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Cheap Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL from $600 (119 Rentals)
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$895 - $1,195Studio Apartments Available Now
1000 - 1010 North Blvd
1000-1010 North BlvdOak Park, IL 60301
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7234 W North Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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$1,105 - $1,845Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 31
Oak Park Residence Corporation
41 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
1702 St Charles Rd
MaywoodIL60153
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$1,175 - $1,475Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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$1,200 - $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,200 - $1,750Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
2132 N Harlem Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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7613 W Fullerton Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
6606 W George St
ChicagoIL60634
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$1,3001 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1
2624 N 75th Ave, Unit Elmwood Apartment
2624 N 75th AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
1124 Dunlop Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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$1,3101 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
1750 Riverwoods Dr, Unit 109
1750 Riverwoods DrMelrose Park, IL 60160
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$1,325 - $1,8251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Grand Park Apartments
1005-1037 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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$1,3451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 4
101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd
101-111 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,345Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 31
100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd
100-112 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,3502 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
1510 N 1st Ave
1510 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
2802 N Rutherford Ave
ChicagoIL60634
134 S Kenilworth Ave
Oak ParkIL60302
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$1,395 - $1,4851 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
322-330 W Washington Blvd
330 W Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,399 - $1,489Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 30
511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.
511-521 S Cuyler AveOak Park, IL 60304
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$1,399Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 30
305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,4002 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
8624 Fullerton Ave
8624 Fullerton AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Forest Park Apartments Bldg 1
303 Des Plaines 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 | $1,804 | $895 | $7,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $1,150 | $9,250 |
| Cheap River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,754 | $1,350 | $6,550 |
| Cheap River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $1,900 | $8,764 |
| Cheap River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,810 | $3,200 | $8,301 |
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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. 7520 W Grand Ave in the Dunning neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1010-16 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-412 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1400 Bataan Dr | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Grand Park Apartments | Upgraded 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 302-312 Washington Blvd. and 337-345 S. Cuyler Ave | 337 S. Cuyler B | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.58 price per square foot 202 N Ridgeland Ave Model at 202 N Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 6700NORTH starting at $2,795 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District 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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| 202 N Ridgeland Ave, Unit 2 | 202 N Ridgeland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 6700NORTH | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 901 Ontario Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 2725 N 75th Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 2725 N 75th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| 1619 N Merrimac Ave, Unit 1 | 1619 N Merrimac Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 206 N Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1 | 206 N Kenilworth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 2000 N 17th Ave, Unit 1 | 2000 N 17th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 400 S 4th Ave, Unit Spacious 3 bedroom, 1 bat | 400 S 4th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 322-330 W Washington Blvd | 1Bd1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1750 Riverwoods Dr, Unit 109 | 1750 Riverwoods Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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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 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 $1,295 at 1116 Washington - Oak Park.
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 $1,700 at Clarence & Harrison Apartments.
What is the most affordable River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 901 Ontario Apartments and starts from $1,950.
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