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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • 24 hour emergency maintenance
  • Laminate hardwood floors

Location

303 Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130, USA
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Management

Forest Park Apartments

Leasing office

(708) 771-1777

Property Overview

Forest Park is rated 7.6 out of 10 by Zumper, offering a competitive price rating of 7, reflecting good value for the amenities provided. The property excels with an amenities rating of 9 and an impressive location rating of 9, ensuring easy access to transportation and numerous parks. Notable features include on-site laundry, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and a commitment to environmental sustainability and pet friendliness, making it a 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.6
Very Good
Forest Park is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

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Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Studio - LargeStudio1 bath550 sqft$1,115 /mo3 units available
1 Bedroom - Medium1 bed1 bath$1,250 /mo1 unit availableThis spacious one bedroom apartment will make you feel at home immediately. The beautiful hardwood laminate floors, electric stove, individually controlled heat and air conditioning, on-site laundry facilities and 24/7 emergency maintenance with this location can't be beat! Parking is available for just $25 per month (limit 1 space per unit). Located just 8 miles west of the Chicago Loop, just off the Eisenhower Expressway, commuting is a breeze! Accessible to both the Blue and Green Lines (Lake Street stop). Call (708) 771-1777 to schedule an appointment to view this beautiful apartment!
First Month Rent $300.001 bed1 bath$1,325 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Forest Park

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Appliances

FridgeRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundryOnsite Storage
Water/Sewer

Services

Trash Removal
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Building details

Property details

Units146
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About Forest Park

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This spacious one bedroom apartment will make you feel at home immediately. The beautiful hardwood laminate floors, electric stove, individually controlled heat and air conditioning, on-site laundry facilities and 24/7 emergency maintenance with this location can't be beat! Parking is available for just $25 per month (limit 1 space per unit). Located just 8 miles west of the Chicago Loop, just off the Eisenhower Expressway, commuting is a breeze! Accessible to both the Blue and Green Lines (Lake Street stop). Call (708) 771-1777 to schedule an appointment to view this beautiful apartment!


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.
7.6
/10
Very Good
Forest Park is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Forest Park
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Forest Park has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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.
Forest Park goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Forest Park 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.
Forest Park 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·6A 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 Forest Park does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Forest Park provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Forest Park is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 58 parks within a mile

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 Forest Park compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Forest Park

Studio apartments at Forest Park cost about 7% less than the average rent price for studios in Forest Park.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Forest Park.

Median rents as of Sep 27 2025.
Forest Park
A table of studio rental data trends in Forest Park
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$938
April 2024$948
May 2024$965
June 2024$955
July 2024$950
August 2024$1,020
September 2024$1,092
February 2025$1,100
March 2025$1,100
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,033
June 2025$962
July 2025$975
August 2025$1,057
September 2025$1,165

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,115.
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Schools near Forest Park

Garfield Elementary School

543 hannah ave

forest park, IL, 60130

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Getting around Forest Park near 303 Des Plaines Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 303 Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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