
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IL from $975 (95 Rentals)


422-426 S Taylor Ave

Lombard & Madison

948 N Austin Blvd

310 S. Austin Blvd.

Harrison East

6149 W North

Thomasville

300 Madison St

16-24 N Austin
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Pleasant Circle North

400 N Taylor Ave

162 N Humphrey Ave

428 Washington Blvd

832 S Maple Ave

Pleasant Circle South

304 Home Ave

225 Harrison St.

326-334 S. Austin Blvd.
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433-435 S Grove Ave

414-416 S Kenilworth Ave

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4914 W 18th St, Unit 5, Unit 5

500 S Laramie

12 N Long Ave, Unit 1A

418 S Laramie

2520 N Sayre Ave

5900 W Ohio St

1638 S 50th Ave, Unit 2F

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5216 W Crystal St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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5214 W Crystal St

5440 W Huron St, Unit 3

646 N Long Ave

111 Des Plaines Ave

2166 N Moody Ave

1640 N Lamon Ave

2300 N Harlem Ave, Unit 204

2242 73rd Ave

5005 W Ferdinand St, Unit 5005 w unit #1, Unit 5005 w unit #1

Total Monthly Price
4865 W Concord Pl
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4958 W Crystal St, Unit 1

300 N Menard Ave

17-19 N Waller Ave

2228 S. Central Ave.

La Rose Apartments

8111 W Grand Ave

5201 W Washington Blvd (old)

8107 W Grand Ave

4807-11 W Thomas St

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Oak Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Studio Apartments | $1,618 | $890 | $3,049 |
| Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $650 | $5,500 |
| Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,680 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Oak Park, IL
Oliver W Holmes Elementary School
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Park is at 5500 W Van Buren listed at $1,155.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment is $1,155 at 5500 W Van Buren.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Park is starting from $1,155 at 5500 W Van Buren.
What is the most affordable Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 5500 W Van Buren and starts from $1,155.
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