Chicago metro, IL relocation guide
Moving to Melrose Park, IL
$350,000Median listing price
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About Melrose Park
A west suburb of about 24,796 (2020 census), Melrose Park is a community of bungalows, ranches and two-flats along the Union Pacific West corridor, with a strong industrial and commercial base on North Avenue. The vibe is unpretentious, with Bulger Park and a busy downtown strip as community anchors.
Home prices in Melrose Park
The median listing price in Melrose Park is $350,000.
Top places in Melrose Park
- Downtown Melrose Park
- Bulger Park
- Melrose Park Metra UP-W station area
- Melrose Park Park District facilities
- North Avenue retail and dining
- Village sports fields
- Community festivals
Commuting from Melrose Park
- Metra Union Pacific West Line; in-town Melrose Park station (fare zone 2; per Wikipedia station listings, read September 24, 2026). Driving downtown Chicago is about 25–35 minutes (approximate, ~14 miles via I-290).
Melrose Park FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Melrose Park, IL?
The median listing price in Melrose Park is $350,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Melrose Park, IL?
Metra Union Pacific West Line; in-town Melrose Park station (fare zone 2; per Wikipedia station listings, read September 24, 2026). Driving downtown Chicago is about 25–35 minutes (approximate, ~14 miles via I-290).
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.