
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL (532 Rentals)


1518 N Harlem Ave, Unit 2E

1539 Monroe Ave, Unit 2

1541 Monroe Ave

1539 Monroe Ave

406 Franklin Ave

1447 Bonnie Brae Pl

7354 Central Ave

RF Lake Street

1517-1519 Bonnie Brae Pl
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7213 W Division

416-420 Thatcher Ave

1510 N Harlem Ave

1530 Clinton Pl

1522-1526 N Harlem Ave

7356 Lake St

411-419 Thatcher Ave.

The Emerson

ReNew Oak Park

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Albion Oak Park
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Porter

201-209 N. Grove Ave.

254 S. Maple Ave.
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100 Forest Place Apartments

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

1116 Washington - Oak Park

Clarence & Harrison Apartments

126-132 N. Elmwood Ave. and 418-426 Lake St.

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

Circle Court

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

645 Elgin Ave, Unit 2

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2303 N 74th Ave, Unit 2

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54 Lake St, Unit Oak Park @ Bed.rm in Historic District

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7405 Dixon St, Unit 1st Floor

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535 S Lombard Ave, Unit 1

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2840 N Rutherford Ave, Unit Garden

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112 N Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1F

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1700 N Meade Ave, Unit 2

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7900 W Belmont Ave, Unit 3

1206 Orchard Ave

2405 N Neva Ave, Unit Loft Style Ground Unit
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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 | $1,912 | $1,150 | $3,353 |
| River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $800 | $3,689 |
River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,495 | $6,037 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,511 | $1,850 | $7,627 |
| River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,411 | $3,391 | $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 $3,628. 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 | $3,628 |
| North Oak Lofts | C3 | 1,261 Sq Ft | $2,619 |
| The Emerson | B3 | 1,199 Sq Ft | $3,659 |
| Oak Park City | C10 | 1,170 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| 24-32 Washington Blvd. | 24 Washington B & 32 Washington A | 1,128 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
| 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 |
| Galewood Residences | Apartments - Two Bed w/ Balcony | 974 Sq Ft | $2,613 |
| The Grove Residences | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 924 Sq Ft | $2,980 |
Cheapest Available River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 16, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in River Forest, IL is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $1,565 at 404 School in the Downtown Maywood neighborhood. The second most affordable River Forest 2 Bedroom is the 432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H Model at 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. starting at $1,619 in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in River Forest is currently $2,691. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in River Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 404 School | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,565 |
| 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H | $1,619 |
| Circle Court | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | $1,675 |
| 1032 Washington | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,695 |
| GS Oak Park Flats | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,795 |
| 24-32 Washington Blvd. | 24 Washington B & 32 Washington A | $1,799 |
| Grand Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Apartment | $1,825 |
| 241 Des Plaines Ave. | 2 Bedroom | $1,959 |
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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 404 School listed at $1,565.
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 $2,691.
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 1,088 sq ft.
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