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River Forest Homes for Rent

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    $3,100 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,257 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    122 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305

    Sweet brick ranch on a giant 60 x 181 lot!! Updated kitchen and baths, two nice sized bedrooms plus an extra bonus room, perfect for an office. Open concept living, dining and kitchen. Incredible back yard is an oasis of calm and fantastic for entertaining. Driveway and attached garage provide lots of convenient parking. All located across from triangle park, steps from Washington park, and

    122 Park Ave, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $3,750 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,483 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    8213 Lake St, River Forest, IL 60305

    Location is everything here - just a short walk to the Metra with a quick 18-minute ride to downtown Chicago. Families will love being in the highly rated school district, with Lincoln elementary school ranked #17 in the state and located just down the street. This warm and welcoming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect mix of charm, comfort, and location. The main level features a

    Anne Rosen Keller Williams Infinity

    8213 Lake St, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,750 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,085 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    1522 N Harlem Ave Unit 2N, River Forest, IL 60305

    Now available. Beautiful 2nd floor Two-Bedroom (#2-N) located 3 blocks north of Concordia University (vicinity of Harlem and North avenues) in beautiful 6-flat building. Refinished oak floors with beautiful kitchen and bath. New kithchen with oak cabinets granite counters tumbled-marble backsplash modern appliances (refrigerator gas oven/range microwave/hod-vent) large pantry closet. Bathroom is

    1522 N Harlem Ave Unit 2N, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,700 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 793 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    1539 Monroe Ave Unit 2, River Forest, IL 60305

    This stunning two bed one bath condo boast hardwood floors throughout, plenty of natural light, and suburban living while still be minutes away from Chicago. The condo provides ac units, a private garage space, snow removal, landscaping, shared laundry, and all steps from restuarants and a grocery store.

    Matthew Johnston Fulton Grace Realty

    1539 Monroe Ave Unit 2, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $1,450 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • Condo for Rent

    1535 Bonnie Brae Place Unit 5, River Forest, IL 60305

    GREAT RIVER FOREST LOCATION. CLEAN 1BR UNIT THAT IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. WOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. NICE ROOM SIZES. PARKING SPACE IS INCLUDED OFF THE ALLEY. BEAUTIFULLY WELL MAINTAINED GROUNDS. PETS OK, MUST BE APPROVED, FEES APPLY. LAUNDRY IN THE BASEMENT. CREDIT AND EVICTION CHECK IS REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS

    Jeffrey Steinberg Beaulieu Real Estate

    1535 Bonnie Brae Place Unit 5, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $4,799 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    1111 Bonnie Brae Unit 3W, River Forest, IL 60305

    Perfect FULLY-FURNISHED MOVE-IN READY condo in River Forest! Stunning newly rehabbed condo-quality apartment homes on one of the best streets in River Forest, Bonnie Brae Place. This is a THREE BEDROOM 2.5 BATHROOM apartment within a short walk to Concordia & Dominican Universities and within walking distance of public transportation, shopping, dining and local parks. For an easy ride into the

    Shantanu Kamra Magnus Company

    1111 Bonnie Brae Unit 3W, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $3,599 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    1111 Bonnie Brae Unit 2W, River Forest, IL 60305

    Stunning newly rehabbed condo-quality apartment homes on one of the best streets in River Forest, Bonnie Brae Place. This is a THREE BEDROOM 2.5 BATHROOM apartment within a short walk to Concordia & Dominican Universities and within walking distance of public transportation, shopping, dining and local parks. For an easy ride into the city, it's less than one mile from the Metra and blue or green

    Shantanu Kamra Magnus Company

    1111 Bonnie Brae Unit 2W, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $3,199 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,100 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    1111 Bonnie Brae Unit 3E, River Forest, IL 60305

    Perfect FULLY-FURNISHED MOVE-IN READY condo in River Forest! Stunning newly rehabbed condo-quality apartment homes on one of the best streets in River Forest, Bonnie Brae Place. This is a TWO BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM unit within a short walk to Concordia & Dominican Universities and within walking distance of public transportation, shopping, dining and local parks. For an easy ride into the city, it's

    Shantanu Kamra Magnus Company

    1111 Bonnie Brae Unit 3E, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $2,000 per month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • Apartment for Rent

    7225 Thomas St Unit 1, River Forest, IL 60305

    Located in the heart of River Forest, across from Concordia & Dominican University. Available 09/01/25. Beautiful boutique building, recently upgraded. Open floor plan, new shaker-style kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances. New bathroom Italian porcelain tiles, glass-shower door. Hardwood floors thru-out. New windows, privacy blinds. CENTRAL AIR & HEAT. Security

    Mark Solak Core Realty & Investments Inc.

    7225 Thomas St Unit 1, River Forest, IL 60305
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    $3,500 per month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • Apartment for Rent

    1443 Bonnie Brae Place Unit 2, River Forest, IL 60305

    Beautifully updated luxury vintage apartment. This large, sunny space offers 4 BR and 2 Full BA. Gleaming hardwood floors and recently remodeled kitchen including granite counters and SS appliances. Spacious sun filled rooms. Laundry in unit. Close to Priory Park, Willard School and public transportation. 1 garage space can be rented for additional monthly rent. Heat, water, and trash included.

    Chris Lee Coldwell Banker Realty

    1443 Bonnie Brae Place Unit 2, River Forest, IL 60305

Why Live in River Forest

River Forest is a Chicago suburb renowned for its historic architecture, particularly the numerous Frank Lloyd Wright houses and Prairie School properties. The neighborhood features a mix of early 20th-century American residential styles, including Gothic Revival, Victorian, and Tudor Revival. Residents enjoy a 20-minute nonstop Metra ride to Chicago, making commuting and city outings convenient. The area is bordered by Thatcher Woods, a 250-acre nature preserve with trails and a natural history museum, and includes several community parks with robust recreation programs like adult sports leagues and platform tennis. Local dining options include Johnnie’s Beef, Russell’s Barbecue, and FatDuck Tavern & Grill, while grocery shopping is facilitated by nearby Jewel-Osco, Whole Foods Market, and Trader Joe’s. River Forest Public Schools, including Lincoln and Willard Elementary Schools, Roosevelt Middle School, and Oak Park and River Forest High School, are highly rated. The neighborhood also hosts Dominican University and offers various public programs, such as events at the Senior Services of Oak Park and River Forest Townships and story times at the River Forest Public Library. Safety in River Forest is comparable to the national average, and the neighborhood is about a 30-minute drive from O’Hare International Airport, with Gottlieb Memorial Hospital located less than two miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most popular neighborhoods for renters near River Forest?
The most popular neighborhoods for renters near River Forest are Galewood, Seminary District, West Village, Austin and Montclare.
What are the most popular zip codes for renters near River Forest?
The most popular zip codes for renters near River Forest are 60305, 60130, 60302, 60301 and 60153.
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