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5550 S Dorchester
5550 S DORCHESTER Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago, IL 60637
- Studio–1 Bedrooms
- 421–609Square Feet
About 5550 S Dorchester
With gorgeous views of the city skyline, 5550 S. Dorchester is city living with thoughtful design and historic surroundings. With a newly renovated lobby, new fitness center, and coffee bar, 5550 S. Dorchester features renovated apartments with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops in select units, white cabinetry, keyless and intercom entry, and skyline views.Hyde Park is known for its rich history, diverse population, lush green spaces, and world-class museums. 5550 S. Dorchester is steps from the University of Chicago campus, surrounded by shops, parks, and restaurants, within walking distance to the Museum of Science and Industry, and minutes from downtown Chicago.
5550 S Dorchester is located in the Hyde Park Neighborhood and 60637 Zip code of Chicago, IL.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Branch Home Office furniture Discount
- Ceiling Fan
- Coffee Bar
- Flexible Rent Payment Options
- FORTE Fitness Discount
- Gas Stoves
- Granite Countertops (In Select Units)
- Grilling area with bean bag game set
- High-speed Internet included
- Keyless and Intercom Entry
- Newly Renovated Lobby
- Professionally Managed by the Laramar Group
- Renovated Apartments
- Skyline and lake views
- Smoke-Free Community
- Stainless Steel Appliances (in select units)
- White Wood Cabinets
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,325 Available Now 0807 421 Unit 0807 Amenities and Features
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- $1,325 - $1,902
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1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,535 Available Now 0105 609 Unit 0105 Amenities and Features
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- Cable Ready
- High Speed Internet Access
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- $1,535 - $2,186
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1 Bed, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable January 19, 2025Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,535 January 19, 2025 0806 602 $1,585 February 13, 2025 1404 602 Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
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- Microwave
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- $1,535 - $2,242
Unit 1404 Amenities and Features
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- $1,535 - $2,242
Apartment Model: 1 BEDROOM1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable January 19, 2025![]()
1 BEDROOM - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 0806Apartment Model: 1 BEDROOM1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable January 19, 2025Apartment Unit: 1404Apartment Model: 1 BEDROOM1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable February 13, 2025
* 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.
Property Information
- 124 Units
- 14 Stories
- Built in 1948
Pet Policy
Pet Policy - Cats
- Cats Allowed
- $35 Monthly Pet Rent
- $500 Fee
- 2 Pet Limit
- One Time Non Refundable Pet Fee Of $500 Per Apartment And A Monthly Pet Rent Of $35 Per Pet.
- Please Contact Us For A List Of Restricted Aggressive Breeds And Further Information On Our Pet Policy.
Pet Policy - Other
- Other Pets Allowed
- $35 Monthly Pet Rent
- Non Refundable Pet Fee
- $300 Fee
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Other
- Other
Fee & Deposit Info
One-Time Fees
- $450 Admin Fee
- $80 Application Fee
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5550 S DORCHESTER Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
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Hours and Contact Info
Open Now
Currently Closed
By Appointment
| Monday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Renters Reviews and Ratings
Don’t live here
November 21, 2024There’s are pests, weird smells in the hallways, plumbing neverrrrrrrrr works. People steal packages. I was on the phone with maintenance and they hung up on me about an issue that I’ve been having since the summer.Review from Apartments.com
Theft, Pest, No management
July 15, 2023We have package theft all the time, but management doesn't care. Also, you can see roaches everywhere. The laundry connection is lost for 6 months. There's no one in management office even though the office hour is from 9 to 5. The only great thing here is maintenance team. But you will never be able to contact management team... I'm tired of this situation so ready to move out definitely.Review from Apartments.com
AVOID AT ANY COST PLEASE
August 26, 2022Trust me my friend, if you ever chose to live in 5550, you would be in regret in the rest of your life. Theft, Burglaries, ... you tell me. Never ever rent to live in this place, unless you want endless suffering and insecurity. I even wonder if this place is cursedReview from Apartments.com
Terrible Place to Live, Good location
October 28, 2021Pros: - Good location with respect to UChicago (they seem to think this is enough to justify the high apartment prices) - Nice living next to other student peers Cons: - When I arrived, there were dead bugs on the floor of my apartment... - No package sorting at all, good luck finding your stuff in a pile of 14 floors worth of other peoples stuff - Employees enter your apartment without much notice - Laundry machine's credit card swiping has been broken the entire time I have lived here, ...and the normal laundry card machine has a 10% chance of accepting your $5+ bills only (get ready to spam swipe/insert bills just to clean your clothes) - Management doesn't respond to emails of criticism (0/4 so far) In summary, proximity to campus barely, barely outweighs all these negatives.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
