450 W. Melrose

450 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
(2)
Monthly Rent
$1,239 - $2,600
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
558 - 625 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

1-BR/1BA

$2,032 - $2,124
1 Bed, 1 Bath
580 - 625 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
440
$2,032
558
Now
124
$2,106
580
Oct. 1
437
$2,124
625
Dec. 1
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1971
  • 94 units5 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Utility - Billing Administrative Fee
    $5.48 / mo
  • Utility - Electric
    Usage-Based / mo
  • Utility - Gas
    Varies / mo
  • Utility - Water/Sewer
    Varies / mo
  • Utility - Storm water
    Varies / mo

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $75

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $300 - $400

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Property Highlights

  • Air Conditioning In-Unit
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Bright Sunny Windows
  • Kingsize Bedrooms
  • Mail Room
  • Onsite
  • On-Site Parking
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Remodeled Kitchen
  • Separate Dining Room

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Pantry
  • Smoke Free

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Online Services

Map of 450 W. Melrose

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Strong public transit

Driveability

Fairly drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Busy

Scores provided by

Transit

Subway

1 min Drive

Red Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L") Purple Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L") Brown Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L") Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains

Subway

3 min Drive

Purple Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L") Brown Line - Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains (The "L") Chicago Transit Authority "L" Trains

Commuter Rail

7 min Drive

Union Pacific North Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra) Union Pacific Northwest Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)

Commuter Rail

7 min Drive

Union Pacific North Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)

Airport

Chicago O'Hare International

25 min Drive

Chicago O'Hare International

Airport

Chicago Midway International

25 min Drive

Chicago Midway International

Moving to Lakeview, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 450 W. Melrose proximity to European Walk Shopping Center, Broadway Street Center, and 3030 North Broadway. European Walk Shopping Center is 0.8 miles away, and Broadway Street Center is within a 7 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, 450 W. Melrose has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.3 miles. Transit options include Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines) and Addison Station (Red Line).

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 450 W. Melrose are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Notebaert Nature Museum, Lincoln Park, and Lincoln Park Zoo.

Airports

Living in Lakeview provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 27 minutes from 450 W. Melrose. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 16.7 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 10 out of 10

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Lincoln Elementary School

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Skinner North Elementary School

Grades K-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Nettelhorst Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

Not rated

Chicago City Day School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Lake View High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Payton College Preparatory High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Lane Technical High School

Grades 6-12

Public

Not rated

Lycee Francais de Chicago

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
DePaul Univ., Lincoln Park Drive: 5 min (2.3 mi)
Truman College Drive: 6 min (2.5 mi)
DeVry University-Illinois Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi)
Moody Bible Institute Drive: 7 min (3.8 mi)

About 450 W. Melrose

450 W. Melrose keeps it straightforward: updated apartments with stainless steel appliances, gated parking, and a 92/100 Walk Score in one of Chicago's most enjoyable neighborhoods to live in. Lakeview's restaurants, bars, cafes, music venues, and… theaters are just outside your door, with the Lakefront Trail and Wrigleyville a short commute away and easy CTA connections to the Loop. Apartments feature remodeled kitchens with stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, breakfast bars, separate dining areas, hardwood or designer-plank flooring, king-sized bedrooms, and ample storage space. Bicycle storage and laundry on-site. Cats live free -- no pet rent or pet deposit required. Schedule your tour with PPM today. *Select features vary by unit.

450 W. Melrose is an apartment community in Chicago, IL

Contact

Property Address:
450 W Melrose St,
Chicago, IL 60657
Phone Number: (773) 245-0367
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Renter Reviews

For 450 W. Melrose

1.5

2 Ratings & Reviews

  • 4/13/23

    good location but many roaches

    The building engineer is great. The management company is okay. This building has too many roaches that can't ever get rid of. It’s terrible.

    Review from Apartments.com

    1 Person Found This Helpful