
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL from $940 (186 Rentals)


1213 34th Ave

Terrace Apartments

1450 N 1st Ave

1123 N 33rd Ave

1530 N 1st Ave

Willow Hill

Total Monthly Price
2122 Kenilworth Ave, Unit 1b, Unit 1b

Colonial Court Apartments

Total Monthly Price
2029 N 73rd Ct, Unit 2N, Unit 2N
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7437 Randolph St

34 S 18th Ave

2146 Gunderson Ave

2142 Gunderson Ave

6914 W 21st Pl

Sunset Lake

8640 S 82nd Ct

1919 Grove Ave

8817 S Roberts Rd

3230 Home Ave
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3533 S Harlem Ave

1929 Grove Ave

3125-3129 S Harlem Ave

7819 Rutherford Ave

2537 N Austin Ave

8800 W 76th Pl

1116 Washington - Oak Park

415-425 S. Taylor Ave.

Oak Park Residence Corporation

Acacia Lane
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7502 Madison

6839 21st St

3106 Calwagner St, Unit 2, Unit 2

9110 W 31st St

6843 W 21st Pl

2126 Kenilworth Ave

6839 W 21st Pl

3051 N Austin Ave

511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.

238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave
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Clarence & Harrison Apartments

7520 W Grand Ave

246 S Marion St

136 Elgin Ave

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7308 W North Ave

101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd.

Grand Park Apartments

The Countryside

322-330 W Washington Blvd

Circle Court
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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 | $1,737 | $900 | $3,049 |
West Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $940 | $5,500 |
| West Cook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,435 | $1,300 | $6,300 |
| West Cook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $1,555 | $10,000+ |
| West Cook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,689 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| West Cook 5 Bedroom Apartments | $16,060 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Cook, Melrose Park, IL
Ranked #1
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 $1,096.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment is $1,096 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 $1,096 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 $1,096.
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