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725 Woodbine Ave

Oak ParkIL60302

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Oak Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Park

853 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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421 South Oak Park Avenue
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

421 South Oak Park Avenue

419-421 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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Live in Oak Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Live in Oak Park

1041 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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The Ray Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Ray Apartments

1118-1126 S Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60304
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230 S Maple
1 Bedroom Apartments

230 S Maple

230-238 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60302
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901-917 S Euclid Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

901-917 S Euclid Ave

901-917 S Euclid AveOak Park, IL 60304
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817 S. Oak Park Ave.
Studio Apartments

817 S. Oak Park Ave.

817-819 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60304
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450-460 N Austin Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

450-460 N Austin Blvd

450-460 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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Bon Villa Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bon Villa Apartments

320 Wisconsin AveOak Park, IL 60302
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North Court
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Court

480 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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301 Harrison
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

301 Harrison

301 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
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700 North Austin Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

700 North Austin Blvd

700 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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1000 Austin
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1000 Austin

1000-06 S Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60304
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801-811 S Euclid Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

801-811 S Euclid Ave

801-811 S Euclid AveOak Park, IL 60304

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255 S Maple
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

255 S Maple

1140-1144 N Randolph StOak Park, IL 60302
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1000 N Austin
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1000 N Austin

1000 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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1022 N. Austin
1 Bedroom Apartments

1022 N. Austin

1022-1024 N AustinOak Park, IL 60302
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514 S Austin
1 Bedroom Apartments

514 S Austin

514 S Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60304
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432-438 N. Austin Blvd.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

432-438 N. Austin Blvd.

432-438 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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7 Van Buren
1 Bedroom Apartments

7 Van Buren

404 S Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60304
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425-431 N. Humphrey Ave.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

425-431 N. Humphrey Ave.

425 N Humphrey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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300 Madison St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

300 Madison St

300 Madison StOak Park, IL 60302
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112-122 S Maple Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112-122 S Maple Ave

112-122 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60302

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206-214 N Austin Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

206-214 N Austin Blvd

206-214 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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400 Scoville
1 Bedroom Apartments

400 Scoville

400-412 S Scoville AveOak Park, IL 60302
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422-426 S Taylor Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

422-426 S Taylor Ave

422-426 S Taylor AveOak Park, IL 60302
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930 N Austin Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

930 N Austin Blvd

930 N Austin BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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Harvey
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harvey

411-415 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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921-923 Lake St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

921-923 Lake St

921-923 Lake StOak Park, IL 60301
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130 Washington Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

130 Washington Blvd

124-130 W Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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432 S Clinton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

432 S Clinton Ave

432 S Clinton AveOak Park, IL 60302
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901-911 S Clinton
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

901-911 S Clinton

905-907 Clinton AveOak Park, IL 60304
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Cheapest Available Oak Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oak Park, IL is a Studio unit found at Washington Plaza in the Austin neighborhood priced from $890. 5836 W Madison in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Washington PlazaStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$890
5836 W MadisonStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$895
5957 W MadisonStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$915
4850 W North AveNSTUDIO1Studio,1BA$990
1000 - 1010 North Blvd1016-12Studio,1BA$995
Pine North1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
723 N Central1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,055
432-438 N. Austin Blvd.432-438 N. Austin StudioStudio,1BA$1,059
418 S Laramie1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining1BR,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Park, IL

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Park area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3 baths Model at 2717 Wesley Ave in the in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Oak Park apartment is the 2726 N Nordica Ave Model at 2726 N Nordica Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,500 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2717 Wesley Ave3 Beds, 3 baths3BR,3BA$1.06
2726 N Nordica Ave, Unit 32726 N Nordica Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.47
901 Ontario Apartments3 bedroom 2 bath3BR,2BA$1.24
1543 N Lorel Ave, Unit 11543 N Lorel Ave3BR,1BA$1.47
5021 W Belden St, Unit 2W5021 W Belden St3BR,1BA$1.40
5100 W Madison3 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment with Dining3BR,2BA$1.18
2252 N Mason Ave, Unit 2252 N Mason2252 N Mason Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
3025 N Parkside Ave, Unit 13025 N Parkside Ave1BR,1BA$1.47
2659 N Monitor Ave1st floor2BR,1BA$1.29
7700 W Altgeld St, Unit 37700 W Altgeld St1BR,1BA$1.37

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Oak Park Overview

Located in the heart of Chicago's west side, Oak Park apartments are an ideal way to get to know the Windy City and all that it has to offer. From a thriving job market to the cultural excitement of one of the nation's most popular destinations, Oak Park is an in-demand locale brimming with opportunity.

Why live in Oak Park, IL?

Offering easy access to one of the most in-demand cities in the world, Oak Park apartments are a hot commodity indeed. Offering a wide range of school options as well as a consistent job market, this dynamic city is an ideal slice of life in the state of Illinois.

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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 Washington Plaza listed at $890.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Park Apartment is $1,050 at Pine North.

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 $1,200 at Pine North.

What is the most affordable Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 5100 W Madison and starts from $1,355.

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