1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL (335 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Park Studio Apartments | $1,901 | $1,175 | $3,753 |
Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $1,025 | $4,254 |
Melrose Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,859 | $1,600 | $5,863 |
Melrose Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,838 | $1,800 | $4,650 |
Melrose Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,849 | $2,799 | $5,000 |
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Largest Available Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is found at Circle Court in the North Maywood neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $1,550. Premier Luxury Apartments in the Irving Woods neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 944 square feet and currently listed start at $1,998. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melrose Park:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Circle Court | 1 bed + Den 1.5 Bath | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Premier Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed - Plus | 944 Sq Ft | $1,998 |
Oak Park Place | A5 | 795 Sq Ft | $2,318 |
The Grove Residences | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 735 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
7520 W Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
1530 N 1st Ave | 1 bedroom | 560 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
2115 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 510 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
Cheapest Available Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $1,100 at 1530 N 1st Ave in the North Maywood neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose Park 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 2115 S 4th Ave starting at $1,150 in the Maybrook Square neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melrose Park is currently $2,211. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melrose Park:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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1530 N 1st Ave | 1 bedroom | $1,100 |
2115 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,150 |
Circle Court | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,350 |
7520 W Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,395 |
Premier Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed - Jr. | $1,750 |
The Grove Residences | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $2,200 |
Oak Park Place | A8 | $2,246 |
The Grove - Encore | ONE BEDROOM | $2,480 |
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Melrose Park Overview
A bustling suburb of the great city of Chicago, Melrose Park is a historic and charming metro area offering a sound economic base and plenty of natural beauty. Large enough to present much in the way of opportunity yet cozy enough to yield a small town ambiance, Melrose Park is one Illinois hub that is popular with good reason.
Why live in Melrose Park, IL?
With a steady job market thanks to health care and a range of other industries, Melrose Park apartments make a great place to hang your hat. Families will undoubtedly enjoy the close access to area schools, while the call of the greater Chicago arts and entertainment scene makes Melrose Park all the more enticing for younger professionals.
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Getting Around Melrose Park, IL
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melrose Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Melrose Park with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Melrose Park is at 1530 N 1st Ave listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose Park is $2,211.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose Park is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,550 at Circle Court.
What is the average size for Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melrose Park is currently 733 sq ft.
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