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511 W Melrose St
511 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$1,350–$1,795
BedsStudio–1
Baths1
Sqft400–700
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

511 W Melrose St offers notable features such as hardwood floors, spacious closets, and a dishwasher, enhancing comfort and functionality. Its proximity to a top-rated elementary school, an impressive collection of 288 photos, and strong value metrics highlight its appeal, while pet-friendly amenities, including nearby parks and services, cater to pet owners. This property provides a balanced living experience with a combination of convenience, value, and attractive features.

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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • dishwasher
  • spacious closets
  • hardwood floors

Units

511 W Melrose St Chicago, IL

Available

311

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Studio

1 Bath

$1,350

Listed on 11/22/2025
Listed by Berthene Christos
Days on market: 21
We now offer virtual video tours of all of our apartments! Schedule a virtual tour and rent this apartment from the comfort and safety of your home! Apply online! Terrific studio in East Lakeview on Melrose features newer kitchen, spacious living area, good closet space, hardwood floors throughout, bright and sunny windows, newer bathroom, laundry room in building, and pets are welcome! Steps to the beach, Lake Shore Drive Express Bus, shopping, nightlife, and restaurants! UA1701 Won't Last Long!

Available

111

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Studio

1 Bath

$1,350

Listed on 10/14/2025
Listed by Berthene Christos
Days on market: 60
We now offer virtual video tours of all of our apartments! Schedule a virtual tour and rent this apartment from the comfort and safety of your home! Apply online! Perfect studio in East Lakeview on Melrose features newer kitchen with exposed brick, spacious living area, good closet space, hardwood floors, bright and sunny windows, newer bathroom, laundry room in building, pets welcome! Steps to the beach, Lake Shore Drive Express Bus, shopping, nightlife, and restaurants! UA1701 Won't Last Long!

Available

314

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Studio

1 Bath

$1,350

Listed on 09/06/2025
Listed by Jack Hanisch
Days on market: 98
Amenities: * Hardwood floors * Separate kitchen * Tiled bathroom * Mini blinds * Ceiling fans * Spacious closets * On-site laundry * Pet-friendly building * PHOTOS MAY BE STOCK OF A SIMILAR UNIT IN THE BUILDING. Disclaimer: The Apartment Source Call or text: 773.404.9900

Available

410

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1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,695

Listed on 10/31/2025
Listed by Berthene Christos
Days on market: 43
We now offer virtual video tours of all of our apartments! Schedule a virtual tour and rent this apartment from the comfort and safety of your home! Apply online! Fantastic one bedroom one bathroom in East Lakeview on Melrose features newer kitchen, separate dining area, spacious living room, large bedroom, good closet space, hardwood floors, bright and sunny windows, newer bathroom, laundry room in building, and pets are welcome! Steps to the beach, Lake Shore Drive Express Bus, shopping, nightlife, and restaurants! UA1701 Won't Last Long!

Available

416

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1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,795

Listed on 09/30/2025
Listed by Berthene Christos
Days on market: 74
We now offer virtual video tours of all of our apartments! Schedule a virtual tour and rent this apartment from the comfort and safety of your home! Apply online! Terrific one bedroom one bathroom in East Lakeview on Melrose features newer kitchen with dishwasher, separate dining area, spacious living room, large bedroom, good closet space, hardwood floors, bright and sunny windows, newer bathroom, laundry room in building, and pets are welcome! Steps to the beach, Lake Shore Drive Express Bus, shopping, nightlife, and restaurants! UA1701 Won't Last Long!

Available

209STUDIO

Studio

1 Bath

$1,350

Listed on 09/16/2025
Listed by Mary Kuipers
Days on market: 88
Charming Lakeview Studio, Close to the Lake, PETS OK Must see large Studio apartment in desirable East Lakeview location! Features hardwood floors, updated kitchen & bath. Laundry on site. Pet friendly! Close to endless shopping, restaurants & night life. Public transportation is never an issue! Call today to set up a showing.

Available

401-1

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,695

Listed on 10/30/2025
Listed by Mary Kuipers
Days on market: 44
Charming Lakeview 1 bed, near lake, PETS OK Live near the Lake in this spacious 1 bedroom apartment. The building is located near the Belmont and Broadway intersections and is walking distance to plenty of shopping, restaurants, night life and the Lake! 10 to 15 minute walk to the Belmont El Stop which has the Red, Purple and Brown lines. These spacious 1 bedrooms feature a nice layout, decent size kitchen and good natural light. This unit features hardwood floors throughout. Laundry, bike room & building engineer are all on-site. This is a pet friendly building. Cooking Gas is included in the rent.

Available

108

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,750

Listed on 06/04/2025
Listed by Sam Friedell
Days on market: 193
Charming 1 bedroom apartment in desirable East Lakeview location! Features hardwood floors, large living area. Laundry on site. Pet friendly! Close to endless shopping, restaurants & night life. Easy access to transit. - Presented by Fulton Grace, Chicago IL *Pictures, layout, and finishes may differ or be of a similar unit available within the building. Listing posted by Sam Friedell (312) 401-1558. [SYNDID 4120292 12132025]

Amenities for 511 W Melrose St

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Controlled Access
  • Storage
Unit Amenities
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Central Heat
  • Oven
  • Furnished

Policies at 511 W Melrose St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 511 W Melrose St

HomeApartments in ChicagoLakeview 511 West Melrose Street #311, Chicago, Illinois 60657, United States

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at 511 W Melrose St in Chicago's vibrant Lakeview neighborhood. This 108-unit property offers spacious studio and 1-bedroom apartments, approximately 700 square feet in size. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including hardwood floors, on-site laundry, dishwasher, and bright natural lighting through large windows. The building also features a bike room and pet-friendly policy. With top-rated schools nearby, including an elementary and middle school with A- or higher ratings, this property is a great choice for those seeking a convenient and amenity-rich lifestyle. With its excellent location and comfortable living spaces, this property is a great option for those looking for a long-term rental in a desirable neighborhood.

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Address details

Units108
Units available8
Neighborhood
City
Zip code60657

511 West Melrose Street #311 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 20 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile

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 511 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 67 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Chicago

Studio apartments at 511 West Melrose Street #311 cost about 5% less than the average rent price for studios in Lakeview.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lakeview.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Lakeview
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,587
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
April 2024$1,745
May 2024$1,751
June 2024$1,764
July 2024$1,931
August 2024$1,691
September 2024$1,682
October 2024$1,630
November 2024$1,568
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakeview
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,331
January 2024$1,325
February 2024$1,325
March 2024$1,312
April 2024$1,367
May 2024$1,482
June 2024$1,493
July 2024$1,532
August 2024$1,495
September 2024$1,495
October 2024$1,467
November 2024$1,473
December 2024$1,483
January 2025$1,448
February 2025$1,485
March 2025$1,492
April 2025$1,495
May 2025$1,498
June 2025$1,540
July 2025$1,506
August 2025$1,460
September 2025$1,450
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,416
December 2025$1,423

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 511 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL.
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This month$1,8301 bed1 bath
This month$1,8301 bed1 bath

Schools near 511 West Melrose Street #311

The Nettelhorst School

3252 n broadway st

chicago, IL, 60657

PK, K-8Public
A-

Skinner North Elementary School

640 w scott st

chicago, IL, 60610

K-8Public
A-

Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center

160 w wendell st

chicago, IL, 60610

PK, K-8Public
C+

North River Elementary School

4416 n troy st

chicago, IL, 60625

PK, K-8Public
C+

Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School

3030 w arthington st

chicago, IL, 60612

PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Lakeview | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Chicago near 511 W Melrose St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
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 511 W Melrose St, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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