It’s mid-winter. The weather is cold, gray and dreary. Spring seems like a long ways away. So how do you beat the winter blues and give yourself a taste of spring, all while staying in Oak Park? By visiting one of Oak Park’s treasures, the Oak Park Conservatory, for that much needed respite. The Oak […]
Apartment Etiquette 101
Some people “get it” and well, some people just “don’t” when it comes to being a good neighbor. No judgement, but a little lesson on how to be respectful when living in close quarters with others may be just what this world needs to hear as we start the new year. Noise – The number […]
Decorating Tips For Small But Spacious Apartment Living
Living in a small space can be a challenge in an era where acquiring more “things” is a part of societies consumeristic nature. But, if you would like your apartment to feel spacious, simple is the way to go. To achieve the open airy feeling in your small space, the first step is to de-clutter […]
Easy Breezy Air Purifying Plants
In the mid-west the cold of winter can force you to spend much of your time indoors. Being unable to open the windows to circulate fresh air can trap indoor pollutants in your home, impacting the air you breathe. Indoor pollutants are a build up of particles, gases and chemicals that effect the air quality […]
New Windows Help Defeat Winter At Oak Park Apartments
As a company Oak Park Apartments has made it our mission to not only preserve the historic character of our properties but to improve our buildings in a way that is sustainable for the environment and many more years to come. One update that makes a huge positive ecological impact is replacement windows. Old windows are one of […]
Are Your Pets Ready For Winter?
Winter can pose very real safety hazards for your pets. By being aware and following these tips you can protect your pets health, plus some of these tips can help people get through winter too! Use a humidifier in your apartment. Winter air is drying for everyone, pets included! Wash and towel […]
How To Avoid Roommate Problems Before You Move In Together
Saving money is only one of the pluses of having a roommate. Not only are you able to split the cost of rent and utilities roommates can: Help expand each others network of friends, especially if you are new to an area. Provide a sense of security for those who might be hesitant to live […]
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday – A Good Day to Give “A global day of giving, fueled by the power of social media and collaboration.” Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday 2016. How will you give? Your generosity makes an impact. Last year 116.7 million dollars was raised for many worthy causes. Oak Park is a community with a lot of charitable […]
What To Do If You’ve Lost Your Apartment Key
Lost apartment key? Don’t panic. Here’s what you need to do and can expect when living in an Oak Park Apartments property: If you have lost your key and are locked out of your apartment during normal business hours (M-F, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.), call 708-622-9246 and let the Oak Park Apartments office know the specifics […]
Turning On The Heat
Oak Park Apartments knows that a well informed tenant is a happy tenant! So, we would like to give you a little fyi on how the heating systems work now that the weather has started to turn cooler. First off Oak Park Apartments is required by the Village of Oak Park to maintain certain building temperatures between September […]