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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site parking, public transit
  • High ceilings, shaker cabinets

Location

1530 N 1st Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160, USA
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Management

Avenue1 Management Corp

Leasing office

(224) 518-3716

Property Overview

1530 N 1st Avenue has a strong overall rating of 8.3 out of 10, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and convenient access to transportation and nearby points of interest. Notable features include on-site parking, public transit access, high ceilings, and shaker cabinets, and the nearby top-rated high school is about 1.16 miles away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1530 N 1st Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1530 N 1st Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,345 /mo2 units availableDiscover this 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment conveniently located in Melrose Park. The unit features high ceilings, shaker cabinets, and granite countertops in the kitchen. Additional conveniences include a linen closet and on-site parking. The building is steps away from public transit and welcomes pets, making it a practical choice for easy commuting and everyday living.

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Amenities for 1530 N 1st Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningGranite Countertops
High CeilingsLinen Closet
Shaker Cabinets

Appliances

Oven/RangeRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Other

Steps Away From Public Transit
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 1530 N 1st Avenue

HomeApartments in Melrose Park 1530 N 1st Avenue

Discover this 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment conveniently located in Melrose Park. The unit features high ceilings, shaker cabinets, and granite countertops in the kitchen. Additional conveniences include a linen closet and on-site parking. The building is steps away from public transit and welcomes pets, making it a practical choice for easy commuting and everyday living.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1530 N 1st Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1530 N 1st Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1530 N 1st Avenue
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1530 N 1st Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1530 N 1st Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1530 N 1st Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1530 N 1st Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1530 N 1st Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1530 N 1st Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1530 N 1st Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1.2 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.1 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 2.1 miles from public transportation
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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Melrose Park

1-bedroom apartments at 1530 N 1st Avenue cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Melrose Park.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Melrose Park
A table of studio rental data trends in Melrose Park
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,125
November 2024$1,125
December 2024$1,125
January 2025$1,125
March 2025$975
April 2025$975
May 2025$1,625
June 2025$1,625
December 2025$1,133
January 2026$1,100
February 2026$1,100
April 2026$1,125
May 2026$1,135
June 2026$1,108

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$53,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,345.
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Schools near 1530 N 1st Avenue

Jane Addams Elementary School

910 division st

melrose park, IL, 60160

PK, K-5Public
B-

Rhodes Elementary School

8931 fullerton ave

river grove, IL, 60171

PK, K-8Public
C

River Grove Elementary School

2650 thatcher ave

river grove, IL, 60171

PK, K-8Public
B

Lindop Elementary School

2400 s 18th ave

broadview, IL, 60155

PK, K-8Public
C+

Komarek Elementary School

8940 w 24th st

north riverside, IL, 60546

PK, K-8Public
B
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Getting around Melrose Park near 1530 N 1st Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1530 N 1st Ave, Melrose Park

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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