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2209 S 61st Ct
CiceroIL60804
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623 Bohland Ave, Unit 1 Floor
623 Bohland AveBellwood, IL 60104
2109 Grove Ave
BerwynIL60402
2107 Grove Ave
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6250 W 64th Pl
ChicagoIL60638
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4605 Eberly Ave, Unit Lower unit
4605 Eberly AveBrookfield, IL 60513
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7310 W North Ave, Unit 2B
7310 W North AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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8712 S 87th TerJustice, IL 60458
6813 W 21st St
BerwynIL60402
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3208 Grove Ave
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Colonial Court Apartments
9438 Commons DrHickory Hills, IL 60457
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1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
1943 Wesley Ave
BerwynIL60402
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7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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Oak Park Residence Corporation
41 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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1000 - 1010 North Blvd
1000-1010 North BlvdOak Park, IL 60301
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Clarence & Harrison Apartments
620-622 Harrison StOak Park, IL 60304
6200 W 64th Pl
ChicagoIL60638
156 Des Plaines Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
7206 Oak Ave
River ForestIL60305
2111 Grove Ave
BerwynIL60402
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1900 Highland Ave
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1942 Grove GS Grv
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154 Des Plaines Ave
Forest ParkIL60130
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9919 W Roosevelt Rd
9919 W Roosevelt RdWestchester, IL 60154
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8301 S 88th AveJustice, IL 60458
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101-111 S Harvey AveOak Park, IL 60302
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301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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212 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
1929 Grove Ave
BerwynIL60402
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443 22nd Ave, Unit bellwood
443 22nd AveBellwood, IL 60104
711 W Belmont Ave
ChicagoIL60657
7858 Natoma Ave
BurbankIL60459
6841 W 21st Pl
BerwynIL60402
3112 Calwagner St
Franklin ParkIL60131
3533 S Harlem Ave
BerwynIL60402
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3109 Calwagner St, Unit 1W
3109 Calwagner StFranklin Park, IL 60131
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West Cook, Melrose Park, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Cook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Cook Studio Apartments | $1,883 | $950 | $7,500 |
| West Cook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| West Cook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,607 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| West Cook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $1,495 | $9,315 |
| West Cook 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,072 | $2,835 | $6,610 |
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There are currently 211 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL.
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Cheapest Available West Cook Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Cook area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1010 S 2nd Ave priced from $995. 7520 W Grand Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable West Cook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1010 S 2nd Ave | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Clarence & Harrison Apartments | 618-3W | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1014 1/2 - 24 | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Pleasant Oak | Studio - B | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 7244 Randolph St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| 101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd | 101 S. Harvey W, 103 S. Harvey, 239 South W, 24... | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| Oak Park Residence Corporation | 1 bedrooms at various prices and locations | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cook, IL
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Cook area is the $1.25 price per square foot 10306 Chaucer St Model at 10306 Chaucer St, Unit 2 in the in the West Cook neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value West Cook apartment is the 7445 Jackson Blvd Model at 7445 Jackson Blvd, Unit 2W starting at $1,980 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Cook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10306 Chaucer St, Unit 2 | 10306 Chaucer St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 7445 Jackson Blvd, Unit 2W | 7445 Jackson Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Brixen | Montclare | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 1127 Hannah Ave, Unit B | 1127 Hannah Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 1914 N 18th Ave, Unit 3 | 1914 N 18th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Fountainhead Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Oak Park Residence Corporation | 2 bedrooms at various prices and locations | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 1316 Wisconsin Ave, Unit Garden | 1316 Wisconsin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave | 218 Pleasant G | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 902-910 N. Austin Blvd. and 4-10 Iowa St. | 906 N. Austin E & F | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Best Local Schools in West Cook, Melrose Park, IL
Forest Road Elementary School
La Grange School District 102
Public School - Grades 1-6 (486)
8 out of 10
S E Gross Middle School
Brookfield Lagrange Park School District 95
Public School - Grades PK-8 (462)
9 out of 10
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Getting Around the West Cook Neighborhood in Melrose Park, IL
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
18 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 1010 S 2nd Ave listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cook Apartment is $1,205 at 2115 S 4th Ave.
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 $1,275 at Willow Hill Apartments.
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 Apartments and starts from $1,495.
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