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Windermere House

1642-1660 E 56th St
Chicago, IL 60637

Studio–3 Bedrooms
514–1,348Square Feet

About Windermere House

Originally one of Chicago's most luxurious 1920's apartment hotels, Windermere House was designed to be the most sophisticated and elegant residence of its day. Today, it remains a testament to that vision. Carefully preserved and restored original plaster, wood, terrazzo, terra cotta, brass, copper and bronze details of French and Italian Renaissance styles combine with a myriad of modern amenities to create a remarkable coalescence of contemporary living in a timelessly refined atmosphere. Overlooking Jackson Park, it's ideally located for easy access and within walking distance from the University of Chicago, restaurants and shopping.

Windermere House is located in the Hyde Park Neighborhood and 60637 Zip code of Chicago, IL.

Unique Features and Amenities

24hr Front Desk
Bike Storage
On-site Dry Cleaning
On-site Restaurant
Parking Available
Pets allowed

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windbT15
Studio, 1 Bath, 612 sq ftCheapest StudioThis is the cheapest Studio at this PropertyAvailable Now
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$1,575 Available Now 0715 612 View Details Below
$1,675 Available Now 1215 612 View Details Below
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$1,575 - $3,350
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$1,575 - $3,350
Apartment Model: windbT15Studio, 1 Bath, 612 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 0715Apartment Model: windbT15Studio, 1 Bath, 612 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 1215Apartment Model: windbT15Studio, 1 Bath, 612 sq ftAvailable Now
From $1,615
wind0bT9
Studio, 1 Bath, 514 sq ftAvailable Now
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$1,615 Available Now 0509 514
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$1,605 - $3,230
Apartment Model: wind0bT9Studio, 1 Bath, 514 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 0509Apartment Model: wind0bT9Studio, 1 Bath, 514 sq ftAvailable Now
From $1,645
windbt14
Studio, 1 Bath, 546 sq ftAvailable Now
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Available Now windbt14 546 sq ft
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Apartment Model: windbt14Studio, 1 Bath, 546 sq ftAvailable Now
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1 Bedroom
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windbT16
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 685 sq ftAvailable Now
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$1,795 Available Now 0616 685
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$1,795 - $3,590
Apartment Model: windbT161 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 685 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 0616Apartment Model: windbT161 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 685 sq ftAvailable Now
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windbT18
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 643 sq ftAvailable Now
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$1,795 Available Now 0218 643
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$1,795 - $3,590
Apartment Model: windbT181 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 643 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 0218Apartment Model: windbT181 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 643 sq ftAvailable Now
From $1,895
windbT20
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 768 sq ftAvailable Mar 14
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$1,895 March 14, 2025 0420 768
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$1,895 - $3,790
Apartment Model: windbT201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 768 sq ftAvailable March 14, 2025
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Apartment Unit: 0420Apartment Model: windbT201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 768 sq ftAvailable March 14, 2025
From $1,975
windbT19
1 Bed, 2 Baths, 841 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Mar 14
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$1,975 March 14, 2025 0519 841
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$1,975 - $3,950
Apartment Model: windbT191 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 841 sq ftAvailable March 14, 2025
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Apartment Unit: 0519Apartment Model: windbT191 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 841 sq ftAvailable March 14, 2025
2 Bedrooms
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wind2bT7
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1039 sq ftAvailable Now
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Available Now wind2bT7 1039 sq ft
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Apartment Model: wind2bT72 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1039 sq ftAvailable Now
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From $2,400
windbT12
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1039 sq ftAvailable Now
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Available Now windbT12 1039 sq ft
Apartment Model: windbT122 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1039 sq ftAvailable Now
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From $2,660
windbT11
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1140 sq ftAvailable Now
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Available Now windbT11 1140 sq ft
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Apartment Model: windbT112 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1140 sq ftAvailable Now
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From $2,795
windbT17
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1223 sq ftCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Now
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$2,795 Available Now 1017 1223
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$2,795 - $4,193
Apartment Model: windbT172 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1223 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 1017Apartment Model: windbT172 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1223 sq ftAvailable Now
From $2,990
wind2bT4
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1221 sq ftAvailable Now
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$2,990 Available Now 0204 1221 View Details Below
$3,050 Available Now 1104 1221 View Details Below
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$2,990 - $4,575
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$2,990 - $4,575
Apartment Model: wind2bT42 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1221 sq ftAvailable Now
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Apartment Unit: 0204Apartment Model: wind2bT42 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1221 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 1104Apartment Model: wind2bT42 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1221 sq ftAvailable Now
3 Bedrooms
From $3,395
wind3bT8
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1348 sq ftAvailable Now
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Available Now wind3bT8 1348 sq ft
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Apartment Model: wind3bT83 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1348 sq ftAvailable Now
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Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map	View Details
$1,575	Available Now	0715	612		View Details Below
$1,675	Available Now	1215	612		View Details Below

