Located near Lake Michigan in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood, this cat-friendly elevator building is in a great spot! 450 W. Melrose is close to an array of coffee shops, restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues. The property includes spacious studio and one-bedroom apartment layouts.
Apartments include hardwood floors, spacious closets, kitchens with separate dining areas, large and bright windows, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Convenient on-site amenities include: reserved parking, an in-building laundry room, 24-hour emergency maintenance, bike storage, a package receiving room, multiple cable providers and an on-site maintenance engineer. Cats are welcome with no pet rent or pet deposit required.
Commuters are nearby the Sheridan and Lake Shore Drive bus routes and CTA Red, Brown and Purple Lines.
450 W. Melrose
450 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657
Verified
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Cats only
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
 Unit 236 Studio, 1 ba | 361 | Feb 1 | $1,619 |
 Unit 238 1 bd, 1 ba | 625 | Jan 1 | $2,015 |
Unit 440 1 bd, 1 ba | 558 | Now | $2,019 |
Unit 221 1 bd, 1 ba | 625 | Jan 1 | $2,038 |
Unit 437 1 bd, 1 ba | 625 | Dec 1 | $2,057 |
What's special
Bicycle storageKing-sized bedroomsUpdated apartmentsRemodeled kitchensAmple storage spaceSeparate dining areasGated parking
3D tours
1-BR/1BA #328- 1-BR/1BA #520
- STUD #529
- STUD #331
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 10 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 10 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | 10 am - 4 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Shared: Laundry Facilities
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven: Microwave
Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Air Conditioning In-unit
Flooring
- Hardwood: Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl: Vinyl Flooring
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready: Cable Ready
Other
- Breakfast Bar
- Bright Sunny Windows
- Granite Countertops
- Kingsize Bedrooms
- Onsite
- Pantry
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Remodeled Kitchen
- Separate Dining Room
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Policies
Lease terms
- 12 Months
Special Features
- Mail Room
- Maintenance On Site
- On-site Parking
- Online Services
- Smoke-free building
Neighborhood: Lake View
Areas of interest
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Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
 / 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
 / 100
Very BikeableNear 450 W. Melrose
- Zagat rated restaurant Taverna 750 features menu items such as Chicken Marsala and Spicy Octopus and is a 15-minute walk away.
- Cesar's Killer Margaritas, a family owned restaurant known for their flavorful margaritas such as the orange passion pommarita, mango and Guava, is a 10-minute walk away
- Filled with four floors of medical artifacts, paintings and sculptures, the International Museum of Surgical Science is a 15-minute bike ride away.
- Founded in 1988, The Strawdog Theatre Company is a 70-seat theater with a wide variety of performances and is a 10-minute bike ride away.
Nearby schools in Chicago
Nettelhorst Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.2 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Lake View High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.7 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
3/10Living in Chicago
Lake View stretches along Chicago’s North Side beside Lake Michigan, with a mix of busy commercial streets, residential blocks, and shoreline paths. The lake moderates summer heat and brings brisk, cold winters. The neighborhood’s defining outdoor spaces include the Lakefront Trail, Belmont Harbor, and Lincoln Park’s northern reaches, with beaches, parkland, and places to walk or bike. Dining and coffee options line Clark, Broadway, and Southport avenues, while neighborhood shops and the Southport Corridor add a smaller-scale shopping scene. Music venues and bars bring evening activity, and Wrigley Field is a prominent landmark near the neighborhood’s northern edge. Lake View has roots in Chicago’s early lakefront development. The CTA Red, Brown, and Purple lines, buses, and bike routes connect it with other parts of the city. For Lake View, the median rent is $2,488 per month, with a typical range of $950 to $40,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 450 W. Melrose located, and what is the neighborhood like?
450 W. Melrose is located at 450 W Melrose St in Lake View, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Sushi+ Rotary Sushi Bar, Intelligentsia Coffee, and Cheesie's Pub & Grub.
What is the average rent in Chicago, IL?
Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Lake View neighborhood of Chicago is currently $2,488 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
What schools are assigned to 450 W. Melrose?
The schools assigned to 450 W. Melrose include Nettelhorst Elementary School and Lake View High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 450 W. Melrose?
450 W. Melrose is located near 4 grocery stores, including Mariano's Fresh Market (0.3 miles) and Go Grocer (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Unabridged Books, are approximately 0.1 miles away.
What is the minimum and maximum rent for 450 W. Melrose?
The total price for an apartment unit in 450 W. Melrose ranges from $1,619 to $2,057. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
