537 W. Melrose Apartments

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537 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657
(708) 683-3974
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537 W. Melrose

537 W Melrose St
Chicago, IL 60657
(708) 683-3974
537 W. Melrose in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $1,484-$2,007Pricing
  • 320–600Square Feet

About 537 W. Melrose

Living in an amazing apartment shouldn’t mean you have to compromise on price or location, and at 537 W. Melrose, you won’t have to. This building is nestled between Lake Michigan and Broadway Avenue, which is the central hub of the Lakeview neighborhood. Inside this charming elevator building you will find spacious, light-filled studio and one-bedroom apartments with desirable floorplans. Everything you need is minutes away, from grocery stores, athletic clubs, and dry cleaners to restaurants and popular bars. You’ll be steps away from Lake Michigan, Belmont Harbor, and 18.5 miles of lake shore paths to run on.

537 W. Melrose is located in the Lakeview Neighborhood and 60657 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by Planned Property Management

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

537 W. Melrose offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,484 and having 320–600 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio

    $1,484

    Studio, 1 Bath, 320 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,484Available NowStudio320 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,484
  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom

    $2,007

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 600 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,007Available NowOne Bedroom600 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,007
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 114 Units
  • 5 Stories
  • Built in 1970

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit$400
Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$75

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • Fees Not Specified

No Pet Fees

Parking Info and Fees

CoverediMin Fee: Alley; Max Fee: Covered
  • Assigned Parking
  • $210/Mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Package Service
  • Online Services
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Walking/Biking Trails

Interior Features

  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Pantry
  • Oven
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Dining Room
  • Hardwood Floors
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537 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Sunday10:00 am–4:00 pm

Frequently Asked Questions about 537 W. Melrose

Where is 537 W. Melrose located?

537 W. Melrose is located at 537 W Melrose St near the Lakeview area of Chicago, IL

What is the current rent range at 537 W. Melrose?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at 537 W. Melrose currently range from $1,484 to $2,007

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for 537 W. Melrose are
  • Monday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The 537 W. Melrose Apartments are 2.25% cheaper than the average apartment in the Lakeview area, and 18.75% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Lakeview Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,484$1,508-$24-1.6%
    1 Bedroom$2,007$2,068-$61-2.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,484$1,913-$429-22.4%
    1 Bedroom$2,007$2,365-$358-15.1%

    Methodology: On 11/05/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 3148 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 537 W. Melrose (Lakeview), and 19538 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 11/05/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.9
2 Renters Reviews
ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

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  • Questionable Structure

    June 16, 2020
    I live in a 1bd, and although the living room and bedroom are nice, the walls/floors/ceilings in this building are questionable to say the least. There is a part of my apartment which physically slopes down a noticeable amount, and in fact, I've noticed the entire apartment is actually slightly uneven. The sound bleed from doors and walls/ceiling are immense; I can hear people talking upstairs/ watching tv through the ceiling often over my own conversations/ tv (same goes for next door). The ...
    elevators are concerningly broken (no buttons light, it goes up instead of down, the doors will shutter, etc). I have found only a small portion of the apartment that doesn't squeak when even I walk (I'm only 120lbs). The electrical is a danger, several switches and outlets have sparked or simply no longer work. THE BEST: there is a fist-sized hole above my shower, and maintenance shrugged it off saying "they fill it when you move out anyways," so for going on 6mos now drywall and water from upstairs (and rain) have been leaking into my shower. Icing: the kitchen has space, but it is closed off meaning it is walled in with no access to natural light and it gets HOT and LOUD; and the gas stove is "iffy" to say the least.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • Spacious, Friendly and Faster than Jimmy Johns

    July 20, 2015
    Currently live in a 1 bedroom apartment on the top floor. Bedroom is large with a wall length closet space (plenty of room for 2 people). Kitchen has a decent amount of counter space and to side is plenty of room for a table and 4 chairs. The living room area is very large (enough room for 2 couches, rocking chair, TV, and coffee table). There are two air conditioners (one in the bedroom and one in the living room space, so temperature control is not an issue). The building manager is very ...
    nice and quicker than Jimmy Johns to respond to your questions, concerns, maintenance issues, etc. Overall, it has been a great experience living in this building!
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    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Lake View High School

Chicago Public Schools
4015 North Ashland Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1417 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
3/10

Skinner North Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
640 West Scott Street
Public School - Grades K-8 (490 Students)
Located Nearby5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

Chicago Public Schools
3319 North Clifton Avenue
Public School - Grades K-8 (604 Students)
Located Nearby2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
Property Identified
10/10

Nettelhorst Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
3252 North Broadway
Public School - Grades PK-8 (625 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
9/10

Lane Technical High School

Chicago Public Schools
2501 West Addison Street
Public School - Grades 7-12 (4496 Students)
Located Nearby5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
Property Identified
7/10

Lincoln Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
615 West Kemper Place
Public School - Grades K-8 (811 Students)
Located Nearby3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
Property Identified
9/10

Payton College Preparatory High School

Chicago Public Schools
1034 North Wells Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1233 Students)
Located Nearby5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away
Property Identified
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 537 W. Melrose.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Wrigley Field

1060 W Addison St
2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

2430 N. Cannon Drive
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away

Steppenwolf Theatre

1650 North Halsted Street
5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

3201 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away

Aldi

4500 N Broadway
5 minute drive / 1.86 miles away

Menards

2601 N Clybourn Ave
5 minute drive / 1.87 miles away

Colleges and Universities

DePaul University - Lincoln Park Campus

55 E Jackson
3 minute drive / 1.33 miles away

City College of Chicago, Harry S. Truman - Harry S. Truman Campus

1145 West Wilson Avenue
5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

DeVry University-Illinois

3300 North Campbell Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

Groceries

Jewel-Osco

3531 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

Trader Joe's

667 W Diversey Pky
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

Whole Foods

3628-3650 N Halsted St
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Hospitals

Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago

2900 North Lake Shore Drive
1 minute drive / 0.46 miles away

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

836 West Wellington Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Thorek Memorial Hospital

850 W Irving Park Rd
3 minute drive / 1.15 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago

632 N. Dearborn
6 minute drive / 3.25 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Oak Street Beach

1000 North Lake Shore Drive
5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away

Wendella Boats

400 North Michigan Avenue
7 minute drive / 3.59 miles away

Funhouse Maze

600 E. Grand Avenue
8 minute drive / 3.8 miles away

537 W. Melrose has 5 parks within 5.3 miles, including Oak Street Beach, Wendella Boats, Funhouse Maze, Millennium Park, and Shedd Aquarium.

Restaurants and Dining

Soprano's Italian Restaurant

2901 N Sheffield Ave
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Margie's Candies

1960 N Western Ave
6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

Dick's Last Resort

435 E Illinois
7 minute drive / 3.6 miles away

Shopping Centers

Broadway Street Center

3139-3145 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

European Walk Shopping Center

3300-3332 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

3030 North Broadway

3030 N Broadway St
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

537 W. Melrose has 5 shopping centers within 0.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines)-Red Line

945 W. Belmont Ave.
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines)-Brown Line

945 W. Belmont Ave.
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines)-Purple Line

945 W. Belmont Ave.
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments $1,913$575$7,500
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,365$550$10,000+
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,887$850$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,482$740$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,843$1,040$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $9,515$2,550$10,000+
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $13,825$4,795$10,000+

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