
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oak Park Neighborhood of Oak Park, IL from $700 (52 Rentals)
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1116 Washington - Oak Park

101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd

100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd

511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.

305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph

126-132 N. Elmwood Ave. and 418-426 Lake St.

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

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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 | $1,762 | $1,195 | $2,180 |
| Downtown Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $1,345 | $3,695 |
| Downtown Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $1,595 | $6,550 |
| Downtown Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,789 | $1,950 | $8,774 |
| Downtown Oak Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,645 | $3,200 | $8,090 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Oak Park Neighborhood of Oak Park, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Oak Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Oak Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1000 - 1010 North Blvd priced from $1,195. 1116 Washington - Oak Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Downtown Oak Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1010-16 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-412 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd | 101 S. Harvey W, 103 S. Harvey, 239 South W, 24... | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| RRK Ventures LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| 322-330 W Washington Blvd | 1Bd1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 401-403 Washington Blvd. | 401-403 Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 405-407 Washington Blvd. | 405-407 Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 133 Rockford Ave. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,419 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 302-312 Washington Blvd. and 337-345 S. Cuyler Ave | 345 S. Cuyler S, 304 & 310 Washington S | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oak Park, IL
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oak Park area is the $1.58 price per square foot 202 N Ridgeland Ave Model at 202 N Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Downtown Oak Park apartment is the 258 Washington Blvd Model at 258 Washington Blvd, Unit 2 starting at $2,800 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 202 N Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2 | 202 N Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 258 Washington Blvd, Unit 2 | 258 Washington Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 7660 Adams St, Unit 1 | 7660 Adams St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 425 N Maple Ave, Unit 2 | 425 N Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 173-181 N. Grove Ave. | 175. N Grove G & H & 179 N. Grove C & D | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.88 |
| 206 N Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1 | 206 N Kenilworth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 322-330 W Washington Blvd | 1Bd1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 254 S. Maple Ave. | 1116G | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd | 101 S. Harvey W, 103 S. Harvey, 239 South W, 24... | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 1000 - 1010 North Blvd listed at $1,195.
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 $1,295 at 1116 Washington - Oak Park.
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 $2,176 at Oak Park City Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Oak Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ridgeland Flats and starts from $3,495.
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