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River Forest, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Forest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,509 | $1,275 | $4,000 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,202 | $1,595 | $5,000 |
| River Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,694 | $3,200 | $5,350 |
| River Forest 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,524 | $3,200 | $3,849 |
| River Forest 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available River Forest Apartments for Rent and Nearby
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 $995. 2110 S 5th Ave in the Maybrook Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. 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 | 1002 1/2 - 37 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 2110 S 5th Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| 1010-1012 S 2nd Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| 2115-2126 S 4th Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432-438 N. Austin Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,109 |
| 411-419 Thatcher Ave. | 411 Thatcher GH | Studio,1BA | $1,139 |
| 425-431 N. Humphrey Ave. | 427 N. Humphrey D | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - A | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 516 Des Plaines Ave. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL and Nearby
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2305 N Melvina Ave Model at 2305 N Melvina Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Galewood neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 7131 W Altgeld St Model at 7131 W Altgeld St starting at $2,300 with a $1.35 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2305 N Melvina Ave, Unit 1 | 2305 N Melvina Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 7131 W Altgeld St | 7131 W Altgeld St | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 2807 N 74th Ct, Unit 3a | 2807 N 74th Ct | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| 62 Washington Blvd, Unit 3 | 62 Washington Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 6323 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 3 | 6323 W Fullerton Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 930 North | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 901-927 Wesley Ave. and 705-711 Garfield St. | 901 Wesley | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 515 South Blvd | 515 South Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| 322-330 W Washington Blvd | 1Bd1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 130-142 N. Humphrey Ave. | 130 N. Humphrey N & S | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in River Forest?
There are currently 951 Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL with pricing that ranges from $995 to $7,846. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River Forest ranging from $1,100 to $5,350.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in River Forest?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River Forest ranges from $1,100 to $5,350 with an average monthly rent of $2,859.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in River Forest?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in River Forest range from $1,700 to $7,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.
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