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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Large windows
- Tiled flooring
- Ample cabinet and counter space
- Recessed lighting
- Living room
Location
1942 W Melrose St #1, Chicago, IL 60657, USA|North Center
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Property Overview
Hardwood floors, large windows, tiled flooring, recessed lighting, and a living room with ample cabinet and counter space create a bright, practical layout. Nearby schools, strong value-for-money and value-per-square-foot rankings, plus 23 photos for a better preview, add to its appeal, while pet-friendly surroundings with nearby supply stores, hospitals, and grooming services are a plus.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1942 W Melrose St #1, North Center
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air | Den |
| Electric Heating | Hardwood Floor |
| Natural Gas | Three Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Exterior Type: Brick |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
Other
| Five Rooms |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1942 W Melrose St #1
Property Status: Active This inviting first floor unit 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment features spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors, rich wood trim, and a bright living room with decorative floor inlays, recessed lighting, and large windows. The kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space, a refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, tiled flooring, and a convenient pass-through to the living room. Both bedrooms feature hardwood floors and generous closets. An enclosed porch provides additional space to enjoy. The bathroom includes a vanity with storage, a mirrored cabinet, and a tub/shower with sliding glass doors. Street parking. ONLY CATS allowed. Enjoy FREE laundry in the building and convenient access to neighborhood dining, shopping, the Paulina Brown Line, and the Damen and Belmont bus routes. Office Phone: (773) 516-7972 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 1942 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2.7 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 50 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.8 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | North Center |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60657 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in North Center
2-bedroom apartments at 1942 W Melrose St #1 cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
North Center
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,612 |
| 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 | $2,512 |
| September 2026 | $2,518 |
| October 2026 | $2,671 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,410 |
| 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 | $2,737 |
| September 2026 | $2,572 |
| October 2026 | $2,547 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1942 W Melrose St #1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$112,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $2,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $1,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $1,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 years ago | $1,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $1,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 13 years ago | $1,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1942 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+
Albany Park Community Center
5101 n kimball ave 1
chicago, IL, 60625
PKPublic
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
Chicago Commons Taylor Center for New Experiences
1633 north hamlin ave
chicago, IL, 60647
PKPublic
Neighborhood
North Center | Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago near 1942 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 1942 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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1942 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL
1942 West Melrose Street Chicago, IL
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2 Beds
1 Bath
$1,900
Hardwood Floor • Dishwasher • On-Site Laundry
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