Leave a Message

Thank you for your message. We will be in touch with you shortly.

Melrose Park

Culturally rich and family-oriented, this Chicagoland suburb is a delightful place to call home.

Overview for Melrose Park, IL

25,417 people live in Melrose Park, where the median age is 33.9 and the average individual income is $24,483. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,417

Total Population

33.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$24,483

Average individual Income

About Melrose Park, IL

 
One of several tight-knit village communities that make up Proviso Township in Illinois, just outside Chicago, Melrose Park is a sought-after neighborhood in which to raise a family or retire. Whether hanging out with family and friends at the movie theater or a park, a locally owned restaurant, or at community events like the Taste of Melrose Park, it’s easy to feel the sense of civic pride and kindred connection between residents.
 

What to Love

  • A family-friendly community with a welcoming atmosphere
  • Walkable streets make it easy to reach what you need
  • Celebrating the community with town events

Local Lifestyle

Like the other Proviso Township villages, Melrose Park attracts families, young professionals, and retirees who are seeking the convenience of city living, but the serenity of the suburbs. This is the pleasant type of community where backyard BBQs liven up summer nights, kids giggle as they race under sprinklers, and everyone comes out for the first snow of the season. Family and friends gather at the movie theater, parks, village center, restaurants, arcades, and ice-cream shops, enjoying the kinship of the neighborhood.
 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Chicago loves its steakhouses, but Melrose Park residents needn’t even leave town to savor the specialties of Tom’s Steak House. Tuck into USDA prime-aged steaks, lamb chops, pork chops, fresh fish and seafood, oysters Rockefeller, and scrumptious desserts. If you’re feeling like Italian food, grab a table at Abruzzo’s, a family-owned and -operated spot serving pasta, pizzas, soups, salads, cocktails, and more in a cozy setting with attentive service. Grab your neighbors and watch the big game at Division Street Tap, a beloved local watering hole with great apps and elevated bar food. Check out their patio in warmer months.
 
Get all your shopping done at Winston Plaza, where you’ll find recognizable national brands from Best Buy to Marshalls, as well as a collection of casual, family-friendly eateries.
 

Things to Do

With Oak Park Country Club and Thatcher Woods to the east, Melrose Park has its fair share of green space. Members of the private Oak Park club are treated to an 18-hole golf course, recently renovated swimming pool, tennis complex, and skeet and trap facility in the fall and winter months. Members come to relax, golf, socialize with family and friends. 
 
To the south of the country club, Thatcher Woods is a 245-acre preserve with a diverse range of bird and plant life along the Des Plaines River. Amidst the floodplain forest, savanna, and prairie, it’s common to spot wildlife and a plethora of bird species. Walk the primitive trails that connect the preserve to the Trailside Museum of Natural History. Learn more about the natural and cultural history of the area and visit the nature center, open year-round. 
 
Melrose Park residents love to gather, and the Taste of Melrose Park is no exception. Join friends and neighbors as you sample the delicacies of local restaurateurs. Or, get to know fellow residents in a class, senior program, or youth activity through the Veterans Park District.
 
In the summer, join the kids at Gouin Pool, beloved for its super fun waterslides, or cool off in the air-conditioned comfort of the Cinemark at Melrose Park, showing first-run films on multiple screens.
 

Schools

  • Jane Addams Elementary School, K-5, well-rated public elementary school
  • Melrose Park Elementary School, K-5, well-rated public elementary school
  • Triton College

Real Estate Search Options

Search Properties by Type

LISTINGS & SALES

For Sale
Active Under Contract
Coming Soon
Pocket Listing
Andy Gagliardo

Your Melrose Park Real Estate Agent

Andy Gagliardo, Team Leader

Get to Know Andy

Andy is an active real estate agent in River Forest, IL serving Melrose Park and surrounding areas. He has a track of 94 MLS listings over the last 9 years. Andy mostly represents single-family homes for around $730K. He is one of the top listing agents in the area, selling more homes than 92% of real estate agents in Illinois.

Based on comparable agents, Andrew is rated as a fast-selling agent, selling homes faster than 64% of real estate agents in Illinois.

Demographics and Employment Data for Melrose Park, IL

Population Households Employment

Melrose Park has 7,949 households, with an average household size of 3.18. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Melrose Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 25,417 people call Melrose Park home. The population density is 5,838.62 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,417

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.9

Median Age

52.17 / 47.83%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,949

Total Households

3.18

Average Household Size

$24,483

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Melrose Park, IL

All ()
Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Melrose Park. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating

Around Melrose Park, IL

There's plenty to do around Melrose Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

74
Very Walkable
Walking Score
51
Bikeable
Bike Score
38
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including 3N's Oriental Groceries & Foods Market, Big Shrimpin, and Bloch.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
3N's Oriental Groceries & Foods Market Logo
Dining 2.79 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Big Shrimpin Logo
Dining 4.87 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 3.27 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
The Hub at Berens Park Logo
Active 4.73 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
FIT4MOM Oak Park River Forest Logo
Active 2.33 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty By Chi Dolls Logo
Beauty 4.21 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

More Chicago Area Neighborhoods

Elmwood Park

Elmwood Park

Learn More
Forest Park

Forest Park

Learn More
Melrose Park

Melrose Park

Learn More
Oak Park

Oak Park

Learn More
River Forest

River Forest

Learn More
Riverside

Riverside

Learn More

Work With Us

Contact Us
Get in Touch
Contact Details

Gagliardo Group

(708) 771-8040

[email protected]



7375 W. North Avenue

River Forest, IL 60305

River Forest Real Estate Team