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544 West Melrose
Property highlights
Embrace the vibrant lifestyle at 544 W. Melrose, where the best of Chicago is at your doorstep. Nestled in a highly walkable neighborhood, residents cherish the easy access to public transportation, a variety of dining options, and retail therapy opportunities. The property's well-maintained facilities, including on-site laundry, bike storage, and responsive maintenance services, ensure a hassle-free living experience. Positive reviews highlight a safe community and prime location, making it an ideal place for those craving both comfort and connectivity. With amenities like a recently renovated community and spacious, sunny apartments, the property offers a truly desirable urban retreat.
- 4 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed
- Location
- 544 W Melrose, Chicago IL 60657, Lake View East
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Cats allowed, 24hr maintenance, Parking, Walk in closets, Green community + more
- Price range
- $1,405 - $1,946 per month
- Commute
Price and Availability
544 West Melrose apartments start at $1,405/month. There are 4 available apartments priced from $1,405 to $1,946. Prices were last verified by 544 West Melrose 1 day ago.
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Unit 365
Avail. Feb 1
$1,405
Unit 453
Avail. Feb 1
$1,416
Unit 353
Avail. Jan 1
$1,416
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This modern, 5-story elevator building features spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments. With a Walk Score of 95, 544 W. Melrose is close to grocery stores, gyms, dry cleaners, restaurants, bars and cultural attractions.
Get ready to fall in love with living at 544 W. Melrose. Every morning will start on a high note when you’re waking up to natural sunlight through your large windows. Each apartment has a spacious floor plan with designer plank flooring, nice-sized 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 building maintenance engineer. Cats are welcome with no additional fees.
Get ready to fall in love with living at 544 W. Melrose. Every morning will start on a high note when you’re waking up to natural sunlight through your large windows. Each apartment has a spacious floor plan with designer plank flooring, nice-sized 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 building 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
limit
2
fee
$25`
$175-$185. Covered lot, unassigned: $230/month. Surface lot, unassigned: $220/month.
Explore the Area
Mariano's Fresh Market
0.3 mi
Jewel-Osco
0.4 mi
Apple Bite Liquor
0.4 mi
Go Grocer
0.5 mi
Whole Foods Market
0.6 mi
Chicago Sugar Daddy Patisserie
0.1 mi
Eggsperience Pancakes & Cafe
0.1 mi
Sushi + Rotary Sushi Bar
0.1 mi
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
0.1 mi
The Coffee & Tea Exchange
0.1 mi
Belmont & Broadway
0.1 mi
Belmont & Broadway
0.1 mi
Broadway & Belmont
0.1 mi
Broadway & Belmont
0.1 mi
Broadway & Belmont
0.1 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport
12.1 mi
O'Hare International Airport
13.9 mi
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
16.2 mi
Chicago Executive Airport
17.9 mi
Brookeridge Air Park
23.2 mi
6 /10
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK-8
794 Students
0.1 mi
6 /10
Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK-8
711 Students
0.6 mi
8 /10
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
PublicK-8
567 Students
0.7 mi
5 /10
Agassiz Elementary School
PublicPK-8
464 Students
0.8 mi
5 /10
Alcott College Prep
PublicPK-8
630 Students
0.8 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Evergreen Park
0.1 mi
Space Park
0.3 mi
Lincoln Park
0.4 mi
Martin Park
0.5 mi
Advocate Park
0.5 mi
UFC Gym Wrigleyvile
0.1 mi
Lakeview Athletic Club
0.1 mi
Merlo Branch Library
0.1 mi
LA Fitness
0.3 mi
The Playground Theater
0.3 mi
Pets First
0.2 mi
Belmont Harbor Dog Beach
0.3 mi
Petco
0.4 mi
Kriser's
0.6 mi
PetSmart
0.7 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 96 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 82 — 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 & Broadway (~0.09 mi)
- Broadway & Belmont (~0.1 mi)
- Belmont & Pine Grove (~0.12 mi)
- Broadway & Roscoe (~0.14 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
544 West Melrose has 4 available apartments with prices starting at $1,405. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
Yes, virtual tours of 544 West Melrose are available. To schedule a virtual tour of available apartments, please contact (773) 974-9534.
In Chicago, IL, the average rent is $1,822 for a studio, $2,221 for a 1-bedroom, $2,840 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,352 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Chicago, IL, check out our monthly Chicago, IL Rent Report.
544 West Melrose is located in the Lake View East neighborhood area of Chicago, IL.
No, 544 West Melrose is not currently offering any move-in specials for new residents.
If you decide to rent an apartment at 544 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:
- One-time Pet Fee: $25`
No, utility fees are not included in the rent at property.
The minimum lease length at 544 West Melrose is 12-Month Lease term . Please note that leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
The income requirement at 544 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, 544 West Melrose does not offer furnished apartments. Tenants who rent in 544 West Melrose are expected to furnish the entirety of their apartment.
544 West Melrose is pet-friendly and allows the following pets: cats.
Cat Policy:
- One-time Cat Fee: $25`
- Maximum number of Cats: 2
Some of 544 West Melrose's amenities include on-site laundry, cats allowed, and 24hr maintenance. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The nearest grocery store to 544 West Melrose is Mariano's Fresh Market, located about 0.28 away. Other nearby options include Jewel-Osco, Apple Bite Liquor, Go Grocer, and Whole Foods Market.
Nearby schools to 544 West Melrose include Nettelhorst Elementary School, Inter-American Elementary Magnet School, Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy, Agassiz Elementary School, and Alcott College Prep. The nearest school is Nettelhorst Elementary School, located about 0.1 miles away.
Yes, 544 West Melrose offers parking. $175-$185. Covered lot, unassigned: $230/month. Surface lot, unassigned: $220/month.
No, 544 West Melrose does not offer in unit laundry.
No, 544 West Melrose does not offer a pool for residents.
No, 544 West Melrose does not offer accessible apartments.
No, apartments at 544 West Melrose do not include dishwashers.
Yes, residents at 544 West Melrose have access to nearby public transit. The Belmont & Broadway stop is about 0.09 miles away.