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Highlights

  • Central air & heat
  • Off street parking
  • Additional storage
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Custom tiled bathrooms
  • Laundry

Location

136 Elgin Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130, USA
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Management

Dimensions Management Corp a Licensed Illinois Real Estate Broker

Leasing office

(773) 281-4464

Property Overview

136 Elgin receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4 out of 10, reflecting its overall attractiveness for renters, particularly due to its competitive pricing and excellent amenity offerings, rated 8 out of 10. Located conveniently near top-rated elementary and middle schools, with a high location rating of 9 out of 10, the property enhances quality of life while maintaining an impressive trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10, ensuring transparency and clarity for prospective renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 136 Elgin is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 136 Elgin has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,250 sqft$2,395 /mo1 unit availableLarge 2 bedroom 2 bath has a renovated kitchen that includes oak cabinets, granite counter-tops along with stainless steel appliances that includes a dishwasher and microwave. The apartment also features 2 custom tiled bathrooms, beautiful hardwood floors throughout along with central air & heat. There is a front porch, common area back yard and an off street parking option available. Close proximity to CTA green line at Harlem and the Metra Union Pacific Line. Laundry and additional storage in the building. To view visit our website dimensions-apts. com or call 773-281-4464 Option 1.

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About 136 Elgin

HomeApartments in Forest Park 136 Elgin

Large 2 bedroom 2 bath has a renovated kitchen that includes oak cabinets, granite counter-tops along with stainless steel appliances that includes a dishwasher and microwave. The apartment also features 2 custom tiled bathrooms, beautiful hardwood floors throughout along with central air & heat. There is a front porch, common area back yard and an off street parking option available. Close proximity to CTA green line at Harlem and the Metra Union Pacific Line. Laundry and additional storage in the building. To view visit our website dimensions-apts. com or call 773-281-4464 Option 1.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 136 Elgin is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 136 Elgin has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 136 Elgin
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.
136 Elgin 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 136 Elgin is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
136 Elgin 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 136 Elgin does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

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 136 Elgin compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away

Considerations

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No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Forest Park

2-bedroom apartments at 136 Elgin cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Forest Park.

Median rents as of Sep 6 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$1,075

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$95,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $95,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,395.
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Schools near 136 Elgin

Garfield Elementary School

543 hannah ave

forest park, IL, 60130

PK, K-2Public
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Getting around Forest Park near 136 Elgin Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 136 Elgin Ave, Forest Park

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' 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

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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