
Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL (1,049 Rentals)


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1443 Bonnie Brae

1111 Bonnie Brae

406 Franklin Ave

534 Bonnie Brae

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The Emerson

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Oak Park Place

Oak Park Residence Corporation

301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.

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7520 W Grand Ave

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The Brixen

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Porter

Grand Park Apartments

511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.
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Pleasant Oak

1116 Washington - Oak Park

914 North Blvd. Oak Park, IL 60302

238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave

100 Forest Place Apartments

254 S. Maple Ave.

100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd.

201-209 N. Grove Ave.

1000 - 1010 North Blvd
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126-132 N. Elmwood Ave. and 418-426 Lake St.

101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd.

305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph St.

139-143 S Oak Park Ave

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322-330 W Washington Blvd

901-927 Wesley Ave. and 705-711 Garfield St.

415-425 S. Taylor Ave.

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2008 S 15th Ave, Unit 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment

115 Marengo Ave, Unit 505
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645 Elgin Ave, Unit 2

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112 N Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1F

511 Lake St, Unit 511-3 Lake Street

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1107 Hannah Ave, Unit Apt#2

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2918 N 75th Ct, Unit Elmwood park unit

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8306 Grand Ave, Unit 1N

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817 N 23rd Ave, Unit Apt 5

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224 N Austin Blvd, Unit # 1

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7542 Adams St, Unit 311

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2303 N 74th Ave, Unit 2
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River Forest, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,849 | $995 | $3,059 |
| River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $1,050 | $5,500 |
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,961 | $1,395 | $6,037 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,213 | $1,895 | $7,627 |
| River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,476 | $2,100 | $5,300 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,132 | $1,275 | $2,950 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,374 | $2,100 | $5,100 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $4,500 | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about River Forest
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in River Forest, IL?
As of today, August 01, 2026, there are currently 1,049 available River Forest apartments priced from $995 to $7,627, with an average monthly rent of $2,743.
How much are Studio apartments in River Forest?
There are currently 321 Studio Apartments in River Forest with rent ranges from $995 to $3,059 with an average price of $1,849.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom River Forest Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in River Forest ranges from $1,050 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,274.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in River Forest cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in River Forest range from $1,395 to $6,037. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,961.
How expensive are River Forest Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 125 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in River Forest on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,895 to $7,627 - averaging $3,213 for the location.
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