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450 West Melrose
Property highlights
Experience vibrant living at 450 West Melrose in Lake View East, where the prime location offers effortless access to Lincoln Park, the lakefront, and efficient public transportation options. Residents appreciate spacious layouts and oversized windows that usher in natural light, enhancing the interiors with a refreshing ambiance. This smoke-free community is amenity-rich, featuring on-site laundry and the convenience of covered parking, with cats and dogs permitted for pet-friendly living. Local insights highlight the walkability of the neighborhood, surrounded by an enticing array of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Recent rave reviews emphasize convenience paired with luxury, as residents enjoy the updated lobby, 24-hour maintenance, and bike storage facilities, crafting a truly exceptional living experience.
- 3 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed
- Location
- 450 W Melrose, Chicago IL 60657, Lake View East
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Cats allowed, 24hr maintenance, Garage, Walk in closets + more
- Price range
- $1,453 - $1,811 per month
- Commute
Price and Availability
450 West Melrose apartments start at $1,453/month. There are 3 available apartments priced from $1,453 to $1,811. Prices were last verified by 450 West Melrose 1 day ago.
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Unit 429
Avail. Jan 1
$1,453
Unit 225
Avail. Dec 1
$1,504
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smoke-free community
This stunning elevator building is close to an abundance of coffee shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. The studio and one-bedroom apartments are spacious, comfortable and inviting.
The building has an array of convenient amenities to make city living easy. Apartments have spacious floor plans with hardwood floors, spacious closets, kitchens with separate dining areas and individually controlled air-conditioning.
The building’s amenities include: reserved parking, an in-building laundry room, 24-hour emergency maintenance, bike storage, a package receiving room, multiple cable providers and an on-site maintenance engineer. Cats are welcome with no additional fees.
The building has an array of convenient amenities to make city living easy. Apartments have spacious floor plans with hardwood floors, spacious closets, kitchens with separate dining areas and individually controlled air-conditioning.
The building’s amenities include: reserved parking, an in-building laundry room, 24-hour emergency maintenance, bike storage, a package receiving room, multiple cable providers and an on-site maintenance engineer. Cats are welcome with no additional fees.
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Cats
deposit
$0
rent
$0
limit
2
$175-$185. Covered lot, unassigned: $230/month. Other, assigned: $220/month.
Explore the Area
Mariano's Fresh Market
0.3 mi
Go Grocer
0.4 mi
Apple Bite Liquor
0.4 mi
Jewel-Osco
0.5 mi
Go Grocer
0.6 mi
Bridget McNeill's
0.1 mi
Eggsperience Pancakes & Cafe
0.1 mi
Chicago Sugar Daddy Patisserie
0.1 mi
Sushi + Rotary Sushi Bar
0.1 mi
The Coffee & Tea Exchange
0.2 mi
Belmont & Pine Grove
0.1 mi
Lake Shore Drive & Melrose
0.1 mi
Belmont & Pine Grove
0.1 mi
Belmont & Sheridan
0.1 mi
Sheridan & Belmont
0.1 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport
12.1 mi
O'Hare International Airport
14.0 mi
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
16.1 mi
Chicago Executive Airport
18.0 mi
Brookeridge Air Park
23.3 mi
6 /10
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK-8
794 Students
0.2 mi
6 /10
Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK-8
711 Students
0.7 mi
8 /10
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
PublicK-8
567 Students
0.8 mi
5 /10
Alcott College Prep
PublicPK-8
630 Students
0.8 mi
5 /10
Agassiz Elementary School
PublicPK-8
464 Students
0.9 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Evergreen Park
0.2 mi
Lincoln Park
0.3 mi
Diversey Natural Area
0.4 mi
Space Park
0.5 mi
Bill Jarvis Migratory Bird Sanctuary
0.5 mi
UFC Gym Wrigleyvile
0.1 mi
Lakeview Athletic Club
0.2 mi
Merlo Branch Library
0.3 mi
LA Fitness
0.3 mi
The Playground Theater
0.4 mi
Pets First
0.2 mi
Belmont Harbor Dog Beach
0.3 mi
Petco
0.5 mi
Kriser's
0.7 mi
PetSmart
0.8 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 92 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 80 — Convenient public transit options nearby available.Public Transit Access
The Lake View East area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 17 nearby routes: 14 bus, 3 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Belmont & Pine Grove (~0.09 mi)
- Lake Shore Drive & Melrose (~0.09 mi)
- Belmont & Sheridan (~0.1 mi)
- Sheridan & Belmont (~0.12 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
450 West Melrose has 3 available apartments with prices starting at $1,453. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
Yes, virtual tours of 450 West Melrose are available. To schedule a virtual tour of available apartments, please contact (773) 524-6639.
In Chicago, IL, the average rent is $1,892 for a studio, $2,269 for a 1-bedroom, $2,907 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,634 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Chicago, IL, check out our monthly Chicago, IL Rent Report.
450 West Melrose is located in the Lake View East neighborhood area of Chicago, IL.
No, 450 West Melrose is not currently offering any move-in specials for new residents.
If you decide to rent an apartment at 450 West Melrose, you can expect to pay the following fees:
- Application Fee: $75
- Move-in Fee: $300 - $400
If you have a pet, you can also expect to pay the following fees:
- Pet Deposit: $0
- Monthly Pet Rent: $0
No, utility fees are not included in the rent at property.
The minimum lease length at 450 West Melrose is 12 Months *Please contact leasing office for other lease terms. Please note that leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
The income requirement at 450 West Melrose is 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes). Typical income verification documents include pay stubs, bank statements, or W-2/1099 tax forms.
No, 450 West Melrose does not offer furnished apartments. Tenants who rent in 450 West Melrose are expected to furnish the entirety of their apartment.
450 West Melrose is pet-friendly and allows the following pets: cats.
Cat Policy:
- Pet Deposit: $0
- Monthly Pet Rent: $0
- Maximum number of Cats: 2
Some of 450 West Melrose's amenities include on-site laundry, hardwood floors, and cats allowed. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The nearest grocery store to 450 West Melrose is Mariano's Fresh Market, located about 0.32 away. Other nearby options include Go Grocer, Apple Bite Liquor, Jewel-Osco, and Go Grocer.
Nearby schools to 450 West Melrose include Nettelhorst Elementary School, Inter-American Elementary Magnet School, Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy, Alcott College Prep, and Agassiz Elementary School. The nearest school is Nettelhorst Elementary School, located about 0.2 miles away.
Yes, 450 West Melrose offers parking. $175-$185. Covered lot, unassigned: $230/month. Other, assigned: $220/month.
No, 450 West Melrose does not offer in unit laundry.
No, 450 West Melrose does not offer a pool for residents.
No, 450 West Melrose does not offer accessible apartments.
No, apartments at 450 West Melrose do not include dishwashers.
Yes, residents at 450 West Melrose have access to nearby public transit. The Belmont & Pine Grove stop is about 0.09 miles away.