Frank Lloyd Wright has put Oak Park on the architectural map, making our village a destination for those who love both architecture and history. FLW may be the most famous of Oak Park craftsmen but there are other notable architects that have left their mark on homes, churches and yes, apartments, throughout Oak Park that are […]
People & Pets – Occupancy Rules Apply
Both the Village of Oak Park and Oak Park Apartments have specific occupancy rules that regulate how many people can legally live in studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Oak Park Apartments occupancy rules include: Only the individuals listed on your lease may live in your apartment. Only members of your household, as identified on […]
Packing Tips For A Smooth Move
Moving can be stressful. Whether you are moving into or out of one of Oak Park Apartments apartments we would like to make your move go as smooth as possible. By following these simple packing tips you can be assured that you are organized and your belongings get to your new place, intact! Don’t pack things you […]
Who Started Apartment Living Anyway?
Oak Park is a community rich with history and Oak Park Apartments likes to highlight that history. Pondering our own history made us curious about the history of apartment buildings and that search led us all the way back to ancient Rome. Yes, we can thank the Romans for the creation of multi-family dwellings. Back […]
Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Illinois is ranked fifth in the nation in tornado frequency per square mile and averages 45 tornado incidents per year. Last weeks earlier then anticipated start to the tornado season makes it even more important to have a severe weather plan in place and to know how and when to act on it. Developing an effective […]
How to Hire a Qualified Moving Company
Moving is stressful. Here are a few tips to simplify the process. Before even considering what mover to hire sort through your things and decide what you can donate or get rid of because why move (and pay to have moved) things you no longer use or want. Take an assessment of what you will […]
Coffee: A Key Ingredient To Relationship Building
Today, being Valentine’s Day, is an important day to discuss tips for building a relationship. Respect and trust are essential. Yet, here in Oak Park, another key ingredient is coffee. You are probably wondering “what could coffee possibly have to do with relationships?” Simply stated coffee has taken on a higher purpose here in Oak […]
The History Behind Black History Month
Carter G. Woodson, son of former slaves, valued education from an early age. Growing up poor Woodson was largely self-taught. Unable to regularly attend school he mastered core subjects on his own until, at the age of 20, he entered high school and earned his diploma in under two years. Woodson then went on to […]
Recycling Resolutions 2017
Every new year people resolve to improve in some way. By the end of January that resolve may have waivered. But January isn’t over yet people. And since January is cold and gray what better way to stay warm but to de-clutter your apartment. And as long as you are getting rid of some stuff […]
Apartment Security & Safety Tips
Here at Oak Park Apartments tenant safety is number one. In order to ensure that our tenants are as safe as possible we are offering some simple precautionary security tips that anyone can easily put into practice. List only your last name on your doorbell/mailbox. If you are living by your self add another “fake” last […]