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Highlights

  • Laundry on-site
  • Heat & water included
  • Hardwood floor
  • Excellent closet space
  • Street parking

Location

2557 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA|North Center
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Management

BERTSCH PROPERTIES, LLC

Leasing office

(773) 267-1115

Property Overview

Montrock is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.8, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, including on-site laundry and included heat and water. The property features impressive proximity to top-rated schools and offers a strong pet-friendly environment with multiple grooming services and hospitals nearby. With high ratings in both location and amenities, this property presents a valuable opportunity for renters seeking comfort and convenience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Montrock is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montrock has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath570+ sqft$1,525–$1,595 /mo2 units availableNeighborhood: Lincoln Square / Ravenswood 1 Bedroom English Garden @ Rockwell & Montrose Features: Heat & Water Included Hardwood Floors Ceiling Fans Kitchen w/ Dishwasher, Gas Stove, & Microwave Queen Size Bedroom Cable Ready Laundry On-Site Nearby: North Branch Chicago River, Horner Park, Welles Park, Lincoln Square Shops & Restaurants, Aldi Transportation: Rockwell Brown Line, Montrose Bus, Western Bus - Street Parking Pet Policy: One-Time, Non-Refundable, Pet Fee: $250 for 1st Cat, $100 for 2nd Cat at signing (2 Cats Max) Monthly Cat Rent: $20/Cat Sorry No Dogs $75 Application Fee $450 Move in Fee (Due at Time of Application) - Security Deposit Waived

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Amenities for Montrock

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeat Included
HeatingWater Included

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry
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

Dog policy

Not Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1

1 pet maximum.

Building details

Property details

Units33
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About Montrock

HomeApartments in ChicagoNorth Center Montrock

Neighborhood: Lincoln Square / Ravenswood Features: Heat & Water Included Kitchens w/ Dishwashers, Gas Stoves, Microwaves Excellent Closet Space Hardwood Floor Laundry On-Site Nearby: North Branch Chicago River, Horner Park, Welles Park, Lincoln Square Shops & Restaurants, Aldi Transportation: Rockwell Brown Line, Montrose Bus, Western Bus - Street Parking Pet Policy: One-Time, Non-Refundable, Pet Fee: $250 for 1st Cat, $100 for 2nd Cat at signing (2 Cats Max) Monthly Cat Rent: $20/Cat Sorry No Dogs $75 Application Fee Move-In Fee (Due at Time of Application): Studio: $350 1 Bedroom: $450 2 Bedroom: $550 - Security Deposit Waived


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Montrock is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montrock has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Montrock
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Montrock offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Montrock goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Montrock receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Montrock is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Montrock to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Montrock provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Montrock is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Pet deposit required
  • 9 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area

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 Montrock compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in North Center

1-bedroom apartments at Montrock cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in North Center.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
North Center
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,523
October 2023$1,502
November 2023$1,507
December 2023$1,565
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$1,450
A table of studio rental data trends in North Center
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,227
November 2023$1,194
December 2023$1,250
February 2024$1,497
March 2024$1,280
May 2024$1,198
June 2024$1,226
July 2024$1,786
January 2025$1,684
February 2025$1,579
March 2025$1,588
April 2025$1,405
May 2025$1,499
June 2025$1,457
July 2025$1,305
August 2025$1,025
September 2025$1,150

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Can I afford to live at 2557 W Montrose Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$61,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $61,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,525.
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Schools near Montrock

Waters Elementary School

4540 n campbell ave

chicago, IL, 60625

K-8Public
A-

North River Elementary School

4416 n troy st

chicago, IL, 60625

PK, K-8Public
C+

Belmont-Cragin Elementary School

5252 w palmer st

chicago, IL, 60639

PK, K-8Public
C-

Chicago Academy Elementary School

3400 n austin ave

chicago, IL, 60634

PK, K-8Public
B-

Skinner North Elementary School

640 w scott st

chicago, IL, 60610

K-8Public
A-
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Getting around Chicago near 2557 W Montrose Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2557 W Montrose Ave, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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