Apartments For Rent in Oak Lawn, IL
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What Locals Say about Oak Lawn
Review Highlights
Oak Lawn offers easy suburban living: safe, family-centric, parks, schools, swift Chicago access. People like safe, kid-friendly blocks, parks and events, good schools, transit and highway access. People dislike traffic on Cicero, limited walkability, pricier rentals, and scarce dog parks.
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Types of apartment in Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn, IL apartments are mostly low-rise brick buildings, courtyard apartments, and small condo-style buildings from the mid-century years. You also see split-level and ranch houses for rent on side streets. Near 95th Street and around Downtown Oak Lawn, apartments often sit over shops or near busy corners, with simple brick fronts, flat roofs, and surface parking in back. Inside, many units have practical layouts, galley kitchens, wall AC, and shared laundry.In the north and east sides near Chicago Ridge, Hometown, and Evergreen Park, apartments can feel a bit denser, with more older brick walk-ups and a few stucco exteriors. Farther south and west toward the areas near Wolfe Wildlife Park and Stony Creek Promenade, you see more townhome-style apartments, newer condo buildings, and single-story houses for rent with driveways and small yards. Tradeoffs are pretty clear. Older apartments often have larger rooms and more closet space. Newer apartments can have elevators, central air, and attached parking, but floor plans may run tighter.
Getting around Oak Lawn, IL
Rent in Oak Lawn often lines up with access to Metra, the commuter rail service. The Oak Lawn and Chicago Ridge stations make trips toward downtown Chicago straightforward. Pace, the suburban bus system, runs along 95th Street, Cicero Avenue, and Pulaski Road. Driving is common, and parking is easier in many apartment areas than in denser nearby suburbs. Walking works best near Downtown Oak Lawn and 95th Street. Biking can work on local streets, but major roads feel busy.Living in Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn is known for shopping, dining, and health care, which shapes where many renters look for apartments. Stony Creek Promenade and the 95th Street corridor bring steady retail and restaurant activity. Advocate Christ Medical Center is a major employer nearby, and so are retail, logistics, and municipal services. Centennial Park and Wolfe Wildlife Park give renters easy access to trails, open space, and seasonal events without leaving town.Average Rent Trends in Oak Lawn, IL
Rent in Oak Lawn, IL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Dec 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $2,100 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,950 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,950 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,400 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,250 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,445 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,495 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,800 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,750 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,700 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,750 |
| May 2026 | $1,850 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,295 | $1,699 | $2,794 | $3,020 | $1,750 |
| Townhomes | — | — | $2,895 | — | $2,895 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,295 | $1,750 | $2,000 | $14,691 | $1,750 |
| Houses | — | — | $2,794 | $2,700 | $2,794 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Oak Lawn, IL
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Oak Lawn, IL?The average rent of an apartment in Oak Lawn, IL is $1,679 per month. This is about 13% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Oak Lawn, IL?The average rent of a house in Oak Lawn, IL is $2,794 per month. This is about 45% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Oak Lawn, IL?The average rent of a townhome in Oak Lawn, IL is $2,895 per month. This is about 50% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Oak Lawn, IL?In the last year, the average rent in Oak Lawn, IL was lowest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,595 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Oak Lawn, IL?In the last year, the average rent in Oak Lawn, IL was highest in Dec 2025 when it was $2,495 per month.
- How many available rental listings are in Oak Lawn, IL?There are 40 available rental listings in Oak Lawn, IL.
- What are some zip codes in Oak Lawn, IL?Oak Lawn, IL includes zip codes such as: 60453.
- What are some cities near Oak Lawn, IL?Some nearby cities include: Chicago Ridge, Hometown, Burbank, Worth, Evergreen Park. These cities may have more rental options to explore.