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$2,950 - $4,3502 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Grove - Encore
8000 O’Connor DrRiver Grove, IL 60171
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$4,500 - $5,0003 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Grove Luxury Townhomes
3000 Cottonwood LnRiver Grove, IL 60171
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$2,475 - $4,2502 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
North Oak Lofts
6533 W Palmer StChicago, IL 60707
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$1,795 - $5,095Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Albion Oak Park
1000 Lake StOak Park, IL 60301
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$2,8952 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
MADISON WEST
7652 Madison StForest Park, IL 60130
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$1,840 - $7,814Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oak Park Place
479-483 N Harlem AveOak Park, IL 60301
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$1,259 - $1,399Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.
301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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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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$1,690 - $7,600Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Porter
1105 Pleasant St StOak Park, IL 60302
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$2,200 - $3,4501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Grove Residences
8001 Belmont AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
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$7,500 - $9,250Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Pearl of Montclare Memory Care
2833 N Nordica AveChicago, IL 60634
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$1,075 - $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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$1,399Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph St.
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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Large 2 Bedroom Apartment with Heated Garage
2725 Budd StRiver Grove, IL 60171
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$2,1002 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1, 2026
515 South Blvd, Unit 1E
515 South BlvdOak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest Gated Studio Apartments | $1,787 | $1,075 | $7,500 |
| River Forest Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $950 | $9,250 |
| River Forest Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,713 | $1,350 | $6,550 |
| River Forest Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $1,800 | $9,626 |
| River Forest Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,643 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
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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
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2 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in River Forest?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in River Forest is at Grand Park Apartments listed at $1,825.
How much is the average rent for a Gated River Forest Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in River Forest is $2,535.
What is the largest Gated River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in River Forest is a 1,853 square feet unit starting from $2,475 at North Oak Lofts.
What is the average size for River Forest Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in River Forest is currently at 1,008 sq ft.
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