Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 3 bed-1 bath top floor unit in south Portage Park! This open floor plan offers hardwood floors throughout, separate living and dining room, and three generously sized bedrooms with plenty of closet space. The chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances and tons of cabinet storage. The bathroom features large format tiles and all new finishes throughout. A laundry room is included in the floor plan with stackable washer and dryer and a handwashing sink. The building offers a shared, fenced backyard. Central heat and air, tenant pays gas and electricity.
Cats welcome, no dogs. Easy permit street parking on Melrose St.
Available now!
Green Ivy Property Management
5246 W Melrose St
Chicago, IL 60641
Apartment building
3 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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 Unit 1 3 bd, 1 ba | -- | Now | Fees may apply $2,500 |
What's special
Open floor planTons of cabinet storageShared fenced backyardBeautifully renovatedCentral heat and airThree generously sized bedroomsAll new finishes throughout
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Microwave oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Other
- Fireplace
Neighborhood: Cragin
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Good TransitBike Score®
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BikeableNearby schools in Chicago
Camras Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.7 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Foreman High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles1/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
1/10Living in Chicago
Cragin sits on Chicago’s Northwest Side, with a largely residential street grid and a mix of homes and neighborhood businesses. Its history is reflected in the area’s long-standing commercial corridors and varied housing. Kelvyn Park offers green space, recreation areas and places to play outdoors; the North Branch Trail is also accessible nearby for biking and walking. Dining and coffee options cluster along streets such as Fullerton and Diversey, while everyday shopping is found along local retail strips. The area has a neighborhood-scale feel, with city life and parks close at hand. People get around by bus, car, bicycle and nearby rail connections, with routes linking Cragin to other parts of Chicago. For the Cragin neighborhood, the median rent is $1,572 per month, with a typical range of $1,075 to $2,675.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 5246 W Melrose St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
5246 W Melrose St is located at 5246 W Melrose St in Cragin, Chicago, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as La Costa, Dunkin', and Dunkin'.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 5246 W Melrose St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 5246 W Melrose St include Zapata Medical Center (0.4 miles away), Resurrection Health Center (0.6 miles away), and Advocate Health Care (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 5246 W Melrose St?
The schools assigned to 5246 W Melrose St include Camras Elementary School and Foreman High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 5246 W Melrose St?
5246 W Melrose St is located near 8 grocery stores, including Tony's Fresh Market (0.5 miles) and ALDI (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Cardinal Wine & Spirits, are approximately 0.5 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 5246 W Melrose St?
5246 W Melrose St is located within 0.4 miles of Heartland Alliance, 0.6 miles of Solex College, and 0.6 miles of Community First Medical Center.
