Illinois Cook County Chicago Cragin

$2,500 / Month

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2

Chicago, IL 60641

773-744-1807

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,400 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Living Room
Laundry Room
Dining Room
Family Room
1-Story Property

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2

About This Home

Available Now

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 Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of [see last changed date above]. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price.

5518 W Melrose St is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60641 ZIP Code.

* 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.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1929 | Remodeled in 2026

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 3 Bedrooms 3 Potential Bedrooms

Home Design

Brick Exterior Construction Property Attached Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

Living Room Dining Room Family Room 1,400 Sq Ft Home 1-Story Property

Laundry

Laundry Room

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 4/1/20 Rent includes gas, heat, water, scavenger, exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal

Lot Details

Lot Dimensions are 25x125

Utilities

Heating System Uses Natural Gas Window Unit Cooling System

Community Details

Overview

2 Units

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Contact

Listed by Jose Ayala | Luna Realty Group
Phone Number
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Source

Midwest Real Estate Data LLC

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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.

Learn more about living in Cragin

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Wilbur Wright College	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
Dominican University, Priory	Drive:	11 min	5.0 mi
Concordia University-Chicago	Drive:	13 min	5.6 mi
Northeastern Ill. Univ.	Drive:	13 min	6.0 mi

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 is within 7 minutes or 3.1 miles from Wilbur Wright College. It is also near Dominican University, Priory and Concordia University-Chicago.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Belmont Station (Blue Line), located 2.8 miles from 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2. 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 10.4 miles or 18 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 11.8 miles or 21 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Belmont Station (Blue Line)	Drive:	5 min	2.8 mi
Jefferson Park Station	Drive:	6 min	3.3 mi
Addison Station (Blue Line)	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Montrose Station (Blue Line)	Drive:	7 min	3.6 mi
Irving Park Station (Blue Line)	Drive:	7 min	3.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Hanson Park Station	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Grayland Station	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Mayfair Station	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
Galewood Station	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi
Irving Park Station	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Chicago O'Hare International	Drive:	18 min	10.4 mi
Chicago Midway International	Drive:	21 min	11.8 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

70 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

50 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

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73 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5518 W Melrose St Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Barry & Central Plaza	Walk:	5 min	0.3 mi
St. Patrick's Plaza	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
3021 N Cicero Ave	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Portage Park	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Kilbourn Park	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Riis Park	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi
LaFollette Park	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Wonder Works Children's Museum	Drive:	7 min	3.3 mi

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Portage Park, Kilbourn Park, and Riis Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Community First Medical Center	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Chicago - Read Mental Health Center	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children	Drive:	6 min	3.2 mi

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 has 3 hospitals within 3.2 miles, the nearest is Community First Medical Center which is 0.6 mile away and a 11 minute walk.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
US Military Reservation Elk Grove	Drive:	26 min	18.0 mi
US Military Reservation Naperville	Drive:	41 min	27.4 mi
Fermi National Accelerator Lab Winfield	Drive:	52 min	32.5 mi

5518 W Melrose St Unit 2 has 3 military bases within 32.5 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 18.0 miles away and a 26 minute drive.