Cheap Homes for Rent in West Cook Neighborhood of Melrose Park, IL from $900 (67 Rentals)

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property at 7610 W Grand Ave

$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

7610 W Grand Ave

Elmwood ParkIL60707

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property at 1436 Marengo Ave

$1,375

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$1,375
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$1,375

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1436 Marengo Ave

Forest ParkIL60130

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property at 7321 14th St

$1,399 - $1,599

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1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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7321 14th St

Forest ParkIL60130
property at 4605 Prairie Ave

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

4605 Prairie Ave

BrookfieldIL60513

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property at 1907 14th Ave

$1,600

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$1,600
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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

1907 14th Ave

BroadviewIL60155

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property at 1030 Dunlop Ave

$1,695

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$1,695
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1030 Dunlop Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1030 Dunlop Ave
Forest ParkIL60130

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West Cook, Melrose Park, IL Local Guide

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 Maywood, IL 60153 priced from $1,030. 2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable West Cook apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1010 S 2nd Ave Maywood, IL 60153Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,030
2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,030
Willow Hill2+1 Signature2BR,1BA$1,045
2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,050
1000 - 1010 North Blvd1012 1/2 -44Studio,1BA$1,195
Sunset LakeLake 21BR,1BA$1,280
7858 S Natoma Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,295
7520 W Grand AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
3125-3129 S Harlem Ave2C1BR,1BA$1,300
1116 Washington - Oak Park1116-1031BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cook, IL

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Cook area is the $1.27 price per square foot 62 Washington Blvd Model at 62 Washington Blvd, Unit 3 in the in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value West Cook apartment is the 2807 N 74th Ct Model at 2807 N 74th Ct, Unit 3a starting at $1,975 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Dunning neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Cook apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
62 Washington Blvd, Unit 362 Washington Blvd2BR,1BA$1.27
2807 N 74th Ct, Unit 3a2807 N 74th Ct2BR,1.5BA$1.32
2017 N 72nd Ct, Unit C2017 N 72nd Ct3BR,2BA$1.54
6323 W Fullerton Ave, Unit 36323 W Fullerton Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
The BlueStemA2BR,2BA$1.50
4205 S Harlem Ave, Unit 34205 S Harlem Ave3BR,2BA$1.42
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.50
58 Lincoln Ave, Unit Garden58 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$1.55
1315 E 31st St, Unit 11315 E 31st St2BR,1BA$1.45
Willow Hill2+1 Luxe2BR,1BA$1.56

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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West Cook, Melrose Park, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Cook

What type of rentals are currently available in West Cook?

There are currently 2081 Apartments for Rent in West Cook, IL with pricing that ranges from $750 to $16,084. There are also 257 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Cook ranging from $990 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Cook?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Cook ranges from $990 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,822.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Cook?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Cook range from $1,555 to $11,784, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $5,375. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,999.

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