7206 Oak Ave
River ForestIL60305
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7310 W North Ave, Unit 2B
7310 W North AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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1530 N 1st Ave
1530 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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Oak Park Residence Corporation
41 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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1000 - 1010 North Blvd
1000-1010 North BlvdOak Park, IL 60301
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Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
156 Des Plaines Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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154 Des Plaines Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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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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301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.
301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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Pleasant Oak
212 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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443 22nd Ave, Unit bellwood
443 22nd AveBellwood, IL 60104
7439 Randolph St
Forest ParkIL60130
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511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.
511-521 S Cuyler AveOak Park, IL 60304
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Grand Park Apartments
1005-1037 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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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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100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd
100-112 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
201-207 N Harlem Ave
Oak ParkIL60302
2802 N Rutherford Ave
ChicagoIL60634
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6840 W North Ave, Unit 2B
6840 W North AveChicago, IL 60707
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415-425 S. Taylor Ave.
415-425 S Taylor AveOak Park, IL 60302
1121 Washington Blvd
Oak ParkIL60302
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419 Harrison St
Oak ParkIL60304
414 S Maple Ave
Oak ParkIL60302
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River Forest, IL Local Guide
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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 | $2,048 | $1,050 | $7,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $1,100 | $9,250 |
| Cheap River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,887 | $1,895 | $4,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,911 | $2,835 | $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 1010 S 2nd Ave in the Downtown Maywood neighborhood priced from $995. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1010 S 2nd Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Oak Park Residence Corporation | studios at various prices and locations (3DT) | Studio,1BA | $1,180 |
| Clarence & Harrison Apartments | 618-3W | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1014 1/2 - 24 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - B | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd | 101 S. Harvey W, 103 S. Harvey, 239 South W, 24... | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| 504-508 S. Cuyler Ave. | 508 S. Cuyler W | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2017 N 72nd Ct Model at 2017 N 72nd Ct, Unit 2 in the in the Conti Circle neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 7445 Jackson Blvd Model at 7445 Jackson Blvd, Unit 2W starting at $1,980 with a $1.58 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 N 72nd Ct, Unit 2 | 2017 N 72nd Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 7445 Jackson Blvd, Unit 2W | 7445 Jackson Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Brixen | Montclare | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 1127 Hannah Ave, Unit B | 1127 Hannah Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 1914 N 18th Ave, Unit 3 | 1914 N 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Fountainhead Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 1316 Wisconsin Ave, Unit Garden | 1316 Wisconsin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave | 218 Pleasant G | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 902-910 N. Austin Blvd. and 4-10 Iowa St. | 906 N. Austin E & F | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 1412-1414 N. Austin Blvd. | 1412 N. Austin E | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 1010 S 2nd Ave listed at $995.
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 $1,299 at 218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey 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 $2,936.
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