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$1,615	Available Now	0509	514

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Available Now	windbt14	546 sq ft

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$1,795	Available Now	0616	685

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$1,795	Available Now	0218	643

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$1,895	March 14, 2025	0420	768

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$1,975	March 14, 2025	0519	841

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Available Now	wind2bT7	1039 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Available Now	windbT12	1039 sq ft

Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
Available Now	windbT11	1140 sq ft

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Property Map
$2,795	Available Now	1017	1223

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$2,990	Available Now	0204	1221		View Details Below
$3,050	Available Now	1104	1221		View Details Below

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Available Now	wind3bT8	1348 sq ft

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

228 Units
12 Stories
Built in 1923

Lease Terms

3 months, 4 months, 5 months, 6 months, 7 months, 8 months, 9 months, 11 months, 12 months, 13 months, 14 months, 15 months
Short Term Lease Options

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

Cats Allowed
$300 Fee
$30 Monthly Pet Rent

Pet Policy - Dogs

Dogs Allowed
$300 Fee
$30 Monthly Pet Rent
No Aggressive Breeds

Pet Policy - Reptiles

Must Be Declawed

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Surface

Surface Lot

Fee & Deposit Info

One-Time Fees

$50 Application Fee

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

24hr Front Desk
Bike Storage
On-site Dry Cleaning
On-site Restaurant
Parking Available
Pets allowed

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now

Currently Closed

By Appointment

Monday	8:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday	8:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday	8:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday	8:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday	8:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday	8:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday	8:00 am–6:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Scores provided by Walk Score.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0

5 Renters Reviews

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The Right Place at the Right Time
August 14, 2015
Historical building, large rooms and various floor plans, Laundry on every floor with enclosed parking. Front desk staff is professional, friendly with concierge qualities. Move-in rate is so affordable, it will make you exhale. Close to beach, museum and transportation to everywhere in Chicago. Obvious efforts to restore the original infrastructure style of the building but with current conveniences. "Love It!"
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Native New Yorker
August 26, 2015
As a native New Yorker there's a certain flavor I look for, not only in an apartment but also in a nieghborhood. The Windamere and Hyde Park had everything I was Looking for!!! The front desk Concierge is amazing...they always greet you and your guest warmly, and they're always available and willing to help. Power in the buiding was briefly interrupted just after my husband got on the elevator...Kim at the front desk was so concerned if he was stuck that she flew up 9 flights to check that ...
he'd made it up!!!! The hallways, staircases (perfect for large furniture) and apartments are more than spacious with classic touches that you just dont find in new construction, the dressing rooms with additional built in closets are my favorite apartment features. The views are great, wether it's the lake, tree lined drive or the museum-cant beat it. There's a laundry room on each floor-three elevators-free hot cofee downstairs in the morning, a really nice gym .....and most important its quiet!!!! YOU DONT HEAR ANYONE UPSTAIRS, DOWNSTAIRS OR NEXT DOOR-its wonderful!!!! Hyde Park is a deverse neighborhood bursting with culture, good food and jazz. This is our third apartment in Hyde Park and I finally feel like Im home. The neighbors are friendly, there's a bakery and resteraunt downstairs (you dont even have to go outside to get there, its built in) especially when you're not in the mood to cook....I could go on, but look do yourself a favor...take a minute and take a tour its worth it!!!
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All the closet space a girl could want
July 20, 2015
My studio in Windermere House is everything I could have asked for. The kitchen is beautiful (just refinished), the carpet is beige but spotlessly clean, and the bathroom has a huge bathtub perfect for soaking yourself in on those candle and book reading nights. Also, even though it's a studio, it has "dressing room" with tons of drawers and shelves. It holds all my clothes with room for more (and I wouldn't consider my wardrobe small). Plus, a huge walk-in closet with built in shelves and ...
bookcases (!) on the front of the doors. Electricity, gas, and super fast wifi (slow wifi is free) not included in rent, which is pricey but it's worth it, because you're right next to a bus stop that gets you to downtown in 20 minutes and you live in Hyde Park, a lovely neighborhood with awesome cultural diversity and TWO used bookstores. Highly recommend. One caveat (and the reason for a four star rating): I did not have a good experience with the leasing company, MAC Apartments, during the lease signing process. Make sure all your expectations are clearly stated and not ignored, and please communicate over the phone with them if possible, NOT through email. Lesson learned on my part.
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The views are amazin...
August 28, 2014
The views are amazing and the high ceilings make the apartments feel spacious!
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It has the charm tha...
August 28, 2014
It has the charm that comes with the old buildings and the company is always making improvements.
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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 Zone6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away

