The Windy City has a long and rich history within America. A truly world class city, Chicago is the first thing that people think about when they hear the state name of Illinois. However, many residents that despite their immense love of Chicago prefer to live in a city near it rather than within Chicago. With its affordable housing, lower cost of living, and small town charm, cities like Melrose Park are some of the most desired places to live in the Prairie State.

Located less than fifteen miles away from Chicago in historic Cook County within the Chicago metropolitan area known as Chicagoland, Melrose Park is home to a multicultural community with the biggest hearts in Illinois. Pride in mid-western friendliness and with convenient access to some of the most exciting places in Illinois, Melrose Park is an excellent place to live.

For families with young children, Melrose Park is home to one of the country's best traditional amusement parks. With over thirty rides and attractions, as well as 75 years of fantastic service, Kiddieland Amusement Park is one of Chicagoland's biggest attractions. However, Melrose Park isn't all just convenient access to Chicago and amusement parks, it is also home to a thriving local economy. Additionally, Melrose Park is renowned for its abundance of safe neighborhoods, excellent park system, and top notch school system.