Cheap Apartments for Rent in Park Forest, IL from $600 (45 Rentals)

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Autumn Ridge
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Ridge

119 E Sycamore DrPark Forest, IL 60466
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Central Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Central Park

11 Fir StPark Forest, IL 60466

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Eagle Ridge Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Ridge Apartments

3331-3351 S Commercial AveSouth Chicago Heights, IL 60411

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Oakwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

421-505 Dixie HwyChicago Heights, IL 60411
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4035 Lindenwood Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4035 Lindenwood Dr

4035 Lindenwood DrMatteson, IL 60443
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Richton Square Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Richton Square Apartments

22300 Richton Square RdRichton Park, IL 60471
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Cedar Ridge Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

950 Cedar Ridge LnRichton Park, IL 60471
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Lindenwood Courts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lindenwood Courts

4206 Lindenwood DrMatteson, IL 60443

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Cheapest Available Park Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Park Forest, IL is a Studio unit found at Linden Park Apartments in the Downtown Park Forest neighborhood priced from $1,050. Carriage Creek Apartments in the Lincoln Station neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,210. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Park Forest apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Linden Park ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,050
Carriage Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Garden B1BR,1BA$1,210
Dynasty House Apartments1 Bedroom UNIV1BR,1BA$1,305
Maple Leaf ApartmentsMid-rise1BR,1BA$1,320
Park Towers Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1,380
Westbridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated1BR,1BA$1,415
Oakwood Townhomes1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhomes Updated1BR,1BA$1,425
Olympic Village ApartmentsThe Maple2BR,1BA$1,440
Cedar Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,529

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Park Forest, IL

As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Park Forest area is the $1.22 price per square foot 104 W Main St Model at 104 W Main St, Unit 1 in the in the Indian Hill neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Park Forest apartment is the 48 W 21st St Model at 48 W 21st St starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Indian Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Park Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
104 W Main St, Unit 1104 W Main St3BR,1BA$1.22
48 W 21st St48 W 21st St5BR,2BA$2.08
Dynasty House Apartments3 Bedroom UNIV3BR,2BA$1.86
Park Towers Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath A Remodel2BR,2BA$1.93
1541 Euclid Ave, Unit Apartment #11541 Euclid Ave2BR,1BA$1.22
Olympic Village ApartmentsThe Maple2BR,1BA$1.60
Cedar Ridge Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.72
Maple Leaf ApartmentsGarden1BR,1BA$1.66
Westbridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated1BR,1BA$1.77
Carriage Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Garden B1BR,1BA$1.81

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Park Forest Overview

"With a population of around 20,000 and located due south of the big city excitement of Chicago, Park Forest apartments are a great way to get to experience all that life in Illinois has to offer. Touting the motto ""Live, Grow, Discover"", this 'little big city' has much to offer in the way of opportunity and convenience."

Why live in Park Forest, IL?

Home to both natural public park beauty and modern city convenience, Park Forest apartments are an ideal way to get closer to the charm of Illinois. Offering much in the way of schools, employment opportunities and nearby big city cultural experiences, this is one hot spot that should be high on the list for anyone considering a move to the greater Chicago metro vicinity.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Park Forest Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Park Forest Apartment is $1,210 at Carriage Creek Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Park Forest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Park Forest is starting from $1,310 at Carriage Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Park Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Park Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Linden Park Apartments and starts from $1,715.

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