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Pet Friendly
Location
1541 Monroe Ave #2, River Forest, IL 60305, USA|River Forest
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Property Overview
Located in River Forest, the area offers convenient access to highly rated schools, with the nearest elementary, middle, and high schools all within about 1.5 miles. It also stands out for pet-friendly living, with nearby pet hospitals, grooming services, and supply stores supporting everyday needs.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1541 Monroe Ave #2, River Forest
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Ceiling Fan |
| Central Heat | Granite Kitchen Counter |
| Hardwood Cabinet | Hardwood Floor |
| Open Floor Plan | Recently Rehabbed |
| Recently Renovated |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Gas Stove/Oven |
| In-Unit Laundry | Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Wall Mounted AC |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Vintage Building |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Other
| One Year Lease |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1541 Monroe Ave #2
Available October 1, 2026, for $1,790 per month. Updated second-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bath rental in River Forest with one assigned off-street parking space. The unit features refinished hardwood floors, newer windows, separate living and dining areas, ceiling fans, and ample natural light. The kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and pantry storage. Both bedrooms have closet organizers, with additional storage inside the unit and in the building. Coin laundry and a secured building entrance add convenience. Located across from Fresh Thyme and near North Avenue restaurants, shopping, and everyday services.Qualifications: Minimum credit score of 620, combined gross household income of at least $5,600 per month, and no recent bankruptcies. Co-signers may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1541 Monroe Ave, River Forest, IL 60305, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | River Forest |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60305 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in River Forest
2-bedroom apartments at 1541 Monroe Ave #2 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in River Forest.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
River Forest
River Forest
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,700 |
| October 2024 | $1,725 |
| November 2024 | $1,990 |
| December 2024 | $2,011 |
| January 2025 | $2,012 |
| February 2025 | $1,699 |
| March 2025 | $1,718 |
| April 2025 | $1,781 |
| May 2025 | $1,698 |
| June 2025 | $1,925 |
| July 2025 | $2,040 |
| August 2025 | $1,704 |
| September 2025 | $1,677 |
| October 2025 | $1,855 |
| November 2025 | $2,379 |
| December 2025 | $2,550 |
| January 2026 | $2,205 |
| February 2026 | $2,217 |
| March 2026 | $2,180 |
| April 2026 | $2,080 |
| May 2026 | $2,294 |
| June 2026 | $2,325 |
| July 2026 | $1,830 |
| August 2026 | $1,875 |
| September 2026 | $1,872 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,737 |
| November 2024 | $1,990 |
| December 2024 | $2,011 |
| January 2025 | $2,012 |
| February 2025 | $1,699 |
| March 2025 | $1,718 |
| April 2025 | $1,781 |
| May 2025 | $1,700 |
| August 2025 | $1,704 |
| September 2025 | $1,677 |
| October 2025 | $1,675 |
| January 2026 | $2,150 |
| February 2026 | $2,150 |
| March 2026 | $2,150 |
| April 2026 | $2,043 |
| August 2026 | $1,900 |
| September 2026 | $1,900 |
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Can I afford to live at 1541 Monroe Ave #2?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$71,600/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,790.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $1,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1541 Monroe Ave #2
Willard Elementary School
1250 ashland ave
river forest, IL, 60305
PK, K-4Public
A
River Grove Elementary School
2650 thatcher ave
river grove, IL, 60171
PK, K-8Public
B
Rhodes Elementary School
8931 fullerton ave
river grove, IL, 60171
PK, K-8Public
C
Union Ridge Elementary School
4600 n oak park ave
harwood heights, IL, 60706
PK, K-8Public
A-
Lindop Elementary School
2400 s 18th ave
broadview, IL, 60155
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around River Forest near 1541 Monroe Ave #2
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1541 Monroe Ave #2, River Forest
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Other units at this address
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