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5550 S Dorchester

5550 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,545 - $3,591 Studio - 2 1 Bath

Pricing and Floor Plans

5550_0b07

$1,545 - $1,916
Studio, 1 Bath
421 Sq. Ft.

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5550_1b04

$1,835 - $2,294
1 Bed, 1 Bath
602 Sq. Ft.

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5550_1b06

$1,660 - $2,324
1 Bed, 1 Bath
602 Sq. Ft.

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5550_1b02

$1,845 - $2,288
1 Bed, 1 Bath
602 Sq. Ft.

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5550_1b03

$1,845 - $2,288
1 Bed, 1 Bath
602 Sq. Ft.

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5550_1b01

$1,880 - $2,331
1 Bed, 1 Bath
622 Sq. Ft.

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5550_2b08

$2,550 - $3,591
2 Beds, 1 Bath
866 Sq. Ft.

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5550_2b08b

$2,599 - $3,223
2 Beds, 1 Bath
709 Sq. Ft.

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5550_2b09

$2,600 - $3,510
2 Beds, 1 Bath
937 Sq. Ft.

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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • None

Property Information

  • Built in 1948
  • 124 units / 14 stories

Fees and 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

  • Renovated Bathroom
  • Parking Available
  • Bike Storage
  • Cats allowed
  • Renovated Kitchen
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Dogs Allowed

Apartment Features

  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Views

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Grill
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Package Service
  • Storage Space

Map of 5550 S Dorchester

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Area Scores

Walk Score ®

Walker's Paradise90 / 100

Transit Score ®

Good Transit65 / 100

Bike Score ®

Biker's Paradise95 / 100

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Transit

Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Metra Electric Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Commuter Rail
1 min Drive
Metra Electric Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Airport
Chicago Midway International
17 min Drive
Chicago Midway International
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
41 min Drive
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Moving to Hyde Park, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 5550 S Dorchester proximity to Hyde Park Shopping Center, Dorchester Commons, and 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.5 miles away, and Dorchester Commons is within a 10 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 65, 5550 S Dorchester has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.5 miles. Transit options include Garfield Station (Green Line) and Cottage Grove Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 5550 S Dorchester are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 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 5550 S Dorchester. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 25.6 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

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Childrens House Of Miss Tammie

Grades PK-5

Private

3 rating

Ray Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

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St. Thomas the Apostle Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

5 rating

Kenwood Academy High School

Grades 6-12

Public

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Univ Of Chicago Lab School

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

University of Chicago

Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)

Ill. Inst. of Technology

Drive: 9 min (4.4 mi)

Columbia College Chicago

Drive: 13 min (6.5 mi)

Chicago State University

Drive: 16 min (7.3 mi)

About 5550 S Dorchester

Welcome to 5550 S Dorchester, a stunning high-rise in the heart of Hyde Park, Chicago. Our beautifully designed studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments offer the ideal blend of comfort and style, perfectly complementing the vibrant energy of this... historic neighborhood.
Step inside your new home and enjoy modern finishes, including sleek stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinetry, and elegant granite countertops in select units. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood your space with natural light and offer breathtaking views of Lake Michigan or the charming tree-lined streets below-your private escape above the city.
Life at 5550 S Dorchester goes beyond your front door. Stay active in our fully equipped fitness center, fire up the grill in our outdoor BBQ area, or challenge friends to a game of bags in the backyard. With keyless and intercom entry, coming and going is effortless.
Nestled just steps from the University of Chicago, you'll have the best of Hyde Park right at your fingertips-boutique shops, cozy cafes, scenic parks, and renowned cultural attractions like the Museum of Science and Industry. Plus, downtown Chicago is just a quick trip away, offering endless opportunities for work and play.
Come experience the perfect blend of urban convenience and serene living at 5550 S Dorchester. Schedule your personal tour today and see what makes our community truly special.

5550 S Dorchester is an apartment community in Chicago, IL

Contact

Property Address:
5550 S Dorchester Ave,
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone Number: (773) 598-4394
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Office Hours
  • Sunday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Monday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Renter Reviews

For 5550 S Dorchester

4.6

6 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

1/28/25

Decent Building but Ammenities Not Maintained

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.

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11/21/24

Don’t live here

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.

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7/17/23

Theft, Pest, No management

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.

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8/26/22

AVOID AT ANY COST PLEASE

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

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10/30/21

Terrible Place to Live, Good location

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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