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2525 W Monroe St

619 S 5th St

1010 N 12th St

1011 N 12th St

47 Imperial Valley Dr

1408 N 15th St
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1413 N 5th St

1137 N 4th St

525 W Cook St

3430 N Peoria Rd

3617 N Grand Ave E

423 W Lawrence Ave

14 Amos Valley Dr
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1235 N 8th St

4 Amos Valley Dr

31 Imperial Valley Dr

1506 E Phillips St

1024 N 11th St

16 Sonoma Dr

27 Amos Valley Dr
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17 Grand Valley Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Oakford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,088 | $900 | $1,300 |
| Oakford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,467 | $530 | $2,950 |
| Oakford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,397 | $1,295 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Oakford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oakford, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Senior Flats priced from $400. Jacksonville Affordable Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $485. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oakford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $485 |
| Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $657 |
| Beardstown Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $703 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakford, IL and Nearby
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakford area is the $0.90 price per square foot Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes in the starting from $895. The second greatest value Oakford apartment is the Townhouse Model at The Boulevard Townhomes starting at $975 with a $1.04 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| The Boulevard Townhomes | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Safe Harbor Properties | 2 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. Capitol View. | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 3TEN Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Lincoln Senior Flats | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| New Eastlawn Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pine Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Beardstown Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Jacksonville Affordable Housing | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Oakford?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Oakford, IL with pricing that ranges from $347 to $3,400. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oakford ranging from $530 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oakford?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oakford ranges from $530 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,463.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.