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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 | $2,145 | $1,275 | $3,800 |
| River Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,068 | $1,995 | $5,100 |
| River Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,450 | $3,300 | $3,750 |
| River Forest 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,225 | $3,225 | $3,225 |
| River Forest 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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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 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood priced from $1,059. 1026-1028 Washington Blvd. in the Downtown Oak Park 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432-438 N. Austin Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| 1026-1028 Washington Blvd. | 1028 Washington BG | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 817 S 19th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| 2115 S 4th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1014 1/2 - 23 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 902-910 N. Austin Blvd. and 4-10 Iowa St. | 908 N. Austin C & H | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - B | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 425-431 N. Humphrey Ave. | 431 N. Humphrey L | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2726 N Nordica Ave Model at 2726 N Nordica Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at 901 Ontario Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.24 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2726 N Nordica Ave, Unit 3 | 2726 N Nordica Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| 901 Ontario Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 511 Lake St, Unit 511-3 Lake Street | 511 Lake St | 4BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 2303 N 74th Ave, Unit 2 | 2303 N 74th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 2345 N Rutherford Ave, Unit FL #1 | 2345 N Rutherford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 2136 N 74th Ct, Unit Garden | 2136 N 74th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 2807 N 74th Ct, Unit B | 2807 N 74th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 425-431 N. Humphrey Ave. | 431 N. Humphrey L | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 902-910 N. Austin Blvd. and 4-10 Iowa St. | 908 N. Austin C & H | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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There are currently 948 Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $7,627. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in River Forest ranging from $1,275 to $5,100.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in River Forest ranges from $1,275 to $5,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,393.
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 $1,950 to $7,627, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.
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