
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL (412 Rentals)


Terrace Apartments

1360 N 1st Ave

1550 N 1st Ave

1958 N 17th Ave

171 N 25th Ave

2050 N 18th Ave

2045 N 18th Ave

1400 N 24th Ave

1208 31st Ave
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1962 N 18th Ave

1650 N 1st Ave

Award Manor

1417-1419 N 19th Ave

2034-2036 N 18th Ave

2020 N 17th Ave

2002 N Bloomingdale Ave

1220 N 31st Ave

9601 W McLean Ave

9603 W McLean Ave
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Residences of Thatcher Woods

135 N 22nd Ave

2078 N 19th St

1922 N 18th Ave

1959 N 19th Ave

2054 N 18th Ave

104 N 13th Ave

1660 N 1st Ave

2070 N 17th Ave

1630 N 1st Ave
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2012 N 17th Ave

805 N 22nd Ave

1936 N 17th Ave

Norwood Apartments

1620 N 1st Ave

2018 N 17th Ave

3105 Thomas St

1948 N 17th Ave

2024 N 19th Ave

1973 N 18th Ave
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2074 N 19th Ave

1942 N 19th Ave

1942 N 17th Ave

1948 N 19th Ave

Melrose Commons

1450 N 1st Ave

1123 N 33rd Ave

1530 N 1st Ave

100-104 N 13th Ave

1216 N 31st Ave
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Melrose Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Park Studio Apartments | $1,642 | $995 | $1,955 |
Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,200 | $2,795 |
| Melrose Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $1,400 | $3,512 |
| Melrose Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,139 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,275 | $3,400 | $5,300 |
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Largest Available Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is found at Galewood Residences in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District neighborhood and is 774 square feet priced from $2,075. Circle Court in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $1,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melrose Park:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galewood Residences | Apartments - One Bed w/ Balcony | 774 Sq Ft | $2,075 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| Oak Park Place | A2 | 673 Sq Ft | $2,410 |
| 8519 West Grand Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 600 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
Cheapest Available Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,250 at 8519 West Grand Avenue in the Irving Woods neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose Park 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 7520 W Grand Ave starting at $1,475 in the Dunning neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melrose Park is currently $2,019. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melrose Park:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 8519 West Grand Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,250 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,475 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,495 |
| Galewood Residences | Apartments - One Bed w/ Balcony | $2,166 |
| Oak Park Place | A2 | $2,410 |
| The Grove - Encore | ONE BED | $2,630 |
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Melrose Park Overview
A bustling suburb of the great city of Chicago, Melrose Park is a historic and charming metro area offering a sound economic base and plenty of natural beauty. Large enough to present much in the way of opportunity yet cozy enough to yield a small town ambiance, Melrose Park is one Illinois hub that is popular with good reason.
Why live in Melrose Park, IL?
With a steady job market thanks to health care and a range of other industries, Melrose Park apartments make a great place to hang your hat. Families will undoubtedly enjoy the close access to area schools, while the call of the greater Chicago arts and entertainment scene makes Melrose Park all the more enticing for younger professionals.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melrose Park Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose Park is $2,019.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose Park is a 774 square feet unit starting from $2,075 at Galewood Residences.
What is the average size for Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melrose Park is currently 900 sq ft.
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