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- Prime location
- Large room sizes
- New plush carpeting
- Ample cabinet space
- Updated chefs kitchen
Location
5225 W Melrose St #2, Chicago, IL 60641, USA|Portage Park
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Amenities for 5225 W Melrose St #2, Portage Park
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Carpet |
| Fireplace | High Ceilings |
| Radiant |
Building
| Steam |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Multi Units | Six Rooms |
| Wall Units |
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About 5225 W Melrose St #2
Property Status: Active Amazing 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit Located In Highly Sought After Prime Location In Hot Portage Park! Enjoy Amenities Including: Large Room Sizes, High Ceilings/Gorgeous Crown Moldings, New Plush Carpeting Throughout, Updated Chefs Kitchen With Ample Cabinet Space, New Windows/Upgraded Fixtures, New Bath & So Much More. Explore This Chic Neighborhood And All Of The Peace/Tranquility That This Great Home Has To Offer. This Lovely Property Boasts A Large Private Yard For All Of Your Entertaining Needs. This Wonderful Home Has Been Freshly Painted And Is In Absolute Move-In-Condition! Bring Your Most Discerning Clients Today! Wow! Office Phone: (847) 844-0144 Copyright © 2025 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 5225 W Melrose St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Portage Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60641 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Portage Park
3-bedroom apartments at 5225 W Melrose St #2 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Portage Park
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,848 |
| December 2023 | $2,890 |
| January 2024 | $2,900 |
| February 2024 | $2,763 |
| March 2024 | $3,086 |
| April 2024 | $3,047 |
| May 2024 | $3,130 |
| June 2024 | $3,237 |
| July 2024 | $3,286 |
| August 2024 | $3,019 |
| September 2024 | $3,002 |
| October 2024 | $2,997 |
| November 2024 | $2,921 |
| December 2024 | $2,891 |
| January 2025 | $2,880 |
| February 2025 | $2,917 |
| March 2025 | $2,888 |
| April 2025 | $2,911 |
| May 2025 | $2,944 |
| June 2025 | $2,961 |
| July 2025 | $2,986 |
| August 2025 | $2,854 |
| September 2025 | $2,699 |
| October 2025 | $2,650 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,206 |
| December 2023 | $2,170 |
| January 2024 | $2,100 |
| February 2024 | $2,150 |
| March 2024 | $2,130 |
| April 2024 | $2,156 |
| May 2024 | $2,049 |
| June 2024 | $2,119 |
| July 2024 | $2,131 |
| August 2024 | $2,184 |
| September 2024 | $2,187 |
| October 2024 | $2,131 |
| November 2024 | $2,110 |
| December 2024 | $2,137 |
| January 2025 | $2,193 |
| February 2025 | $2,237 |
| March 2025 | $2,214 |
| April 2025 | $2,192 |
| May 2025 | $2,125 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,138 |
| August 2025 | $2,127 |
| September 2025 | $2,059 |
| October 2025 | $2,125 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5225 W Melrose St #2
Marvin Camras Elementary School
3000 n mango ave
chicago, IL, 60634
PK, K-8Public
C+
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-
Beard Elementary School
6445 w strong st
chicago, IL, 60656
PK, K-3Public
B+
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood
Portage Park | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chicago near 5225 W Melrose St #2
Walking
9/10
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
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 5225 W Melrose St #2, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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