Harte Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools

1556 East 56th Street

Public School - Grades PK-8 (330 Students)

In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 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

School data provided by GreatSchools.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from Windermere House.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Buckingham Fountain

S Columbus Drive

12 minute drive / 5.88 miles away

National Museum of Mexican Art

1852 W 19th St

14 minute drive / 6.59 miles away

Cloud Gate

Millennium Park

14 minute drive / 6.79 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

1533 E 67th St

3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Autozone

6401 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr

5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Aldi

7800 S South Chicago Ave

5 minute drive / 2.62 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Chicago

5801 S Ellis Ave

2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Illinois Institute of Technology

10 West 35th Street

8 minute drive / 3.92 miles away

Chicago State University

9501 S. King Drive

11 minute drive / 5.2 miles away

Groceries

Jewel-Osco

6014 S Cottage Grove Ave

4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

Save-A-Lot

813 E 47th St

5 minute drive / 1.87 miles away

Hospitals

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

5841 South Maryland

3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

Provident Hospital Of Chicago

500 E 51st St

5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

Jackson Park Hospital

7531 S Stony Island Ave

4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago

632 N. Dearborn

16 minute drive / 7.6 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Shedd Aquarium

1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago

11 minute drive / 5.51 miles away

Millennium Park

201 East Randolph Street

14 minute drive / 6.86 miles away

Funhouse Maze

600 E. Grand Avenue

15 minute drive / 7.13 miles away

Windermere House has 5 parks within 8.1 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Wendella Boats, and Oak Street Beach.

Restaurants and Dining

Villain's Bar and Grill

649 S Clark St

13 minute drive / 6.35 miles away

Greek Islands

200 S Halsted

15 minute drive / 7.07 miles away

Dick's Last Resort

435 E Illinois

15 minute drive / 7.22 miles away

Shopping Centers

Hyde Park Shopping Center

1546-1554 E 55th St

1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Dorchester Commons

1400 E 53rd St

2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

City Hyde Park

51st & Lake Park Ave

2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

Windermere House has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

Transit Stations

55th-56th-57th Street Station-South Shore Line

5651 S Lake Park Ave

1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

55th-56th-57th Street Station-Metra Electric Line

5630 S Lake Park Ave

1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

59th Street (University of Chicago) Station-Metra Electric Line

S Harper Ave and E 59th St

1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments	$2,099	$532	$10,000+
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments	$2,627	$750	$10,000+
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,328	$900	$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,074	$865	$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments	$3,007	$996	$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments	$4,010	$1,500	$6,200
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments	$4,800	$4,800	$4,800