1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL (331 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 | $1,629 | $975 | $3,974 |
Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $1,295 | $4,220 |
Melrose Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $1,850 | $6,337 |
Melrose Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,092 | $1,750 | $4,650 |
Melrose Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,800 | $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 411-419 Thatcher Ave. in the North Maywood neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $1,409. The Grove Residences in the Dunning neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 735 square feet and currently listed start at $2,200. 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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411-419 Thatcher Ave. | 419 Thatcher A | 750 Sq Ft | $1,409 |
The Grove Residences | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 735 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Elmwood Towers | 1 bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
Royal Arms Apartments | New Ren 1 bdrm | 650 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
Premier Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed - Jr. | 644 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
7520 W Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
Encore AT THE GROVE | ONE BEDROOM | 0 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Cheapest Available Melrose Park 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 26, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose Park, IL is the 1 bedroom Model starting from $1,295 at Elmwood Towers in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose Park 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Royal Arms Apartments starting at $1,295 in the Conti Circle neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melrose Park is currently $2,208. 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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Elmwood Towers | 1 bedroom | $1,295 |
Royal Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,295 |
7520 W Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,395 |
411-419 Thatcher Ave. | 419 Thatcher A | $1,409 |
Premier Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed - Jr. | $1,750 |
The Grove Residences | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $2,200 |
Encore AT THE GROVE | ONE BEDROOM | $2,595 |
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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?
- 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 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 Elmwood Towers listed at $1,295.
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 $2,208.
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 750 square feet unit starting from $1,409 at 411-419 Thatcher Ave..
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 710 sq ft.
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