
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL from $750 (235 Rentals)


1360 N 1st Ave, Unit C3

Terrace Apartments

1450 N 1st Ave

1123 N 33rd Ave

1530 N 1st Ave

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2407 Grove Ave, Unit West Bedroom

Willow Hill

2247 Gunderson Ave

Colonial Court Apartments
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6256 W 64th Pl, Unit 104

3103 S Harlem Ave, Unit 3F

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3439 Harvey Ave, Unit #2

2140 Gunderson Ave

3258 Maple Ave, Unit BH

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7121 Stanley Ave, Unit E1

8500 W 87th St, Unit 11

1829 Grove Ave

3533 S Harlem Ave

Sunset Lake
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100 Vana Dr

320 N Austin Blvd, Unit 320 North Austin #5

6256 W 64th Pl, Unit 202

3125-3129 S Harlem Ave

6833 W 21st Pl

7819 Rutherford Ave

3049 Harlem Ave

6348 13th St

Oak Park Residence Corporation

1929 Grove Ave
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8925 Grand Ave, Unit BN

415-425 S. Taylor Ave.

1116 Washington - Oak Park

Acacia Lane

6213 W Belmont Ave

5740 East Ave

6839 21st St

3106 Calwagner St, Unit 2

6839 W 21st Pl, Unit 2N

7821 43rd St, Unit 3A
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2126 Kenilworth Ave

6843 W 21st Pl, Unit 2N

3051 N Austin Ave

100-112 S. Harvey Ave. and 223-227 South Blvd.

The Countryside

238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave

Clarence & Harrison Apartments

136 Elgin Ave

405 Home Ave, Unit 302

3001 N Thatcher Ave, Unit 3M
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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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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Cook, Melrose Park, IL
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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Cook, Melrose Park, IL
Forest Road Elementary School
Lyons Twp High School
S E Gross Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Cook Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Cook?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Cook is at Willow Hill listed at $1,129.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment is $1,129 at Willow Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Cook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Cook is starting from $1,129 at Willow Hill.
What is the most affordable West Cook Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Cook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Hill and starts from $1,129.
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