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Monthly Rent
$1,255 - $2,078
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Bedrooms
Studio - 1 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
300 - 615 sq ft
This 5-story elevator building in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood features spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments. Enjoy bright and sunny windows, large closets, separate dining areas, and individually controlled air conditioning. The building's convenient on-site amenities include reserved parking availability, 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 pet rent and no pet deposit required!
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Elevator
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 264price $1,521square feet 300availibility Jul 1
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Unit 254price $1,558square feet 300availibility Jul 1
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Unit 553price $1,468square feet 300availibility Aug 1
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Unit 250price $1,996square feet 615availibility Aug 1
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Unit 264price $1,521square feet 300availibility Jul 1
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Unit 254price $1,558square feet 300availibility Jul 1
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Unit 553price $1,468square feet 300availibility Aug 1
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Unit 250price $1,996square feet 615availibility Aug 1
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$75
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$400
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Due at Application
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Cats
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Allowed
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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.
Details
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1971
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92 units/5 stories
About 544 W. Melrose
This 5-story elevator building in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood features spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments. Enjoy bright and sunny windows, large closets, separate dining areas, and individually controlled air conditioning. The building's convenient on-site amenities include reserved parking availability, 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 pet rent and no pet deposit required!
544 W. Melrose is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60657 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Air Conditioning In-Unit
- Breakfast Bar
- Bright Sunny Windows
- Kingsize Bedrooms
- Kitchen Island
- Mail Room
- Onsite
- On-Site Parking
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Remodeled Kitchen
- Separate Dining Room
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Bicycle Storage
Maintenance on site
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Online Services
- Elevator
- Bicycle Storage
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Granite Countertops
Stainless Steel Appliances
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Linen Closet
Chicago sprawls across roughly 228 square miles on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, with nearly 28 miles of lakefront where glass towers catch the morning light and commuter trains rumble through neighborhoods shaped by more than a century of reinvention. This is a city built on bold architecture and bolder ambition, where you can stand beneath the steel ribs of the “L” tracks one moment and find yourself strolling through Grant Park’s open lawns the next.
Renters here choose between classic greystone walk-ups in Lakeview, converted lofts in the West Loop’s Fulton Market district, and sleek high-rises with lake views in Streeterville. Logan Square draws crowds to its Milwaukee Avenue dining scene and the elevated 606 trail, while Lincoln Park offers tree-lined streets near the free zoo. River North packs art galleries alongside bustling restaurants, and Hyde Park anchors the South Side with the Museum of Science and Industry nearby.
Learn more about living in ChicagoCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Lakeview | Chicago, IL | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,386 | $1,645 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,965 | $2,048 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,791 | $2,587 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,829 | $3,092 |
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Online Services
- Elevator
- Bicycle Storage
- Air Conditioning In-Unit
- Breakfast Bar
- Bright Sunny Windows
- Kingsize Bedrooms
- Kitchen Island
- Mail Room
- Onsite
- On-Site Parking
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Remodeled Kitchen
- Separate Dining Room
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Dining Room
- Linen Closet
| Monday | 10am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 4pm |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines), located 0.6 mile from 544 W. Melrose. 544 W. Melrose is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 15.0 miles or 25 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 16.7 miles or 25 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.5 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.5 mi |
| Drive: | 7 min | 5.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 25 min | 15.0 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 25 min | 16.7 mi |
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 544 W. Melrose.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Notebaert Nature Museum
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Lincoln Park
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Lincoln Park Zoo
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Oz Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Wrightwood Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 33 min | 22.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 50 min | 33.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 33.5 mi |
544 W. Melrose Photos
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1-BR/1BA Living and Dining
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1-BR/1BA Bedroom
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STUD Kitchen
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1-BR/1BA Living Area
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STUD Living Area
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Building Exterior Entrance
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Building Exterior Street
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Building Entrance
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Lobby / Mailboxes
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While 544 W. Melrose does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
544 W. Melrose has studios to one-bedroom with rent ranges from $1,255/mo. to $2,078/mo.
Yes, 544 W. Melrose welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,255 for a studio, you would need to earn about $50,200 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
544 W. Melrose is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
While 544 W. Melrose does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
544 W Melrose St
Chicago, IL 60657
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