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5614 W Melrose St #GARDEN, Chicago, IL 60634, USA|Portage Park
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5614 W Melrose St, Portage Park
Features
| Central Heat | Forced Air |
| Tile | Water |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Lawn |
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Garbage |
Neighborhood
| Street |
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Policies and fees
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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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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 5614 W Melrose St
Property Id: 2026549 Spacious 2-bed, 1-bath unit at 5614 W Melrose, Chicago available 11/2026. Enjoy a fenced yard, lawn, and shared washer/dryer. Includes water & garbage utilities. Pet-friendly for small dogs & cats. Features oven, microwave, central heat, and forced air. Rent $1600/month.
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 5614 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60634, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1.5 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Central heat
- This address offers a climate controlled environment
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 3.9 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.7 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Portage Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60634 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Portage Park
2-bedroom apartments at 5614 W Melrose St cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Portage Park
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,650 |
| 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 | $2,512 |
| September 2026 | $2,518 |
| October 2026 | $2,645 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,648 |
| November 2024 | $1,803 |
| December 2024 | $1,772 |
| January 2025 | $2,037 |
| February 2025 | $2,062 |
| March 2025 | $1,747 |
| April 2025 | $1,650 |
| May 2025 | $1,759 |
| June 2025 | $1,710 |
| July 2025 | $1,758 |
| August 2025 | $1,775 |
| September 2025 | $1,700 |
| October 2025 | $1,690 |
| November 2025 | $1,693 |
| December 2025 | $1,692 |
| January 2026 | $1,720 |
| February 2026 | $1,752 |
| March 2026 | $1,749 |
| April 2026 | $1,705 |
| May 2026 | $1,662 |
| June 2026 | $1,768 |
| July 2026 | $1,825 |
| August 2026 | $1,762 |
| September 2026 | $1,712 |
| October 2026 | $1,737 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5614 W Melrose St #GARDEN?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$64,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months ago | $2,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,150 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,150 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 5614 W Melrose St
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-
Union Ridge Elementary School
4600 n oak park ave
harwood heights, IL, 60706
PK, K-8Public
A-
Beard Elementary School
6445 w strong st
chicago, IL, 60656
PK, K-3Public
B+
Getting around Chicago near 5614 W Melrose St #GARDEN
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5614 W Melrose St #GARDEN, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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