
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Park Forest Neighborhood of Park Forest, IL from $700 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Park Forest area of Park Forest.


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Autumn Ridge

Central Park

3484 Western Ave

325 Onarga St

Linden Park Apartments
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1541 Euclid Ave, Unit Apartment #1

Olympic Village Apartments

Cedar Ridge Apartments

392 W Hickory St, Unit 1E

392 W Hickory St, Unit 2E

Park Towers Apartments

631 Andover St
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1267 Division St

Matteson Blu

63 W Hickory St

The Residences at Carriage Creek

4035 Lindenwood Dr

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Cedar Ridge Apartments
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Lindenwood Courts

444 W Hickory St
Downtown Park Forest, Park Forest, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Park Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Park Forest Studio Apartments | $1,050 | $1,050 | $1,050 |
| Downtown Park Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $1,160 | $1,680 |
| Downtown Park Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $1,100 | $1,930 |
| Downtown Park Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,128 | $1,645 | $2,430 |
| Downtown Park Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,850 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Park Forest Neighborhood of Park Forest, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Park Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Park Forest area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Linden Park Apartments priced from $1,050. Park Towers Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here are the most affordable Downtown Park Forest apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Park Towers Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Park Forest, IL
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Park Forest area is the $1.16 price per square foot 1665 Buena Vista Ave Model at 1665 Buena Vista Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Indian Hill neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown Park Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1665 Buena Vista Ave, Unit 3 | 1665 Buena Vista Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 48 W 21st St | 48 W 21st St | 5BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| Park Towers Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath A Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| 1541 Euclid Ave, Unit Apartment #1 | 1541 Euclid Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Matteson Blu | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhome Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Linden Park Apartments | Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Park Forest, Park Forest, IL
21st Century Preparatory Center
Rich East Campus High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Park Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Park Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Park Forest is Park Towers Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,380, while the average apartment in Downtown Park Forest costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Park Forest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Downtown Park Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Park Forest?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Park Forest have an average cost of $125 which is $2,375 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Park Forest.
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