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Property Overview
8244 W Forest Preserve Ave earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10, with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid quality and trustworthiness scores. It also stands out for pet friendliness, with nearby grooming, supply, and veterinary options, making it a practical and well-rounded choice for renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,595 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located on the second floor in Chicago, close to Norridge / HIP Mall. This well-maintained unit offers a comfortable and convenient living space for anyone seeking a cozy home. With two bedrooms, there is plenty of room for relaxation and privacy. The apartment also features a clean and modern bathroom, ensuring a refreshing start to your day. One of the highlights of this apartment is the in-building laundry facility, providing you with the convenience of doing your laundry without leaving the comfort of your home. Additionally, this unit is situated in a prime location, close to shopping centers, making it effortless to fulfill your retail needs. Whether you're looking for a quick grocery run or a shopping spree, everything is just a short distance away. Situated on the second floor, this apartment offers a peaceful and private living experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this apartment your new home. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see for yourself the comfort and convenience this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment has to offer. - * 625 Minimum credit score * Credit & Background check required * Minimum monthly income, 3x amount of rent * $50 Application fee per adult * Minimum 1 year lease * Cats & Dogs allowed. * Move in fee. NO Security Deposit |
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Amenities for 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave
Apartment Amenities
| 2nd Floor Unit | Water |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | In-Building Laundry |
| Onsite Laundry |
Neighborhood
| Nearby Shopping |
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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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave
Welcome to this beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment located on the second floor in Chicago, close to Norridge / HIP Mall. This well-maintained unit offers a comfortable and convenient living space for anyone seeking a cozy home. With two bedrooms, there is plenty of room for relaxation and privacy. The apartment also features a clean and modern bathroom, ensuring a refreshing start to your day. One of the highlights of this apartment is the in-building laundry facility, providing you with the convenience of doing your laundry without leaving the comfort of your home. Additionally, this unit is situated in a prime location, close to shopping centers, making it effortless to fulfill your retail needs. Whether you're looking for a quick grocery run or a shopping spree, everything is just a short distance away. Situated on the second floor, this apartment offers a peaceful and private living experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this apartment your new home. Contact us today to schedule a tour and see for yourself the comfort and convenience this 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment has to offer. - * 625 Minimum credit score * Credit & Background check required * Minimum monthly income, 3x amount of rent * $50 Application fee per adult * Minimum 1 year lease * Cats & Dogs allowed. * Move in fee. NO Security Deposit
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
8244 W Forest Preserve Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
8244 W Forest Preserve Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
8244 W Forest Preserve Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
8244 W Forest Preserve Ave is great for:
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 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Dunning
2-bedroom apartments at 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave cost about 39% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Dunning.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Dunning
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,691 |
| September 2024 | $1,682 |
| October 2024 | $1,630 |
| November 2024 | $1,568 |
| December 2024 | $1,501 |
| January 2025 | $1,483 |
| February 2025 | $1,495 |
| March 2025 | $1,520 |
| April 2025 | $1,512 |
| May 2025 | $1,502 |
| June 2025 | $1,531 |
| July 2025 | $1,580 |
| August 2025 | $1,516 |
| September 2025 | $1,473 |
| October 2025 | $1,495 |
| November 2025 | $1,520 |
| December 2025 | $1,495 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
| February 2026 | $1,516 |
| March 2026 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,637 |
| May 2026 | $1,684 |
| June 2026 | $1,691 |
| July 2026 | $1,663 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,298 |
| February 2025 | $1,650 |
| April 2025 | $1,645 |
| February 2026 | $1,800 |
| March 2026 | $1,800 |
| May 2026 | $1,796 |
| June 2026 | $1,795 |
| July 2026 | $1,800 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$63,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave
Canty Elementary School
3740 n panama ave
chicago, IL, 60634
PK, K-8Public
B+
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
Pennoyer Elementary School
5200 n cumberland ave
norridge, IL, 60706
PK, K-8Public
B
Union Ridge Elementary School
4600 n oak park ave
harwood heights, IL, 60706
PK, K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Chicago near 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 8244 W Forest Preserve Ave, Chicago
Groceries
4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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A & D Foods
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G & R Grocery
7437 W Diversey Ave
International Lowell
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Butera Market
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Riviera Italian Imported Foods Grocery
3220 N Harlem Ave
Ross Dress For Less
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dd's DISCOUNTS
8345 Belmont Ave
Punkadilly Boutique
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Annabella Boutique
3320 N Harlem Ave
Jackie's Bridal Shop
3401 N Harlem Ave
Dunkin'
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Starbucks
8359 Grand Ave
Dunkin'
2672 River Rd
Shree 27th, LLC
2672 River Rd
Shree ARK, LLC
2672 River Rd
Tony D's
7725 W Belmont Ave
Draft Bar Chicago
8221 W Irving Park Rd
Grand Ave Entertainment Inc
8260 Grand Ave
Nikki's Cafe & Bar
8601 Grand Ave
Bowlero River Grove
3111 River Rd
Liborio Baking Co
8212 Grand Ave
Palermo Bakery
7312 E Irving Park Rd
Il Giardino del Dolce
2859 N Harlem Ave
Joseph's Finest Meats
7101 W Addison St
Rhino & Ella's Pastry House
7545 W Montrose Ave
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Hiawatha Park
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Baskin-Robbins
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Dunkin'
8257 Belmont Ave
Goody's Fast Food
8255 Belmont Ave
Rich's Fresh Market
3141 Thatcher Ave
Dagostino's Pizza
3131 Thatcher Ave
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