
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oak Park Neighborhood of Oak Park, IL from $1,345 (42 Rentals)


511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.

1116 Washington - Oak Park

316 Lake St

238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave

230 S Maple

421 South Oak Park Avenue

400 Scoville
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921-923 Lake St

Kenton House

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Clinton Court

421 S Harvey Ave

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458-466 Washington Blvd

300 Madison St

Pleasant Home

322-330 W Washington Blvd

401-403 Washington Blvd.

405-407 Washington Blvd.

209 S Oak Park Ave
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302-312 Washington Blvd. and 337-345 S. Cuyler Ave.

501 N. Lombard Ave.

218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave.

421 S. Elmwood Ave.

Circle Court

7222 Dixon St

300 Des Plaines Ave
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229 Marengo Ave

102 Rockford Ave

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7244 Randolph St.

527-533 Des Plaines Ave. and 7624-7626 Wilcox

RRK Ventures LLC

37 Rockford Ave.
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133 Rockford Ave.

204 Marengo Ave.
Downtown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Oak Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oak Park Studio Apartments | $1,668 | $1,075 | $2,769 |
Downtown Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,954 | $1,345 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $1,595 | $4,809 |
| Downtown Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,327 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,651 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL
Oliver W Holmes Elementary School
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Oak Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Oak Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Oak Park is at 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd. listed at $1,345.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Oak Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Oak Park Apartment is $1,345 at 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Oak Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Oak Park is starting from $1,345 at 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd..
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