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Cheap Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL from $600 (154 Rentals)
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1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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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
6832 W Medill Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
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7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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2132 N Harlem Ave
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2840 73rd Ave
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1123 Washington Blvd
Oak ParkIL60302
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301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.
301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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6606 W George St
ChicagoIL60634
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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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Pleasant Oak
212 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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415-425 S. Taylor Ave.
415-425 S Taylor AveOak Park, IL 60302
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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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ChicagoIL60639
316 Lake St
Oak ParkIL60302
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238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave
238-250 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
805 N 22nd Ave
Melrose ParkIL60160
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The Bryant at Oak Park
1033-1045 Pleasant StOak Park, IL 60302
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171 25th Ave
Melrose ParkIL60160
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Oak Park City Apartments
675 Lake StOak Park, IL 60301
2334 N 72nd Ct
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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720 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
2650 N Harlem Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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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 | $1,787 | $1,075 | $7,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $950 | $9,250 |
| Cheap River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,713 | $1,350 | $6,550 |
| Cheap River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $1,800 | $9,626 |
| Cheap River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,643 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
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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 2110 S 5th Ave in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,015. 1530 N 1st Ave in the North Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2110 S 5th Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| 1530 N 1st Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1010-16 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| 1010 S 2nd Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| 2109 S 5th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| 638-642 Harrison St. | 638 Harrison W | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd. | 101 S. Harvey W, 103 S. Harvey, 239 South W, 24... | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.39 price per square foot 7660 Adams St Model at 7660 Adams St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at Large 2 Bedroom Apartment with Heated Garage starting at $2,490 with a $1.78 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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| 7660 Adams St, Unit 1 | 7660 Adams St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Large 2 Bedroom Apartment with Heated Garage | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 1115 S Oak Park Ave, Unit 1115 S. Oak Park | 1115 S Oak Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 922 S Grove Ave, Unit 1 | 922 S Grove Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 1231 Clinton Ave, Unit 1 | 1231 Clinton Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 1412-1414 N. Austin Blvd. | 1414 N. Austin W | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 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 |
| 2109 S 5th Ave | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| 638-642 Harrison St. | 638 Harrison W | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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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 2110 S 5th Ave listed at $1,015.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $1,150 at 1530 N 1st 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 $1,285 at 2109 S 5th 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 $3,036.
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