5550 Dorchester
March 22, 2013The location is extremely convenient, as it is equidistant from the Metra line, the UChicago campus, and the primary grocery stores (Kimbark and Hyde Park Plazas). The 55 bus to the green or red lines is only a block away, and there are a flurry of restaurants a block south on 57th. University students comprise a small portion of the total residents and the noise level is typically very low. The maintenance staff is friendly and quick to respond to any needs. The apartments themselves are some ...of the few in Hyde Park that are carpeted and since most other complexes are only three stories, any room on the fourth floor or above offers an excellent view of the surrounding neighborhood, as well as a glimpse of the downtown skyline. The kitchens are maintained nicely with an array of wall and base cabinets, and the stove is of a brand nicer than those in most other apartments. The laundry room is located in the basement, which can be accessed from the elevator. A garbage chute in the stairwell offers a nice convenience as you can avoid exiting the building to throw bags in a dumpster. The residents are all friendly pleasant.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
Hope College Prep High School
Chicago Public Schools
5515 South Lowe Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-11 (0 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.5 miles away
Ray Elementary School
Chicago Public Schools
5631 South Kimbark Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-8 (495 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
Kenwood Academy High School
Chicago Public Schools
5015 South Blackstone Avenue
Public School - Grades 7-12 (2338 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from 5550 S Dorchester.
| Arts Museums and Landmarks | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buckingham Fountain | S Columbus Drive | 11 min | 5.5 mi |
| National Museum of Mexican Art | 1852 W 19th St | 12 min | 5.9 mi |
| Cloud Gate | Millennium Park | 13 min | 6.4 mi |
| Big Box and Retail | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walgreens | 1533 E 67th St | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
| Autozone | 6401 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
| Aldi | 7800 S South Chicago Ave | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
| Colleges and Universities | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | 5801 S Ellis Ave | 1 min | 0.3 mi |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | 10 West 35th Street | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
| Chicago State University | 9501 S. King Drive | 11 min | 5.3 mi |
| Groceries | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewel-Osco | 6014 S Cottage Grove Ave | 3 min | 1.0 mi |
| Save-A-Lot | 344 E 63rd St | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
| Hospitals | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University Of Chicago Medical Center | 5841 South Maryland | 2 min | 0.8 mi |
| Provident Hospital Of Chicago | 500 E 51st St | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Jackson Park Hospital | 7531 S Stony Island Ave | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
| Hotspots | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supernatural Chicago | 632 N. Dearborn | 15 min | 7.2 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shedd Aquarium | 1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago | 10 min | 5.1 mi |
| Millennium Park | 201 East Randolph Street | 13 min | 6.4 mi |
| Funhouse Maze | 600 E. Grand Avenue | 14 min | 6.7 mi |
5550 S Dorchester has 3 parks within 7.1 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, and Funhouse Maze.
| Restaurants and Dining | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villain's Bar and Grill | 649 S Clark St | 12 min | 5.9 mi |
| Greek Islands | 200 S Halsted | 13 min | 6.5 mi |
| Dick's Last Resort | 435 E Illinois | 14 min | 6.8 mi |
| Shopping Centers | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Shopping Center | 1546-1554 E 55th St | 1 min | 0.2 mi |
| Dorchester Commons | 1400 E 53rd St | 1 min | 0.4 mi |
| 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza | 1204 E 53rd St | 1 min | 0.5 mi |
5550 S Dorchester has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 miles.
| Transit Stations | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59th Street (University of Chicago) Station-Metra Electric Line | S Harper Ave and E 59th St | 1 min | 0.5 mi |
| 55th-56th-57th Street Station-South Shore Line | 5651 S Lake Park Ave | 1 min | 0.2 mi |
| 55th-56th-57th Street Station-Metra Electric Line | 5630 S Lake Park Ave | 1 min | 0.2 mi |
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,060 | $530 | $8,978 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $588 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,354 | $710 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,235 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,151 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,726 | $960 | $7,500 |
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