North Maywood Homes for Rent

North Maywood is a neighborhood with a rich history, featuring single-family homes built from the 1870s to the early 1960s. Home styles include American Foursquares, minimal traditional homes, and split-levels, with exteriors of brick, wood, and vinyl. The northeast side hosts multi-family units like the Residences of Riverwoods and Melrose Commons, built in the mid-2000s. For outdoor enthusiasts, Thatcher Woods offers hiking trails, birdwatching, and picnic areas, while Bataan Park provides play areas, baseball fields, and tennis courts. Maywood Park, just south of the neighborhood, features an outdoor pool, baseball fields, and a basketball court. Shopping needs are met by big box retailers such as Jewel-Osco, Target, and Costco, along with specialty stores like SamsBeauty Warehouse and Best Buy Outlet. Dining options range from the Mexican take-out Carnitas Don Alfredo to the brunch spot Mr. Stacks. Entertainment includes the Cinemark Melrose Park and XD movie theater and the Trailside Museum of Natural History in nearby River Forest. Maywood Fest, an annual event with live music and carnival attractions, takes place in Veterans Park. North Avenue and 1st Avenue are key thoroughfares, with Pace bus stops and the Maywood Metra station providing public transit options. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 8 miles away.