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5550 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
(872) 324-4141
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5550 S Dorchester

5550 S Dorchester Ave
Chicago, IL 60637
(872) 324-4141
5550 S Dorchester in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • 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

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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:

  • Studio

    STUDIO

    Studio, 1 Bath, 421 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableSTUDIO421 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
  • 1 Bedroom

    From $1,642

    1 BEDROOM

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,642Available Now1 BEDROOM602 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $1,642 - $2,121

    From $2,001

    1 BEDROOM LARGE

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Apr 27

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,001April 27, 20251 BEDROOM LARGE622 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,001 - $2,487

    1 BEDROOM MEDIUM

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable1 BEDROOM MEDIUM609 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
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  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 BEDROOM

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 866 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 BEDROOM866 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Microwave

    2 BEDROOM LARGE

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 937 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 BEDROOM LARGE937 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Microwave

    2 BEDROOM MEDIUM

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 964 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 BEDROOM MEDIUM964 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Microwave

    PENTHOUSE

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1173 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property 

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailablePENTHOUSE1173 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Microwave
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.

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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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5550 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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

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

  • Affordability Great Value3.8

    The 5550 S Dorchester Apartments are 29.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Hyde Park area, and 37.3% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Hyde Park Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,642$2,332-$690-29.6%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,642$2,618-$976-37.3%

    Methodology: On 04/01/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 268 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 5550 S Dorchester (Hyde Park), and 9445 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 04/01/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.6
6 Renters Reviews
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  • Decent Building but Ammenities Not Maintained

    January 27, 2025
    The 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, 2024
    There’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, 2023
    We 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, 2022
    Trust 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 cursed
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Terrible Place to Live, Good location

    October 28, 2021
    Pros: - 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.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • 5550 Dorchester

    March 22, 2013
    The 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.
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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
3/10

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
7/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5550 S Dorchester.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

S Columbus Drive
12 minute drive / 5.72 miles away
1852 W 19th St
13 minute drive / 6.23 miles away
Millennium Park
14 minute drive / 6.64 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
1533 E 67th St
3 minute drive / 1.17 miles away
Autozone
6401 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away
Aldi
7800 S South Chicago Ave
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

Colleges and Universities

5801 S Ellis Ave
1 minute drive / 0.33 miles away
10 West 35th Street
7 minute drive / 3.64 miles away
9501 S. King Drive
10 minute drive / 5.08 miles away

Groceries

Jewel-Osco
6014 S Cottage Grove Ave
2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away
Save-A-Lot
344 E 63rd St
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Hospitals

5841 South Maryland
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away
500 E 51st St
4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away
7531 S Stony Island Ave
4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

Hotspots

632 N. Dearborn
15 minute drive / 7.44 miles away

Parks and Recreation

1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago
11 minute drive / 5.36 miles away
201 East Randolph Street
14 minute drive / 6.71 miles away
600 E. Grand Avenue
15 minute drive / 7.05 miles away

5550 S Dorchester has 5 parks within 8.0 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Wendella Boats, and Oak Street Beach.

Restaurants and Dining

649 S Clark St
13 minute drive / 6.16 miles away
200 S Halsted
14 minute drive / 6.83 miles away
435 E Illinois
15 minute drive / 7.1 miles away

Shopping Centers

1546-1554 E 55th St
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away
1400 E 53rd St
2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away
1204 E 53rd St
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

5550 S Dorchester has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Transit Stations

S Harper Ave and E 59th St
1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away
5651 S Lake Park Ave
1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away
5630 S Lake Park Ave
1 minute drive / 0.23 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
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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