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- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,642–$2,487Rent Pricing
- 421–1,173Square 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. This community is professionally managed by MAC Property Management
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
Property Contact Info
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
5550 S Dorchester offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,642 and having 421–1,173 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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STUDIO
Studio, 1 Bath, 421 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable STUDIO 421 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
Apartment Model: STUDIOCall For RatesStudio, 1 Bath, 421 sq ftUnavailableSTUDIO - Floorplan 1 1 Bedroom
Show Unavailable FloorplansFrom $1,642
1 BEDROOM
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $1,642 Available Now 1 BEDROOM 602 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
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Price Range
- $1,642 - $2,121
Apartment Model: 1 BEDROOMFrom $1,6421 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now1 BEDROOM - Floorplan 1 From $2,001
1 BEDROOM LARGE
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Apr 27Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,001 April 27, 2025 1 BEDROOM LARGE 622 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
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Price Range
- $2,001 - $2,487
Apartment Model: 1 BEDROOM LARGEFrom $2,0011 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftAvailable April 27, 20251 BEDROOM LARGE - Floorplan 1 1 BEDROOM MEDIUM
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 1 BEDROOM MEDIUM 609 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Cable Ready
- High Speed Internet Access
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- Microwave
Apartment Model: 1 BEDROOM MEDIUMCall For Rates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 609 sq ftUnavailable1 BEDROOM MEDIUM - Floorplan 1 2 Bedrooms
2 BEDROOM
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 866 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2 BEDROOM 866 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
Apartment Model: 2 BEDROOMCall For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 866 sq ftUnavailable2 BEDROOM - Floorplan 1 2 BEDROOM LARGE
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 937 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2 BEDROOM LARGE 937 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Cable Ready
- High Speed Internet Access
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- Microwave
Apartment Model: 2 BEDROOM LARGECall For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 937 sq ftUnavailable2 BEDROOM LARGE - Floorplan 1 2 BEDROOM MEDIUM
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 964 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable 2 BEDROOM MEDIUM 964 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
Apartment Model: 2 BEDROOM MEDIUMCall For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 964 sq ftUnavailable2 BEDROOM MEDIUM - Floorplan 1 PENTHOUSE
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1173 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable PENTHOUSE 1173 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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- Microwave
Apartment Model: PENTHOUSECall For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1173 sq ftUnavailablePENTHOUSE - Floorplan 1
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Property Information
- 124 Units
- 14 Stories
- Built in 1948
Pet Policy
Pet Policy - Cats
- 2 Pet Limit
- One Time Non Refundable Pet Fee Of $500 Per Apartment And A Monthly Pet Rent Of $35 Per Pet.
- $35 Monthly Pet Rent
- $500 Fee
- 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
Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
- Package Service
- Property Manager On Site
- Health Club Discount
- 24 Hour Access
- Laundry Facilities
Outdoor Features
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Yard
- Lawn
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
Interior Features
- Storage Space
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- High Speed Internet Access
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Cable Ready
- Air Conditioning
- Wi Fi
- Smoke Free
Kitchen Amenities
- Warming Drawer
- Freezer
- Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Ice Maker
- Instant Hot Water
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Eat In Kitchen
- Microwave
- Granite Countertops
Living Area Features
- Carpet
- Office
- Linen Closet
- Views
- Window Coverings
- Hardwood Floors

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- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
- Transportation

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Hours and Contact Info
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 5550 S Dorchester
Where is 5550 S Dorchester located?
5550 S Dorchester is located at 5550 S Dorchester Ave near the Hyde Park area of Chicago, IL
What is the current rent range at 5550 S Dorchester?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at 5550 S Dorchester currently range from $1,642 to $2,487
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for 5550 S Dorchester are
- 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
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Lifestyle Ratings
Learn more about Lifestyle SearchRenters Reviews and Ratings
Decent Building but Ammenities Not Maintained
January 27, 2025The onsight staff are great. However public ammenities that need replaced with new products (like our treadmills which have been broken for 7 months and cannot turn on) are ignored. When paying for a building with ammenities you would expect they woild continue to be offered. The management company has not responded to any emails on the subject nor addressed the issue.Review from Apartments.com
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
Ray Elementary School
Kenwood Academy High School
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5550 S Dorchester has 5 parks within 8.0 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Wendella Boats, and Oak Street Beach.
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5550 S Dorchester has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,107 | $532 | $8,311 |
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $685 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,746 | $725 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,256 | $750 | $10,000+ |
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,663 | $875 | $6,500 |
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
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