Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL from $600 (11 Rentals)

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Forest Hills Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Hills Apartments

5003-5049 W 159th StOak Forest, IL 60452
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Knox Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Knox Apartments

15301-15311 S Knox AveOak Forest, IL 60452
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Rustic Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rustic Oaks

15963 Leclaire AveOak Forest, IL 60452

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Astoria Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Astoria Commons

3434 147th StMidlothian, IL 60445
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Village Crossing
2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Crossing

14729-14757 Homan AveMidlothian, IL 60445
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Oak Forest, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oak Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oak Forest, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Edenbridge Apartments in the Brookside Glen neighborhood priced from $1,150. The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,449. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Edenbridge ApartmentsSenior Living 1x11BR,1BA$1,150
The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,449
Heritage Manor1BR/1BATH1BR,1BA$1,450
One Fifty Seven Oak Forest1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,910

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $1.53 price per square foot 1BR/1BATH Model at Heritage Manor in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at One Fifty Seven Oak Forest starting at $1,910 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Chateaux neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Heritage Manor1BR/1BATH1BR,1BA$1.53
One Fifty Seven Oak Forest1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.84
The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$2.30
Edenbridge ApartmentsSenior Living 1x11BR,1BA$1.92

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Chicago

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Getting Around Oak Forest, IL

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,150 at Edenbridge Apartments.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.