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1360 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1213 34th Ave
Melrose ParkIL60160
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Casa Heritage
10315 W Palmer AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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1450 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1123 N 33rd AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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11010 W Grand Ave
11010 W Grand AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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1530 N 1st Ave
1530 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1410 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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7542 Adams St, Unit 307
7542 Adams StForest Park, IL 60130
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7542 Adams St, Unit 4M
7542 Adams St
Forest ParkIL60130
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2403 N 75th Ct, Unit A
2403 N 75th CtElmwood Park, IL 60707
7234 W North Ave
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River GroveIL60171
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3001 N Thatcher Ave
River GroveIL60171
7300 W North Ave, Unit 2B
7300 W North Ave
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7300 W North Ave
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7300 W North Ave, Unit 5B
7300 W North Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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8925 Grand Ave, Unit BN
8925 Grand AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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7234 W North Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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3106 Calwagner StFranklin Park, IL 60131
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River GroveIL60171
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3001 N Thatcher Ave
River GroveIL60171
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River GroveIL60171
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2435 N 78th Ave, Unit GN
2435 N 78th Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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Elmwood ParkIL60707
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218 S 13th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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218 S 13th Ave, Unit 2
218 S 13th AveMaywood, IL 60153
2300 N Harlem Ave, Unit 606
2300 N Harlem Ave
Elmwood ParkIL60707
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The Maywood Apartments
1015-1017 S 4th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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1921 S 17th Ave
1921 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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37 King Arthur Ct
37 King Arthur CtNorthlake, IL 60164
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300 Des Plaines Ave
300 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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7300 W North AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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2036 S 13th Ave
2036 S 13th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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1534 Bonnie Brae
1534 Bonnie BraeRiver Forest, IL 60305
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1937 S 17th Ave
1937 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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2112 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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2110 S 5th Ave
2110 S 5th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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8111 W Grand Ave
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1010-1012 S 2nd AveMaywood, IL 60153
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102 Rockford Ave
102 Rockford AveForest Park, IL 60130
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8107 W Grand Ave
8107 W Grand AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
2108 S 17th Ave
BroadviewIL60155
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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 |
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| Cheap Melrose Park Studio Apartments | $1,545 | $995 | $1,999 |
| Cheap Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $1,250 | $2,544 |
| Cheap Melrose Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $1,600 | $3,444 |
| Cheap Melrose Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Melrose Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,913 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose Park, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2115-2126 S 4th Ave in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,205. 227 Des Plaines Ave in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose Park apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 2115-2126 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| 227 Des Plaines Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 9565 Franklin Ave | New Gut Rehab 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 404 School St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,565 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose Park area is the $1.54 price per square foot 2017 N 72nd Ct Model at 2017 N 72nd Ct, Unit C in the in the Conti Circle neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Melrose Park apartment is the 2702 N 74th Ave Model at 2702 N 74th Ave, Unit 2702 N 74th Unit 2 starting at $2,700 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2017 N 72nd Ct, Unit C | 2017 N 72nd Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| 2702 N 74th Ave, Unit 2702 N 74th Unit 2 | 2702 N 74th Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.93 |
| 218 S 13th Ave, Unit 2 | 218 S 13th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 8925 Grand Ave, Unit BN | 8925 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 9565 Franklin Ave | New Gut Rehab 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 3106 Calwagner St, Unit 2 | 3106 Calwagner St | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 2403 N 75th Ct, Unit A | 2403 N 75th Ct | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 404 School St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 2115-2126 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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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 Cheap Melrose Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose Park is at 227 Des Plaines Ave listed at $1,295.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment is $1,205 at 2115-2126 S 4th Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose Park is starting from $1,565 at 404 School St.
What is the most affordable Melrose Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Galewood Residences and starts from $4,099.
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