
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL from $1,358 (130 Rentals)


1971 N 19th Ave, Unit 7

11010 W Grand Ave

1410 N 1st Ave

1510 N 1st Ave

Willow Hill

Sunset Lake

1645 Gunderson Ave

1940 Grove 2N Grv

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7439 W 64th St, Unit 2
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1315 E 31st St, Unit 1

3230 Home Ave

Colonial Court Apartments

6223 W Wabansia Ave

7218 Park Ave

6235 W Wabansia Ave

2166 N Moody Ave

2435 N 78th Ave, Unit GN

Forest Glen Apartments

7819 Rutherford Ave
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6946 W 65th St

8630 Sayre Ave, Unit #4

4337 Prescott Ave, Unit C3

2242 73rd Ave

Oak Park Residence Corporation

Hunter Brook Group

1116 Washington - Oak Park

10351 Canterbury St

3345 S Harlem Ave

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2859 N Austin Ave, Unit 2
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4337 Prescott Ave, Unit B2

3515 S Harlem Ave, Unit 6B

218 S 13th Ave, Unit 2

Acacia Lane

1030 Dunlop Ave

1030 Dunlop Ave, Unit 1

645 Elgin Ave, Unit 2

2300 N Harlem Ave, Unit 606

1104 Rice Ave

4545 Park Ave, Unit 1
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2310 N Harlem Ave, Unit 206

2310 N Harlem Ave, Unit 304

4433 Prairie Ave

312 23rd Ave, Unit 3

Georgian Court Apartments

Brittany Court

6230 S Newland Ave, Unit 1S

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62 Washington Blvd, Unit 3

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7209 Division St, Unit 7211 Division C2

322-330 W Washington Blvd
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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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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 $1,358.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment is $1,358 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 $1,358 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 $1,358.
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