | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $3,024 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $2.19 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Lockport in the in the Maple Hill neighborhood starting from $3,024. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 801 N Bluff St Model at 801 N Bluff St, Unit 801 Bluff #2 starting at $1,195 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Rockdale Junction 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Lockport | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 801 N Bluff St, Unit 801 Bluff #2 | 801 N Bluff St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 121 Comstock St, Unit 1E | 121 Comstock St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Bays Tower Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleForest Park, Joliet, IL
Ranked #41
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Park is starting from $1,550 at Bays Tower Apartments.
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