
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL (150 Rentals)


1122 N Harlem Ave

7820 Madison St

1447 Bonnie Brae Pl

RF Lake Street

417 Lathrop Ave

7213 W Division

1510 N Harlem Ave

7356 Lake St

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2833 Auxplaines Ave, Unit Unite 3

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1021 S 16th Ave, Unit 1

2226 N 72nd Ct, Unit 2

2418 N 75th Ct

309 Chicago Ave, Unit 1

1834 N 22nd Ave

1047 S Harlem Ave

919 Pleasant St

1021 S 16th Ave

2618 73rd Ave

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3016 N Harlem Ave

2833 N Auxplaines St

2746 N 75th Ct

2726 N Nordica Ave

1101 S Oak Park Ave

7544 W Belmont Ave

6957 W Fletcher St

2536 N 72nd Ct

1636 N Nashville Ave

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2725 N Oak Park Ave

1912 S 4th Ave

2817 N 75th Ave

727 Ridgeland Ave

1440 Circle Ave

1610 S 4th Ave

7431 Warren St

2731 N 75th Ave

948 Madison St

147 N Euclid Ave
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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 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in River Forest, IL is found at Galewood Residences in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District neighborhood and is 2,647 square feet priced from $3,999. 901 Ontario Apartments in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,577 square feet and currently listed start at $1,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in River Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galewood Residences | Townhome | 2,647 Sq Ft | $3,999 |
| 901 Ontario Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 1,577 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| North Oak Lofts | D2 | 1,344 Sq Ft | $2,929 |
Cheapest Available River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 16, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in River Forest, IL is the 3 bedroom 2 bath Model starting from $1,950 at 901 Ontario Apartments in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. The second most affordable River Forest 3 Bedroom is the D2 Model at North Oak Lofts starting at $2,929 in the Galewood neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in River Forest is currently $3,511. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in River Forest:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 901 Ontario Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | $1,950 |
| North Oak Lofts | D2 | $2,929 |
| Galewood Residences | Townhome | $3,999 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in River Forest with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in River Forest is at 901 Ontario Apartments listed at $1,950.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is $3,511.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in River Forest is a 2,647 square feet unit starting from $3,999 at Galewood Residences.
What is the average size for River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in River Forest is currently 1,710 sq ft.
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