Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL from $700 (99 Rentals)

1725 Madison St, Unit 2nd floor

154 Des Plaines Ave

7705 W Fullerton Ave

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201-207 N Harlem Ave

2840 73rd Ave

2802 N Rutherford Ave

1004 Des Plaines Ave

415-425 S. Taylor Ave.

1116 Washington - Oak Park

411 Beloit Ave

101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd
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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 |
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River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,993 | $900 | $7,500 |
River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $700 | $9,250 |
River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,115 | $1,350 | $8,670 |
River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $1,695 | $4,500 |
River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,133 | $3,500 | $5,000 |
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Getting Around River Forest, IL
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Forest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Forest is at 1412-1414 N. Austin Blvd. listed at $1,149.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $1,149 at 1412-1414 N. Austin Blvd..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is starting from $1,149 at 1412-1414 N. Austin Blvd..
What is the most affordable River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1412-1414 N. Austin Blvd. and starts from $1,149.
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