River Forest, IL rental market
Last updated August 11, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in River Forest, IL is $1,775.
$1,775
-$320
+$150
19
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,650 to $4,899.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,600 | 5 |
| $1,700 | 6 |
| $1,800 | 1 |
| $2,900 | 1 |
| $3,000 | 1 |
| $3,100 | 1 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $3,500 | 3 |
| $3,600 | 2 |
| $3,700 | 2 |
| $4,800+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $150 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,000 | $2,200 |
| Feb | $2,000 | $2,600 |
| Mar | $1,600 | $3,095 |
| Apr | $1,625 | $2,500 |
| May | $1,900 | $1,995 |
| Jun | $2,099 | $1,895 |
| Jul | $1,700 | $1,895 |
| Aug | $1,795 | $1,775 |
| Sep | $1,495 | No data |
| Oct | $1,595 | No data |
| Nov | $1,760 | No data |
| Dec | $1,700 | No data |
Market temperature
The River Forest, IL rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in River Forest, IL is 15% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in River Forest, IL?
The average rent in River Forest, IL is $1,775.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in River Forest, IL?
Houses in River Forest, IL rent between $1,650 - $4,899 with an average rent of $1,775.
3. How has the rent in River Forest, IL changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in River Forest, IL increased by $150
4. How much has the rent in River Forest, IL increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in River Forest, IL decreased by $320
5. How many available rentals are there in River Forest, IL?
There are currently 19 rentals available in River Forest, IL.
6. How do rent prices in River Forest, IL compare with the national average?
The average rent in River Forest, IL is $1,775 — 15.48% lower the national average of $2,100.