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Cheap Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL from $600 (131 Rentals)
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414 S Maple Ave
Oak ParkIL60302
7234 W North Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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$1,1001 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
1725 Madison St, Unit 2nd floor
1725 Madison StMaywood, IL 60153
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$1,125 - $1,455Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 28
Oak Park Residence Corporation
41 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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154 Des Plaines Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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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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$1,175 - $1,745Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pleasant Oak
212 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,195 - $1,450Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
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$1,195 - $1,200Studio Apartments Available Aug 1
1000 - 1010 North Blvd
1000-1010 North BlvdOak Park, IL 60301
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$1,259 - $1,399Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 31
305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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7705 W Fullerton Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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$1,349Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 31
100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd
100-112 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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7334 Randolph St
Forest ParkIL60130
201-207 N Harlem Ave
Oak ParkIL60302
2802 N Rutherford Ave
ChicagoIL60634
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2840 73rd Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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$1,3752 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
1316 Wisconsin Ave, Unit Garden
1316 Wisconsin AveBerwyn, IL 60402
1004 Des Plaines Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
952 Pleasant St
Oak ParkIL60302
411 Beloit Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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$1,395 - $1,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,399Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 31
301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.
301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,399 - $1,5491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 31
101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd
101-111 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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River Forest, IL Local Guide
Oak Park Ave. near Lake St by David Wilson is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap River Forest Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $900 | $7,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $1,100 | $9,250 |
| Cheap River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $1,350 | $8,744 |
| Cheap River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,695 | $4,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,450 | $4,000 | $5,000 |
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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 Pleasant Oak in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood priced from $1,175. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| 37 Rockford Ave. | 37 Rockford 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| 165 S. Oak Park Ave. | 165 S. Oak Park | Studio,1BA | $1,335 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 1510 N 1st Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 901-927 Wesley Ave. and 705-711 Garfield St. | 915 Wesley | 1BR,1BA | $1,439 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at 901 Ontario Apartments in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 2602 N 74th Ct Model at 2602 N 74th Ct, Unit 2602 n 74th court starting at $2,400 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Dunning 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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| 901 Ontario Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 2602 N 74th Ct, Unit 2602 n 74th court | 2602 N 74th Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 617 Madison St, Unit #1 | 617 Madison St | 3BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 2000 N 17th Ave, Unit 1 | 2000 N 17th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1914 N 18th Ave, Unit 3 | 1914 N 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 2036 N 72nd Ct, Unit 1 | 2036 N 72nd Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 1107 Hannah Ave, Unit Apt # 2 | 1107 Hannah Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-110 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 1510 N 1st Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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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
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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 Oak Park Residence Corporation listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $1,205 at 2115 S 4th 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 901 Ontario Apartments and starts from $1,950.
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