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5206 W Melrose St

5206 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60641

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  • Built in 1925
  • 2 units

About 5206 W Melrose St Chicago, IL 60641

Meet your new place at 5206 W Melrose St in Chicago, IL. In a convenient location on W. Melrose St. in Chicago's 60641 area, local residents can easily connect with a number of attractions. From amenities to location, the professional leasing team is ready to help you find the perfect place to live. Make a visit to check out the current floorplan options. Everything you need can be found at 5206 W Melrose St. Stop by the leasing office to check the current floorplan availability.

5206 W Melrose St is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60641 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.

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High Speed Internet Access

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  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
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Neighborhood

The Cragin neighborhood of Chicago, also known as Belmont-Cragin, sits halfway between Diversey and Fullerton Avenue, just over nine miles northwest of Downtown Chicago. Sitting eight miles northwest of the Loop, Cragin, once a hub of Chicago industry, now combines a suburban pace of life with urban conveniences. Locally owned restaurants, bars, and coffee shops are scattered around the neighborhood’s walkable layout. Contemporary apartment developments have popped up as more residents flock to areas outside Chicago. You’ll find mid-rise apartments in modern styles and long-standing rentals as well. Access to Interstate 90 and Chicago’s Blue Line makes it easy to commute into and out of the city.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 500 Sq Ft $995 $1,035 $1,195
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 633 Sq Ft $1,200 $1,319 $1,680
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1060 Sq Ft $1,375 $1,796 $2,500
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1296 Sq Ft $2,250 $2,483 $2,900
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1850 Sq Ft $3,200 $3,533 $3,900
Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Wilbur Wright College
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
DeVry University-Illinois
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
North Park University
Drive: 10 min 5.0 mi
Northeastern Ill. Univ.
Drive: 12 min 5.5 mi
5206 W Melrose St is within 7 minutes or 3.5 miles from Wilbur Wright College. It is also near DeVry University-Illinois and North Park University.
Schools
Camras Elementary School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
793 Students
Attendance Zone
Foreman High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
648 Students
Attendance Zone
St Ladislaus School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
144 Students
Nearby
Notre Dame High School For Girls
Private High School
Grades 9-12
88 Students
Nearby
North Center Handicapped Children
Private High School
Grades 11
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Belmont Station (Blue Line), located 2.4 miles from 5206 W Melrose St. 5206 W Melrose St is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 10.4 miles or 18 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 11.2 miles or 21 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Belmont Station (Blue Line)
Drive: 4 min 2.4 mi
Jefferson Park Station
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Addison Station (Blue Line)
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Montrose Station (Blue Line)
Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
Irving Park Station (Blue Line)
Drive: 6 min 3.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Grayland Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Mayfair Station
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
Hanson Park Station
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Irving Park Station
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Healy Station
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Chicago O'Hare International
 Drive: 18 min 10.4 mi
Chicago Midway International
 Drive: 21 min 11.2 mi

Walkability Near 5206 W Melrose St Chicago, IL 60641

Very Walkable
86
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
57
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
60
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5206 W Melrose St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Barry & Central Plaza
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
St. Patrick's Plaza
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Belmont Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
5206 W Melrose St has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Kilbourn Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Portage Park
 Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
LaFollette Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Riis Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Wonder Works Children's Museum
 Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
5206 W Melrose St has 5 parks within 3.7 miles, including Kilbourn Park, Portage Park, and Riis Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Community First Medical Center
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Chicago - Read Mental Health Center
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children
Drive: 7 min 3.6 mi
5206 W Melrose St has 3 hospitals within 3.6 miles, the nearest is Community First Medical Center which is 1.2 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
US Military Reservation Elk Grove
Drive: 27 min 18.0 mi
5206 W Melrose St is 18.0 miles and a 27 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.
 
 
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5206 W Melrose St Chicago, IL 60641 is in Cragin in the city of Chicago. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.8 mile of the property. Five parks are within 3.7 miles, including Kilbourn Park, Portage Park, and Riis Park.

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