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| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,900 - $3,502 | Studio - 2 Beds | Studio - 2 | 1 - 2 Baths | 1 - 2 | 563 - 1,052 sq. ft. |
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The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
0 lbs. Weight Limit
Breed Restrictions: Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Doberman Pinscher, Rottweiler, Presa Canarios, Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Wolf-Hybrid, Mastiff, Chow Chow, German Shepherd or any mixes of these breeds.
Dogs Welcome (some breed restriction see below)<br /> Maximum Pets per Apartment: 2, No weight limit.<br /> Pet Fee per Pet: $350. (non refundable)<br /> Monthly Pet Rent per Pet: $30.00
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Cats Welcome<br /> Maximum Pets per Apartment: 2, No weight limit.<br /> Pet Fee per Pet: $350. (non refundable)<br /> Monthly Pet Rent per Pet: $30.00
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise98 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit63 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable59 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
Shoppers will appreciate The Emerson proximity to River Forest Town Center I & II, Circle Plaza, and Forest Park Retail Center. River Forest Town Center I & II is 0.5 miles away, and Circle Plaza is within a 5 minute walk.
With a TransitScore of 63, The Emerson has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.3 miles. Transit options include Harlem/Lake Station (Green Line) and Oak Park Station (Green Line).
Recreational activities near The Emerson are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Tyrell Trailside Museum / Thatcher Woods, Oak Park Conservatory, and Austin Town Hall Park.
Living in Oak Park provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 18 minutes from The Emerson. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 11.3 miles away.
Oakpark Montessori School
Grades K-K
Private
Oliver W Holmes Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Garfield Elementary School
Grades PK-2
Public
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Alcuin Montessori School
Grades PK-8
Private
Oak Park & River Forest High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Tru-Source Alf
Grades 12-12
Private
Fenwick High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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School
Commute Time (Distance)
Concordia University-Chicago
Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
Dominican University, Priory
Drive: 4 min (1.3 mi)
Dominican University
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
Triton College
Drive: 10 min (3.9 mi)
The Emerson blends cozy comfort with stunning features in studio, one, and two-bedroom apartment homes located in the heart of Oak Park. Live where contemporary amenities--like a heated swimming pool, premium fitness center with flex studio, and... sprawling views of the Chicago skyline--intersect perfectly with the familiar comforts of a friendly neighborhood. Experience the charm of Oak Park while living an elevated lifestyle. Settle into living well at The Emerson.
The Emerson blends cozy comfort with stunning features in studio, one, and two-bedroom apartment homes located in the heart of Oak Park. Live where contemporary amenities--like a heated swimming pool, premium fitness center with flex studio, and sprawling views of the Chicago skyline--intersect perfectly with the familiar comforts of a friendly neighborhood. Experience the charm of Oak Park while living an elevated lifestyle. Settle into living well at The Emerson.
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4.8
82 Ratings & Reviews
11/29/25
Fantastic!!! A great place to live with great views. Great people and a great community with lots to do in downtown oak park. City vibes in a suburb not too far from Chicago. Public transportation everywhere
Review from Apartments.com
11/23/25
everything has been great! The people from the management office really facilitated our registration and move in. it's a great community and our view is spectacular
Review from Apartments.com
Property Manager at The Emerson responded to this review
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your positive experience at The Emerson! We are delighted to hear that our team made your registration and move-in process smooth and that you are enjoying the community and your spectacular view. We are happy to have... you as part of our community.
11/22/25
Very special place for me and my wife. Cannot see myself living in another apartment complex in the oak park area. Looking forward to the rest of the year and the years to come.
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Property Manager at The Emerson responded to this review
Hello,
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that The Emerson is such a special place for you and your wife, and that you can't imagine living anywhere else in Oak Park. We truly appreciate you sharing your positive experience and look forward to... continuing to welcome you home for many years to come.
10/25/25
I love it here! Everyone has been so welcoming! I’ve gotten to try so many new restaurants and the Pilates place down stairs! I really like the gym and I really like that I can park my car on Friday after work and not have to drive at all while I’m at home because everything is so close!
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Property Manager at The Emerson responded to this review
We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying your experience at The Emerson! It's wonderful that you're taking advantage of the community's amenities and the walkable neighborhood. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback.
9/15/25
Very smooth approval process. Everyone who works here is very nice and helpful. The apartments are beautiful! We did our research and this building seems to be the best of the luxury apartment complexes in downtown Oak Park.
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Property Manager at The Emerson responded to this review
Thank you for your positive review! We're so glad you appreciate the smooth approval process, our team, and the apartments at The Emerson. We strive to provide a great living experience for all of our residents.
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