Explore where charming, tree-lined streets blend perfectly with an eclectic, high-energy atmosphere to create one of Chicago’s most desirable Lakefront neighborhoods. This is Lakeview, where 544 W. Melrose has a Walker’s Paradise Score of 95, and is near a lively concentration of restaurants, bars, cafes, shopping, music venues, and theaters. This property is also an easy commute to the Lakefront Trail, Wrigleyville, and Chicago’s Loop.
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544 W. Melrose
Chicago, Illinois 60657
773-598-4426
Lakeview remains true to its working class roots while also home to famous music halls like The Metro and The Vic, and nightspots like the legendary Cubby Bear, as well as a vibrant culture of neighborhood watering holes, ethnic food, live theater, and comedy clubs
Perhaps the most famous resident is Wrigley Field. Catch a game at the park or join the crowds on one of the iconic Wrigley rooftops. There are always plenty of sports bars to cheer on our beloved Cubs! Weekends are spent strolling through Lincoln Park and along the lakefront. It’s hard to leave this part of Chicago but the excellent public transportation offerings make it easy. This north side neighborhood is an ideal place to live.
Trains: Red Line, Brown and Purple Lines 0.5 Miles
Buses: 146 Inner Drive-Michigan Express, 151 Sheridan, 36 Broadway, 135 Clarendon-LaSalle Express, 77 Belmont, 143 Stockton/Michigan Express, 156 LaSalle, 134 Stockton/LaSalle Express
Parking: Resident parking available on site.
Bicycles: Bicycle storage is available for residents in the building.
544 W. Melrose offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with designer plank flooring, remodeled kitchens, ceiling fans, and breakfast bars.
Yes, cats are welcome at 544 W. Melrose with no pet rent or pet deposit required.
The building includes on-site parking, an in-building laundry room, bike storage, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and an on-site building maintenance engineer.
Yes, 544 W. Melrose offers both covered and uncovered on-site parking for an additional fee.
544 W. Melrose sits in the Lakeview neighborhood with a 95/100 Walk Score. The building is steps from Belmont Harbor and Wrigley Field, with quick access to the Lakefront Trail and, through CTA options, to the Loop. Just step outside to discover local shopping like Unabridged Bookstore, local entertainment venues such as The Laugh Factory, and local cafes such as The Coffee & Tea Exchange.
Yes, 544 W. Melrose is a smoke-free property.
Tours can be scheduled directly through PPM's online booking page for this property, or by calling the leasing office at (773) 598-4426.
544 W. Melrose is managed by Planned Property Management (PPM), which has operated apartments across Chicago's North Side for decades.
