Studio Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL (64 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Park Studio Apartments | $2,374 | $1,175 | $4,190 |
Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $1,100 | $4,872 |
Melrose Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,280 | $7,401 |
Melrose Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,870 | $1,895 | $6,960 |
Melrose Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,800 | $5,000 |
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Largest Available Melrose Park Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is found at Oak Park Place in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood and is 531 square feet priced from $1,898. 7520 W Grand Ave in the Dunning neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 400 square feet and currently listed start at $1,175. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Melrose Park:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Oak Park Place | S3 | 531 Sq Ft | $1,898 |
7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $1,175 |
1010 S 2nd Ave | Studio Apartment | 400 Sq Ft | $995 |
Cheapest Available Melrose Park Studio Apartments
As of July 07, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is the Studio Apartment Model starting from $995 at 1010 S 2nd Ave in the Downtown Maywood neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose Park Studio is the Studio Model at 7520 W Grand Ave starting at $1,175 in the Dunning neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Melrose Park is currently $2,374. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Melrose Park:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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1010 S 2nd Ave | Studio Apartment | $995 |
7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | $1,175 |
Oak Park Place | S3 | $1,898 |
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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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Getting Around Melrose Park, IL
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Melrose Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Melrose Park with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Melrose Park is at 1010 S 2nd Ave listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Melrose Park Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Melrose Park is $2,374.
What is the largest available Studio Melrose Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose Park is a 531 square feet unit starting from $1,898 at Oak Park Place.
What is the average size for Melrose Park Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Melrose Park is currently 595 sq ft.
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