
5518 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60641
What This Apartment Offers
Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment with Enclosed Porch in Portage Park Welcome to this beautifully updated and exceptionally roomy 3-bedroom,1-bath apartment... located in the heart of Portage Park. Heat and cooking gas is included in price. This bright and inviting unit offers a generous layout featuring a large living room,formal dining room,and three well-sized bedrooms-perfect for comfortable everyday living. The home showcases high-end finishes throughout,including a stunning bathroom with honeycomb Carrera marble flooring that adds a touch of elegance. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with premium cabinetry,sleek quartz countertops,and quality finishes that make it both stylish and functional. Enjoy additional living space with a large enclosed porch-ideal for relaxing,working from home,or extra storage. Conveniently located near Tony's Fresh Market,local gyms,restaurants,and everyday amenities. Commuting is easy with access to a 24-hour CTA bus service along Belmont Avenue just steps away. Rental Requirements & Disclosures: Minimum credit score of 680 required Household income must be at least 2.5x to 3x the monthly rent. No pets allowed. Listing agent is related to the property owner This is a fantastic opportunity to live in a spacious,well-appointed home in one of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods MLS# MRD12637032
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Unit 2
- $2,500 / month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1400 sq. ft.
- Available Now
5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 is an apartment for rent in Chicago, IL
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Travel and Transit




Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Wilbur Wright College
Drive: 7 min (3.1 mi)
Dominican University, Priory
Drive: 11 min (5 mi)
Concordia University-Chicago
Drive: 13 min (5.6 mi)
Northeastern Ill. Univ.
Drive: 13 min (6 mi)
Discover Cragin, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 proximity to Barry & Central Plaza, St. Patrick's Plaza, and 3021 N Cicero Ave. Barry & Central Plaza is 0.4 miles away, and St. Patrick's Plaza is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.7 miles. Transit options include Jefferson Park Station and Montrose Station (Blue Line).
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Portage Park, Kilbourn Park, and Riis Park.
Airports
Living in Cragin provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 18 minutes from 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 11.8 miles away.
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