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4550 N Merrimac Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60630, USA|Portage Park

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Contact

Yi-Chieh Tseng

HomeSmart Connect Real Estate

(844) 335-5065 ext. 3931

Amenities for 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2, Portage Park

Features

2 FloorsCarpet
Hardwood FloorNatural Gas
Window Units

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Community

Cats OKLaundry Room

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space

Other

Exterior Type: Vinyl SidingFour Rooms
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2

HomeHouses in Chicago 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60630, USA
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This listing is 13% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Portage Park.

Property Status: Active Bright and open 1 bedroom 1 bath unit located in a quiet neighborhood of Portage Park for rent. Walk just minutes to Dunham Park, grocery store, restaurants, and bus stations nearby. Private entryway towards the backyard. Tenant pays for all utilities + share yard maintenance. Gentle cats welcome. Washer dryer in the basement (shared with one other unit). Tenant pays all utilities. Tons of free street parking (with Chicago city sticker) available. Garage is currently NOT available but easy street parking with city sticker. Each adult (18+) must fill out an application, 680+ credit score, MUST HAVE 3x income, no bankruptcy or eviction, previous landlords reference, min. 12+ mos lease. Schedule your showing soon! Office Phone: (515) 520-0858 Copyright © 2026 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.


Source: Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC|MLS Listing No. 12795591

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NeighborhoodPortage Park
Zip code60630
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Portage Park

1-bedroom apartments at 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2 cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Portage Park.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Portage Park
Chicago
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$2,111
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
February 2026$2,041
March 2026$2,232
April 2026$2,219
May 2026$2,257
June 2026$2,198
July 2026$2,192
August 2026$2,189
September 2026$2,195
October 2026$2,294
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Portage Park
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,295
December 2024$1,300
January 2025$1,375
February 2025$1,415
March 2025$1,400
April 2025$1,406
May 2025$1,400
June 2025$1,406
July 2025$1,405
August 2025$1,409
September 2025$1,399
October 2025$1,398
November 2025$1,400
December 2025$1,406
January 2026$1,421
February 2026$1,400
March 2026$1,425
April 2026$1,406
May 2026$1,429
June 2026$1,474
July 2026$1,496
August 2026$1,500
September 2026$1,500
October 2026$1,500

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2

Smyser Elementary School

4310 n melvina ave

chicago, IL, 60634

PK, K-8Public
B-

Beard Elementary School

6445 w strong st

chicago, IL, 60656

PK, K-3Public
B+

Union Ridge Elementary School

4600 n oak park ave

harwood heights, IL, 60706

PK, K-8Public
A-

Chicago Academy Elementary School

3400 n austin ave

chicago, IL, 60634

PK, K-8Public
B-

Pennoyer Elementary School

5200 n cumberland ave

norridge, IL, 60706

PK, K-8Public
B
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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 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
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

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

Points of interest for 4550 N Merrimac Ave #2, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide 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 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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