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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 Manchester Court Apartments in the Ishnala neighborhood priced from $1,105. 14600 Pulaski Rd. in the Country Aire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Manchester Court Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,105
14600 Pulaski Rd.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,150
7448 Sycamore CtOne Bed s1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $2.46 price per square foot 2D Model at Boulevard at Central Station in the in the Barrett Brothers neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the One Bed s Model at 7448 Sycamore Ct starting at $1,395 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Parkside 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.
Boulevard at Central Station2D2BR,2BA$2.46
7448 Sycamore CtOne Bed s1BR,1BA$1.55
6537 173rd Pl, Unit 1B6537 173rd Pl2BR,1BA$2.09
Manchester Court Apartments1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.70
The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$2.30
14600 Pulaski Rd.1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Forest

What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Forest?

There are currently 186 Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,035 to $3,299. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Forest ranging from $1,175 to $4,499.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oak Forest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oak Forest ranges from $1,175 to $4,499 with an average monthly rent of $2,594.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oak Forest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oak Forest range from $2,470 to $3,299, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,915.

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