5718 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60634
What This House Offers
Please read: This rehabbed 3bd,2bath GARDEN-level apartment with separate entrance in the Belmont Cragin/Portage Park area awaits a new tenant. Please note that this listing is NOT FOR THE ENTIRE HOUSE but the BASEMENT LEVEL of the house with a separate side entrance. This spacious unit offers modern finishes throughout,including a contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher,updated bathrooms with high-end fixtures,and durable vinyl flooring in every room. Gas and water are included in the rent,while electricity and internet are not included. The building does not currently have central air conditioning,but tenants are welcome to use portable fans or portable AC units. Coin-operated laundry is available in the common area,and garage parking is available for $50 per month. 650+ credit score,3.5x gross income. $750 move-in fee in lieu of security deposit. No pets. MLS# MRD12719038
Unit
Community Features
- Garages
5718 W Melrose St is a single-family home for rent in Chicago, IL
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2024
- Property Attached
- Vinyl Siding
- Garden Home
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 800 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 125 x 30
Utilities
- Baseboard Heating
- No Cooling
- Public Water Source
- Circuit Breakers
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-08-01
- Rent includes heat, water
Community Details
Amenities
- Coin Laundry
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Chicago, IL 60634
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Good public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Airport
18 min Drive
Airport
22 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
St Ferdinand Parish School
Grades PK-8
Private
Camras Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Schurz High School
Grades 9-12
Public
St Patrick High School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Wilbur Wright College | Drive: 7 min (3 mi) |
| Dominican University, Priory | Drive: 11 min (5 mi) |
| Concordia University-Chicago | Drive: 13 min (5.6 mi) |
| Dominican University | Drive: 13 min (5.6 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5718 W Melrose St proximity to St. Patrick's Plaza and Barry & Central Plaza. St. Patrick's Plaza is 0.5 miles away, and Barry & Central Plaza is within a 6 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 5718 W Melrose St has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4 miles. Transit options include Jefferson Park Station and Montrose Station (Blue Line).
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5718 W Melrose St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Portage Park, Riis Park, and Kilbourn Park.
Airports
Living in Belmont Central provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 18 minutes from 5718 W Melrose St. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 11.8 miles away.
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