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Highlights
- Updated kitchen
- Garage parking
- Central air, central heat
- Coin laundry
- Custom closets
Location
1938 W Melrose St #1, Chicago, IL 60657, USA|North Center
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 1938 W Melrose St #1, North Center
Features
| Central Air | Central Heat |
| Natural Gas | Three Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Other
| Exterior Type: Vinyl Siding | Five Rooms |
| Roof Type: Asphalt |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 1938 W Melrose St #1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 18% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in North Center.
Property Status: Active Two-bedroom, one bathroom, garden level unit in Roscoe Village. Just rehabbed with new flooring, lighting, paint, custom blinds and more! This unit features central air and central heat. Situated in a 3-unit building, the property sits on an extra-wide lot, allowing an abundance of light to flow in and a large back/side yard. The unit is finished with custom closets, large updated kitchen, and room for a dining table. No smoking and no pets - no exception will be made. Coin laundry is just outside the back door of the unit. Close to Belmont CTA bus and brown line. Renters pay gas, electric and internet. Garage parking available for $150/mo. Available now! Office Phone: (319) 327-0001 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1938 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 3 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Central heat
- This address offers a climate controlled environment
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | North Center |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60657 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in North Center
2-bedroom apartments at 1938 W Melrose St #1 cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
North Center
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,695 |
| September 2024 | $2,706 |
| October 2024 | $2,704 |
| November 2024 | $2,621 |
| December 2024 | $2,508 |
| January 2025 | $2,470 |
| February 2025 | $2,498 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,495 |
| May 2025 | $2,498 |
| June 2025 | $2,498 |
| July 2025 | $2,550 |
| August 2025 | $2,491 |
| September 2025 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,348 |
| January 2026 | $2,436 |
| February 2026 | $2,425 |
| March 2026 | $2,537 |
| April 2026 | $2,503 |
| May 2026 | $2,574 |
| June 2026 | $2,595 |
| July 2026 | $2,536 |
| August 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,365 |
| September 2024 | $2,225 |
| October 2024 | $2,218 |
| November 2024 | $2,373 |
| December 2024 | $2,585 |
| January 2025 | $2,395 |
| February 2025 | $2,510 |
| March 2025 | $2,528 |
| April 2025 | $2,450 |
| May 2025 | $2,500 |
| June 2025 | $2,518 |
| July 2025 | $2,454 |
| August 2025 | $2,374 |
| September 2025 | $2,417 |
| October 2025 | $2,219 |
| November 2025 | $2,293 |
| December 2025 | $2,338 |
| January 2026 | $2,453 |
| February 2026 | $2,632 |
| March 2026 | $2,708 |
| April 2026 | $2,648 |
| May 2026 | $2,620 |
| June 2026 | $2,650 |
| July 2026 | $2,775 |
| August 2026 | $2,750 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 months ago | $1,975 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,995 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $1,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1938 W Melrose St #1
Jahn School of Fine Arts
3149 n wolcott ave
chicago, IL, 60657
PK, K-8Public
B
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
Albany Park Community Center
5101 n kimball ave 1
chicago, IL, 60625
PKPublic
Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences
1633 north hamlin ave
chicago, IL, 60647
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
North Center | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 1938 W Melrose St #1
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1938 W Melrose St #1, Chicago
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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