
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Park Ridge, IL from $700 (120 Rentals)
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2312 Oakton St

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1401 Carol St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1050 Touhy W Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

1302 Carol St, Unit A2

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1302 Carol St, Unit TWO BEDS, Unit TWO BEDS

1710-1716 W Touhy Ave

13 N Clifton Ave

2 S. Greenwood

1220 Carol St
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1 S NW Highway

7251-7259 Lawrence

Courts of the Fountains

5310 N Chester Ave

7245 W Lawrence Ave

1266 Washington Dr

2525 E Ballard Rd, Unit 203

8524-8532 W Gregory St

Mont Clare

9575 Maple Dr
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1471 Ashland Ave, Unit 8, Unit 8

5102 N Leonard Dr

5310 N Chester Ave, Unit 424, Unit 424

Ronald & Gunnison

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8450 Waukegan Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

7232 W Crain St, Unit GDN

Legacy Crossings

9451 Maple Dr

Courtyards On The Park

1285 Washington St, Unit #8, Unit #8
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8281 W Elizabeth Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

9595 Maple Dr, Unit 2N

8506 Waukegan Rd, Unit 21

9595 Maple Dr

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8506 Waukegan Rd, Unit ONE BEDROOM - UNIT 11, Unit ONE BEDROOM - UNIT 11

8506 Waukegan Rd, Unit 51

Glen Oaks Commons

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10451 Carol Ct, Unit 2E, Unit 2E

Oak Trails Apartments

4712 N Olcott Ave
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Park Ridge Commons

The GLEN VIEW

1355 W Touhy Ave

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10380 Michael Todd Terrace

The Monarch

4276 Central Rd

1425 Ashland Ave, Unit na

10389 Dearlove Rd, Unit 200, Unit 200

8614 W Berwyn Ave

1004 S River Rd, Unit 203
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Park Ridge, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Park Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Park Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,968 | $1,180 | $4,054 |
| Cheap Park Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,200 | $4,468 |
| Cheap Park Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,933 | $1,395 | $6,995 |
| Cheap Park Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,332 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Park Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,445 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Park Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Park Ridge, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtyards On The Park in the Near North Suburban Cook neighborhood priced from $1,545. Park Ridge Commons in the Near North Suburban Cook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Park Ridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyards On The Park | 1x1 Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Park Ridge Commons | SEVEN60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| Legacy Crossings | Alcove | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Monarch | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,747 |
| 8614 W Berwyn Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Park Ridge, IL
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Park Ridge area is the $1.57 price per square foot 8357 W Summerdale Ave Model at 8357 W Summerdale Ave, Unit #1 in the in the O'Hare neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Park Ridge apartment is the 8022 Oriole Ave Model at 8022 Oriole Ave, Unit 1 floor starting at $2,275 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Park Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8357 W Summerdale Ave, Unit #1 | 8357 W Summerdale Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 8022 Oriole Ave, Unit 1 floor | 8022 Oriole Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| 10380 Michael Todd Terrace | 10380 Michael Todd Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1401 Carol St, Unit 1 | 1401 Carol St | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 8614 W Berwyn Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 1302 Carol St, Unit TWO BEDS | 1302 Carol St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 7632 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit TWO BEDROOMS | 7632 N Milwaukee Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 10451 Carol Ct, Unit 2E | 10451 Carol Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 8281 W Elizabeth Ave, Unit 3 | 8281 W Elizabeth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 8450 Waukegan Rd, Unit 1 | 8450 Waukegan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Best Local Schools in Park Ridge, IL
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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 Legacy Crossings listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Park Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Park Ridge Apartment is $1,545 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 $1,795 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 The Monarch and starts from $3,153.
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