About Oak Park

If you are looking to live in the outskirts of Chicago, renting an apartment in Oak Park may be an excellent option for you. Renters can take the short 10 miles drive along I-290 and reach the city within 17 minutes. You can also use the Metra Commuter Rail train service at the Oak Park Station, or the Chicago Transit subway along South Boulevard.

The Rush Oak Park Hospital is located on Madison Street. Concordia University and Dominican University can be reached within a few minutes of Oak Park.

When you are looking for something to do, there are several interesting attractions you can visit nearby including the famous architect, Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio, author Ernest Hemingway's homes and museum, and the Oak Park Conservatory. There are many performing arts theaters where you can catch a show, concert or event within minutes of your Oak Park apartment.

The annual A Day in Our Village celebration is the community's biggest event. The festival presents more than 150 activity booths, a food court featuring local restaurants, old fashioned carnival games and children's activities.

A post office in Oak Park is located at 901 Lake Street. The phone number is 708-848-2440.