
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Park Forest Neighborhood of Park Forest, IL from $750 (30 Rentals)
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1916 Euclid Ave

474 W 14th Pl

502 W Lincoln Hwy

4031-4041 Charleston Rd

484 Hickory St
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205-207 W 14th Pl

128 W 34th St

4139-4143 Lindenwood Dr

4205-4211 Lindenwood Dr

4117 Lindenwood Dr

402 Hickory St

378 West 116th
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130 Hickory St

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1430 Donovan Dr

450-480 W 16th St

137 W 27th St

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148 W 14th St

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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 | $1,085 | $1,050 | $1,120 |
| Downtown Park Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $1,160 | $1,680 |
| Downtown Park Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $1,150 | $1,930 |
| Downtown Park Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,600 | $2,430 |
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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. Oakwood Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,365. 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 |
| Oakwood Townhomes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| Park Towers Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,479 |
| Matteson Blu | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Park Forest, IL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Park Forest area is the $1.60 price per square foot The Maple Model at Olympic Village Apartments in the in the Indian Hill neighborhood starting from $1,440. The second greatest value Downtown Park Forest apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cedar Ridge Apartments starting at $1,479 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Lincoln Station 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Village Apartments | The Maple | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Westbridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Park Towers Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Park Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Park Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Park Forest Apartment is $1,160 at Linden Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Park Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Park Forest is starting from $1,415 at Linden Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Park Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Park Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakwood Townhomes and starts from $1,825.
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