
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL (1,214 Rentals)


1938 N 17th Ave, Unit 3

Terrace Apartments

1942 N 17th Ave

1417-1419 N 19th Ave

1220 N 31st Ave

1660 N 1st Ave

1550 N 1st Ave

3105 Thomas St

805 N 22nd Ave
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1973 N 18th Ave

1948 N 17th Ave

171 N 25th Ave

2012 N 17th Ave

2078 N 19th St

2020 N 17th Ave

1958 N 17th Ave

1208 31st Ave

1942 N 19th Ave
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2070 N 17th Ave

Residences of Thatcher Woods

1630 N 1st Ave

1922 N 18th Ave

1948 N 19th Ave

1962 N 18th Ave

1620 N 1st Ave

2054 N 18th Ave

1959 N 19th Ave

2074 N 19th Ave
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Norwood Apartments

2018 N 17th Ave

9601 W McLean Ave

2024 N 19th Ave

Melrose Commons

104 N 13th Ave

2050 N 18th Ave

2034-2036 N 18th Ave

2002 N Bloomingdale Ave

1936 N 17th Ave
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1650 N 1st Ave

2045 N 18th Ave

9603 W McLean Ave

135 N 22nd Ave

1400 N 24th Ave

1123 N 33rd Ave

1450 N 1st Ave

1530 N 1st Ave

1203 N 34th Ave

617-619 N 16th Ave
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West Cook, Melrose Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Cook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Cook Studio Apartments | $1,855 | $995 | $3,019 |
West Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $750 | $5,500 |
| West Cook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $1,358 | $6,590 |
| West Cook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,454 | $1,602 | $10,000+ |
| West Cook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,928 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
| West Cook 5 Bedroom Apartments | $14,476 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 1214 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL.
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Largest Available West Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the West Cook area of Chicago, IL is found at ReNew Oak Park and is listed at 1,081 square feet priced from $3,569. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Oak Park | B3.1 | 1,081 Sq Ft | $3,569 |
| 322-330 W Washington Blvd | 1Bd1Ba | 900 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| 302-312 Washington Blvd. and 337-345 S. Cuyler Ave. | 312 Washington E | 850 Sq Ft | $1,809 |
| 1228-1230 N. Austin Blvd. | 1230 Austin A | 850 Sq Ft | $1,289 |
| 24-32 Washington Blvd. | 26 Washington A & B & 30 Washington A & B | 845 Sq Ft | $1,509 |
| Uptown La Grange | A7 | 809 Sq Ft | $2,423 |
| 1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-107 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| HOMESTEAD APARTMENTS | 1 X 1 GARDEN | 790 Sq Ft | $1,641 |
| 9565 Franklin Ave | New Gut Rehab 1Bed 1Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
| 139-143 S Oak Park Ave | ONE+DEN | 600 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
Cheapest Available West Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit West Cook of Chicago, IL is the 1+1 Premiere Model starting from $1,129 at Willow Hill. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Cook is currently $1,977. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Hill | 1+1 Premiere | $1,129 |
| 2115 S 4th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,220 |
| 703 N Austin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment with Dining | $1,260 |
| 1228-1230 N. Austin Blvd. | 1230 Austin A | $1,289 |
| 3049 Harlem Ave | Garden East | $1,300 |
| 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave | 1A | $1,300 |
| 638-642 Harrison St. | 642 Harrison GW | $1,319 |
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Best Local Schools in West Cook, Melrose Park, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Cook Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in West Cook with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Cook is at Willow Hill listed at $1,129.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Cook Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Cook is $1,977.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Cook Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Cook is a 1,081 square feet unit starting from $3,569 at ReNew Oak Park.
What is the average size for West Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Cook is currently 782 sq ft.
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