ReNew Oak Park
150 Forest Ave,
Oak Park, IL 60301
$1,720 - 3,283 | Studio - 2 Beds
River Forest
River Forest, IL
Area Guide
Charming Chicago suburb home to forests on the river
Suburban
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Scenic
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Riverside
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Family-Friendly
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Peaceful
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Convenient
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Located about 11 miles west of Chicago’s Loop, River Forest is a picturesque suburb known for its gorgeous architecture and lush natural beauty. River Forest aptly contains dense wooded areas alongside the Des Plaines River, where residents enjoy a broad range of recreational activities. River Forest’s natural beauty contributes to its overall peaceful atmosphere, offering an array of apartments for rent along tranquil tree-lined streets.
The community is home to excellent educational opportunities, from its local school district to Concordia University Chicago and Dominican University—both located within River Forest’s borders. Although River Forest is predominantly residential, the community boasts the River Forest Town Center as well as close proximity to Downtown Oak Park. Commuting and traveling from River Forest is easy with access to the Green Line, Metrarail’s UP-W Line, and I-290 in addition to O’Hare International Airport and Chicago Midway International Airport.
Rent Trends
As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in River Forest, IL is $1,182 for a studio, $1,179 for one bedroom, $1,346 for two bedrooms, and $1,500 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in River Forest has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,179/month
633 Sq Ft
House
$1,946/month
664 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,380/month
462 Sq Ft
Transportation
84
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
2
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
59
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-4
350 Students
10
Public
Grades PK-4
347 Students
10
Public
Grades 5-8
681 Students
8
Public
Grades 5-8
681 Students
8
School data provided by
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Tyrell Trailside Museum / Thatcher Woods
- Cernan Earth and Space Center
- Wonder Works Children's Museum
- Oak Park Conservatory
- Austin Town Hall Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
- Chicago Midway International
