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1534 Bonnie BraeRiver Forest, IL 60305
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411-419 Thatcher Ave.
411-19 Thatcher AveRiver Forest, IL 60305
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1000 - 1010 North Blvd
1000-1010 North BlvdOak Park, IL 60301
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1971 N 19th Ave
1971 N 19th AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
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2130 S 13th Ave
2130 S 13th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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Pleasant Oak
212 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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Oak Park Residence Corporation
41 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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411 Beloit Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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$1,325
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116 N 21st Ave, Unit 2F
116 N 21st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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Grand Park Apartments
1005-1037 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.
511-521 S Cuyler AveOak Park, IL 60304
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305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph St.
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd.
101-111 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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1510 N 1st Ave
1510 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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322-330 W Washington Blvd
330 W Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.
301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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515 South Blvd
515 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave
238-250 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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246 S Marion St
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805 N 22nd Ave
Melrose ParkIL60160
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Circle Court
214 Circle AveForest Park, IL 60130
425 S Kenilworth Ave
Oak ParkIL60302
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The Bryant at Oak Park
1033-1045 Pleasant StOak Park, IL 60302
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Oak Park City Apartments
675 Lake StOak Park, IL 60301
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947 South Blvd
947 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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Galewood Residences
1619 N Neva AveChicago, IL 60707
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1015-1017 S 4th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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1829 N Broadway AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1921 S 17th Ave
1921 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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1450 N 1st Ave
1450 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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520 Elgin Ave
520 Elgin AveForest Park, IL 60130
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Oak Park
853 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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421 South Oak Park Avenue
419-421 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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300 Des Plaines Ave
300 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1041 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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2036 S 13th Ave
2036 S 13th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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1143 S Lathrop Ave
1143 S Lathrop AveForest Park, IL 60130
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230 S Maple
230-238 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60302
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Broadview Apartments
2112 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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1937 S 17th Ave
1937 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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7511-7515 Roosevelt Rd
7511-7515 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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7441-7445 Roosevelt Rd
7441-7445 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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320 Elgin Ave
320 Elgin AveForest Park, IL 60130
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901-917 S Euclid Ave
901-917 S Euclid AveOak Park, IL 60304
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229 Marengo Ave
229 Marengo AveForest Park, IL 60130
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,774 | $895 | $3,079 |
| Cheap River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $1,150 | $5,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $1,350 | $6,185 |
| Cheap River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $1,700 | $7,600 |
| Cheap River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,004 | $2,395 | $5,363 |
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Cheapest Available River Forest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in River Forest, IL is a Studio unit found at 1000 - 1010 North Blvd in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood priced from $895. 1010 S 2nd Ave Maywood, IL 60153 in the Downtown Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here is today’s list of the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1012 1/2 -41 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1010 S 2nd Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| 2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 710-712 N. Austin Blvd. Oak Park, IL 60302 | 710.5 N. Austin E | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| 804 Harrison St. | 804 Harrison G | Studio,1BA | $1,165 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-412 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| RRK Ventures LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2305 N Melvina Ave Model at 2305 N Melvina Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Galewood neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 532 Thomas Ave Model at 532 Thomas Ave, Unit #1 starting at $2,275 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2305 N Melvina Ave, Unit 1 | 2305 N Melvina Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 532 Thomas Ave, Unit #1 | 532 Thomas Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 7131 W Altgeld St | 7131 W Altgeld St | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 8222 Grand Ave, Unit 3a | 8222 Grand Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 2833 Auxplaines Ave, Unit Unite 3 | 2833 Auxplaines Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 901-927 Wesley Ave. and 705-711 Garfield St. | 901 Wesley | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 322-330 W Washington Blvd | 1Bd1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1510 N 1st Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd. | 101 S. Harvey W, 103 S. Harvey, 239 South W, 24... | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Grand Park Apartments | Upgraded 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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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 1000 - 1010 North Blvd listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $1,285 at 2110 S 5th Ave.
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 $1,350 at 1510 N 1st Ave.
What is the most affordable River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at North Oak Lofts and starts from $3,029.
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