5500 S. Cornell Avenue

5493 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Last Updated: 3 Days Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,155 - $3,899
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Bedrooms
Studio - 4
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
254 - 1,220 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

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5500-0b1g

$1,155 - $1,444
Studio, 1 Bath
336 Sq. Ft.
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5500-0b1m

$1,160 - $1,450
Studio, 1 Bath
254 Sq. Ft.
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5500-0b1h

$1,215 - $1,519
Studio, 1 Bath
335 Sq. Ft.
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5500-0b1f

$1,285 - $1,606
Studio, 1 Bath
350 Sq. Ft.
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5500-2bD

$1,695 - $2,314
2 Beds, 1 Bath
755 - 756 Sq. Ft.
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5500-4bB

$2,895
4 Beds, 1 Bath
1,011 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1601-3
$2,895
1,011
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5500-4b1

$2,785 - $3,899
4 Beds, 1 Bath
1,220 Sq. Ft.
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Details

Lease Term Options

  • 3 - 17 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1910
  • 20 units3 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $65

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    $550

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Back Porch
  • Cats allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • On-Site Restaurant
  • Parking Available
  • Renovated Kitchen

Apartment Features

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Office
  • Washer/Dryer

Community Features

  • Fitness Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Short Term Lease

Map of 5500 S. Cornell Avenue

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Very drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail

1 min Drive

Commuter Rail

2 min Drive

Airport

Chicago Midway International

18 min Drive

Chicago Midway International

Airport

Chicago O'Hare International

40 min Drive

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Moving to Hyde Park, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 5500 S. Cornell Avenue proximity to Hyde Park Shopping Center, Dorchester Commons, and 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.2 miles away, and Dorchester Commons is within a 10 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Hyde Park is exceptional public transit. Within 2.7 miles of 5500 S. Cornell Avenue, you’ll find Garfield Station (Green Line), Cottage Grove Station, and 51St Street Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 5500 S. Cornell Avenue are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 miles, including Museum of Science and Industry, Midway Plaisance Park, and Jackson Park.

Airports

Living in Hyde Park provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 17 minutes from 5500 S. Cornell Avenue. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 25.1 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Not rated

Futureworld Nfp

Grades PK-5

Private

Not rated

Children Rendez Vous

Grades K-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Harte Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Kenwood Academy High School

Grades 6-12

Public

Not rated

Univ Of Chicago Lab School

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
University of Chicago Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Ill. Inst. of Technology Drive: 9 min (4.6 mi)
Columbia College Chicago Drive: 12 min (6.1 mi)
Chicago State University Drive: 16 min (7.7 mi)

About 5500 S. Cornell Avenue

You'll love the convenience of having a variety of restaurants, cafes, banks and fitness centers just steps away from your new home in our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartment for rent, and Hyde Park… studio apartments.

Mac Properties owns and manages 90+ apartments in Hyde Park Chicago. We are deeply engrained in our community. Living in a Mac property means that you get a team of people dedicated to your building's maintenance and your resident needs. Residents in this Hyde Park rental receive 24/7 emergency maintenance service, a centralized resident services center, and an app for service requests, neighbor conversation, and local event information.

As for things to do and places to go around Hyde Park, there is a never-ending list. If you get tired of the restaurants on our block, just walk two blocks in either direction to get many more options on 53rd and 57th streets. If you are more into preparing your own meals, the Hyde Park Farmers Market, Open Produce Marker, Whole Foods, Treasure Island and Hyde Park Produce are all in within a mile of your apartment.

Contact our leasing office for more information on 5500 S. Cornell Avenue, including next steps on how to arrange a tour to see our variety of floor plans available, including our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartment for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments.

5500 S. Cornell Avenue is an apartment community in Chicago, IL

Contact

Property Address:
5493 S Cornell Ave,
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone Number: (773) 598-4394
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Office Hours
  • Sunday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • 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

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