Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL from $600 (30 Rentals)

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1938 N 17th Ave
$975Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

1938 N 17th Ave

Melrose Park, IL 60160
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Casa Heritage
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Heritage

10315 W Palmer AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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Terrace Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Apartments

1829 N Broadway AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1450 N 1st Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1450 N 1st Ave

1450 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1123 N 33rd Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1123 N 33rd Ave

1123 N 33rd AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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11010 W Grand Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

11010 W Grand Ave

11010 W Grand AveMelrose Park, IL 60164
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1530 N 1st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1530 N 1st Ave

1530 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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1410 N 1st Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1410 N 1st Ave

1410 N 1st AveMelrose Park, IL 60160
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411 Beloit Ave
$1,195Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

411 Beloit Ave

Forest Park, IL 60130
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The Maywood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Maywood Apartments

1015-1017 S 4th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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1921 S 17th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1921 S 17th Ave

1921 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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Chestnut Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Villa

9403-9407 Chestnut AveFranklin Park, IL 60131
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37 King Arthur Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

37 King Arthur Ct

37 King Arthur CtNorthlake, IL 60164
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300 Des Plaines Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

300 Des Plaines Ave

300 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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2036 S 13th Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2036 S 13th Ave

2036 S 13th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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1937 S 17th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1937 S 17th Ave

1937 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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Broadview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Broadview Apartments

2112 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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Forest Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Park Apartments

303 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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8111 W Grand Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8111 W Grand Ave

8111 W Grand AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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102 Rockford Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

102 Rockford Ave

102 Rockford AveForest Park, IL 60130
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8107 W Grand Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

8107 W Grand Ave

8107 W Grand AveRiver Grove, IL 60171
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1534 Bonnie Brae
1 Bedroom Apartments

1534 Bonnie Brae

1534 Bonnie BraeRiver Forest, IL 60305
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7406 Randolph St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

7406 Randolph St.

7406 Randolph StForest Park, IL 60130
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Melrose Park, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Melrose Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melrose Park, IL is a Studio unit found at 411-419 Thatcher Ave. in the North Maywood neighborhood priced from $1,099. 7520 W Grand Ave in the Dunning neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melrose Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
411-419 Thatcher Ave.411 Thatcher GHStudio,1BA$1,099
7520 W Grand AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Royal Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Elmwood TowersStudioStudio,1BA$1,196
Oak Park PlaceS2Studio,1BA$1,723
Premier Luxury Apartments1 Bed - Jr.1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Park, IL

As of February 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose Park area is the $2.13 price per square foot Woodlawn Model at The Grove Luxury Townhomes in the in the Dunning neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Melrose Park apartment is the 1530 William St Model at 1530 William St, Unit 1 starting at $3,095 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Grove Luxury TownhomesWoodlawn4BR,3.5BA$2.13
1530 William St, Unit 11530 William St3BR,2BA$1.93
5 N 8th Ave, Unit #25 N 8th Ave3BR,1BA$1.23
2023 N Neva Ave, Unit 12023 N Neva Ave3BR,2BA$2.02
101 N Avon Rd, Unit Apt 1101 N Avon Rd3BR,2BA$2.46
Grove on Grand I2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.69
2833 N 75th Ave, Unit G2833 N 75th Ave2BR,1BA$1.56
3106 Calwagner St, Unit 1A3106 Calwagner St1BR,1BA$1.73
7310 W North Ave, Unit 1b7310 W North AveStudio ,1BA$2.17
411-419 Thatcher Ave.411 Thatcher GHStudio ,1BA$2.44

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose Park is at 411-419 Thatcher Ave. listed at $1,099.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment is $1,295 at Elmwood Towers.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose Park is starting from $2,450 at The Grove Residences.

What is the most affordable Melrose Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Melrose Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Grove Residences and starts from $3,200.

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