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4842 N Melvina Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, USA|Jefferson Park
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Amenities for 4842 N Melvina Ave, Jefferson Park
Apartment Amenities
| Electricity | Freezer |
| Furnished | Gas |
| Hardwood Floor | Utilities Included |
| Water |
Appliances
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Alarm System | Internet |
Building
| Security Cameras |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Lawn |
| Off-Street Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| Garbage |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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About 4842 N Melvina Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 34% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Jefferson Park.
Property Id: 1690046 Spacious fully furnished private bedroom located by the front entrance of a well-maintained 4-bedroom 1 bath home in Jefferson Park. Rent is $950/month with all utilities included (basic internet, water, gas, electric, and garbage). Enjoy a shared, bathroom spacious living room and kitchen, plus a separate backroom perfect for relaxing. The home also features a backyard deck with a pool, ideal for downtime and entertaining. Plenty of free street parking available. Conveniently located within walking distance to Butera Supermarket and a CTA bus stop, making daily errands and commuting easy. Clean, comfortable, and ideal for a working professional or student. Available now — message to schedule a viewing.
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 4842 N Melvina Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
Address details
| Neighborhood | Jefferson Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60630 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Jefferson Park
1-bedroom apartments at 4842 N Melvina Ave cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Jefferson Park
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,174 |
| March 2024 | $2,319 |
| April 2024 | $2,180 |
| May 2024 | $2,248 |
| June 2024 | $2,337 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,275 |
| March 2024 | $1,200 |
| April 2024 | $1,275 |
| August 2024 | $1,528 |
| September 2024 | $1,425 |
| October 2024 | $1,350 |
| January 2025 | $1,650 |
| February 2025 | $1,612 |
| March 2025 | $1,475 |
| April 2025 | $1,400 |
| May 2025 | $1,474 |
| June 2025 | $1,462 |
| July 2025 | $1,420 |
| August 2025 | $1,503 |
| September 2025 | $1,460 |
| October 2025 | $1,425 |
| November 2025 | $1,491 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 4842 N Melvina Ave
Beard Elementary School
6445 w strong st
chicago, IL, 60656
PK, K-3Public
B+
John W. Garvy Elementary School
5225 n oak park ave
chicago, IL, 60656
K-8Public
B
Chicago Academy Elementary School
3400 n austin ave
chicago, IL, 60634
PK, K-8Public
B-
Belmont-Cragin Elementary School
5252 w palmer st
chicago, IL, 60639
PK, K-8Public
C-
Stock Early Childhood Center
7507 w birchwood ave
chicago, IL, 60631
PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 4842 N Melvina Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 4842 N Melvina Ave, Chicago
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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