537 W. Melrose is nestled between Lake Shore Drive and Broadway Avenue in Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood. Inside this charming elevator building there are spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments with hardwood floors, ample storage space, separate dining areas, bright sunny windows, and individually controlled air conditioning.
The building is cat-friendly with no pet rent or pet deposit required! On-site amenities include: reserved parking, a laundry room, 24-hour emergency maintenance, bike storage, a package receiving room and multiple cable providers.
Nearby are an array of grocery stores, athletic clubs, and dry cleaners as well as restaurants and popular bars. For nature, the building is near Lake Michigan, Belmont Harbor, and Chicago's Lakefront Trail.


537 W. Melrose
537 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60657
Apartment building
Studio-1 bed
Pet-friendly
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 336 | Apr 1 | $1,422 |
![]() | 395 | Mar 1 | $1,442 |
![]() | 320 | Now | $1,454 |
![]() | 336 | Now | $1,484 |
![]() | 570 | Now | $1,849 |
![]() | 600 | Apr 1 | $1,984 |
What's special
Bike storageIndividually controlled air conditioningReserved parkingBright sunny windowsAmple storage spaceSeparate dining areasHardwood floors
3D tours
STUD 539
1-BR/1BA 344
1-BR/1BA 543
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 10 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 10 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | 10 am - 4 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Other
- Shared: Laundry Facilities
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven: Microwave
Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Air Conditioning In-Unit
Flooring
- Hardwood: Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl: Vinyl Flooring
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready: Cable Ready
Other
- Breakfast Bar
- Bright Sunny Windows
- Granite Countertops
- Kingsize Bedrooms
- Linen Closet
- Onsite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Remodeled Kitchen
- Separate Dining Room
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Policies
Lease terms
- 12 Months
Parking
- Parking is assigned.
Pet essentials
- CatsAllowed
- DogsDogs are not allowed
Special Features
- Mail Room
- Maintenance On Site
- On-Site Parking
- Online Services
Neighborhood: Lake View
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNear 537 W. Melrose
- Restaurants located within a 5-minute walk include Joy's Noodles & Rice, Melrose Restaurant, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Brazilian Bowl, Hatsu Hana and Buena Vista Restaurant.
- Chicago Photography Center, a small art gallery featuring a variety of photography exhibits and classes including DIY Table-Top, Photo Bookmarking and Adding Texture to images, is a 5-minute walk.
- The World Famous Laugh Factory, located within a 5-minute walk, a take off the Hollywood venue, features up-and-coming talent and professional comedians performing live stand up comedy.
- Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course, offering 9 holes of championship golf, a driving range, putting and chipping greens and private instruction, is a 5-minute drive.
Nearby schools in Chicago
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Nettelhorst Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Lake View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 537 W. Melrose?
537 W. Melrose has a walk score of 96, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 537 W. Melrose?
537 W. Melrose has a transit score of 82, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 537 W. Melrose?
The schools assigned to 537 W. Melrose include Nettelhorst Elementary School and Lake View High School.
Does 537 W. Melrose have in-unit laundry?
No, but 537 W. Melrose has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is 537 W. Melrose in?
537 W. Melrose is in the Lake View neighborhood in Chicago, IL.
What are 537 W. Melrose's policies on pets?
Small dogs are not allowed. Large dogs are not allowed.
Does 537 W. Melrose have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for 537 W. Melrose.













