
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Park Ridge, IL from $1,200 (48 Rentals)


503-1218 W Talcott Rd

1710-1716 W Touhy Ave

1817 W Touhy Ave

1425 W Touhy Ave

7251-7259 Lawrence

Courts of the Fountains

2525 E Ballard Rd, Unit 203

7628 N Milwaukee Ave
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7628 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit ONE BED, Unit ONE BED

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7632 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit ONE BED, Unit ONE BED

7628 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit B2

7630.5 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit A2

7632.5 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit A2

8100 W Oakton St

The Pavilion

5310 N Chester Ave, Unit 424, Unit 424

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8450 Waukegan Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1
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8812 Briar Ct

4904 N Harlem Ave

Courtyards On The Park

Glen Oaks Commons

8506 Waukegan Rd, Unit 3

Park Ridge Commons

Mont Clare

1285 Washington St, Unit #8, Unit #8

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Legacy Crossings

1425 Ashland Ave, Unit na

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8257 W Lawrence Ave, Unit #3, Unit #3

5935 N Northwest Hwy

9829 Lawrence Ct

The Wright Building

Park Colony Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

7195 Barry St
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1376-1384 Brown St

10201 Dearlove Rd

1475 Ashland Ave

4747 N Ronald St

8052 N Oriole Ave

8524-8532 W Gregory St

8856 Northshore Dr, Unit 1E, Unit 1E

677 S River Rd

9074 W Terrace Dr
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1995 Howard Ave

6830 N Ozark Ave

800 Graceland Ave
Park Ridge, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Park Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,703 | $1,180 | $3,608 |
| Park Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $1,200 | $4,194 |
| Park Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $1,395 | $6,789 |
| Park Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $2,100 | $9,694 |
| Park Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,728 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Park Ridge, IL
Maine South High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Park Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Park Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Park Ridge is at Courtyards On The Park listed at $1,535.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Park Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Park Ridge Apartment is $1,535 at Courtyards On The Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Park Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Park Ridge is starting from $1,535 at Courtyards On The Park.
What is the most affordable Park Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Park Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Courtyards On The Park and starts from $1,535.
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