
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL from $980 (38 Rentals)
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7071 170th St

4809 W Engle Rd

7121 West LLC

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7109 Laverne Ln

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7250 W 157th St

6607 181st St

3014 W 163rd St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Oak Forest Studio Apartments | $1,008 | $980 | $1,065 |
| Cheap Oak Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $1,185 | $1,925 |
| Cheap Oak Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,325 | $2,660 |
| Cheap Oak Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $1,850 | $3,195 |
| Cheap Oak Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,925 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Oak Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oak Forest, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Edenbridge in the Brookside Glen neighborhood priced from $1,185. 7448 Sycamore Ct in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edenbridge | Anthony | 1BR, 1BA | $1,185 |
| 7448 Sycamore Ct | One Bed s | 1BR, 1BA | $1,395 |
| Heritage Manor | 1BR/1BATH | 1BR, 1BA | $1,450 |
| The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR, 1BA | $1,509 |
| 17200 71st Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,800 |
| 15744 S Lake Dr | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR, 1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $2.00 price per square foot Boone Signature Townhouse Model at Edenbridge in the Brookside Glen neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at 15744 S Lake Dr in the Brementown neighborhood starting at $1,850 with a $1.90 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edenbridge | Boone Signature Townhouse | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.00 |
| 15744 S Lake Dr | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Heritage Manor | 1BR/1BATH | 1BR, 1BA | $1.53 |
| 7448 Sycamore Ct | One Bed s | 1BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR, 1BA | $2.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment is $1,185 at Edenbridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Forest is starting from $1,495 at 7448 Sycamore Ct.
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