
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL (529 Rentals)


1557 Monroe Ave, Unit # 2

1111 Bonnie Brae

406 Franklin Ave

1447 Bonnie Brae Pl

7354 Central Ave

RF Lake Street

1517-1519 Bonnie Brae Pl

7213 W Division

416-420 Thatcher Ave
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1510 N Harlem Ave

1530 Clinton Pl

1522-1526 N Harlem Ave

411-419 Thatcher Ave.

7356 Lake St

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Albion Oak Park

The Emerson

ReNew Oak Park

North Oak Lofts

Oak Park Place
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Oak Park Residence Corporation

Galewood Residences

The Grove Residences

The Brixen

Grand Park Apartments

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Porter

1116 Washington - Oak Park

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

100 Forest Place Apartments

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

201-209 N. Grove Ave.

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.

Circle Court

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

415-425 S. Taylor Ave.

645 Elgin Ave, Unit 2

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8306 Grand Ave, Unit 1N

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112 N Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1F

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2303 N 74th Ave, Unit 2

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540 S Taylor Ave, Unit Garden Apartment

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2435 N 78th Ave, Unit GN

2405 N Neva Ave, Unit Loft Style Ground Unit

7432 Washington St, Unit 602

6560 W Diversey Ave, Unit 516

106 S Ridgeland Ave, Unit 402
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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 |
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Largest Available River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in River Forest, IL is found at Porter in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood and is 1,692 square feet priced from $6,037. Albion Oak Park has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,363 square feet and currently listed start at $3,979. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in River Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porter | 2 Bed/2.5 Bath Den-M1S | 1,692 Sq Ft | $6,037 |
| Albion Oak Park | (C21) Two Bedroom W/ Den Apartment | 1,363 Sq Ft | $3,979 |
| North Oak Lofts | C3 | 1,261 Sq Ft | $2,639 |
| The Emerson | B3 | 1,199 Sq Ft | $3,399 |
| 7652 Madison Street | 7652 Madison Street - 405 | 1,125 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Circle Court | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,675 |
| Oak Park Place | B3 | 1,045 Sq Ft | $3,190 |
| 820-828 N Austin Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Galewood Residences | Apartments - Two Bed w/ Balcony | 974 Sq Ft | $2,549 |
| The Grove Residences | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 924 Sq Ft | $2,980 |
Cheapest Available River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 01, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in River Forest, IL is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $1,395 at 6221 W Wabansia Ave in the Galewood neighborhood. The second most affordable River Forest 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 404 School starting at $1,565 in the Downtown Maywood neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in River Forest is currently $2,961. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in River Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 6221 W Wabansia Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,395 |
| 404 School | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,565 |
| 404 S 4th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $1,630 |
| Circle Court | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | $1,675 |
| 820-828 N Austin Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,825 |
| Galewood Residences | Apartments - Two Bed w/ Balcony | $2,549 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in River Forest with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in River Forest is at 6221 W Wabansia Ave listed at $1,395.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is $2,961.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in River Forest is a 1,692 square feet unit starting from $6,037 at Porter.
What is the average size for River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in River Forest is currently 1,107 sq ft.
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