Cloisters
5801-5811 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
- Bedrooms
- 1 - 61 - 6 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 - 21 - 2 Baths
- Sq. Ft.
- 1,100 - 1,385 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 1928
- 86 units13 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
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Application Fee Per Applicant$65
Due at Move-In
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Administrative Fee$550
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Other
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Surface Lot
Dogs Allowed
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Dog Fee$350
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Dog Rent$35 / mo
Restrictions
"Akita Belgian Malanois Presa Canario Irish Wolf Hound Dogo Argentino Chow Rottweiler Pit Bull Alaskan Malamute Doberman Pinscher German Shephard Siberian Husky Bull Terrier Wolf Hybrid American Staffordshire Terrier"
Cats Allowed
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Cat Fee$350
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Cat Rent$35 / mo
Restrictions
None
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
- Cats allowed
- Stone Counters
- Extra Storage Available
- Resident Lounge
- Dogs Allowed
- Garbage Disposal
- Gas Stove
- Walk In Closets
- Wood Flooring
- Parking Available
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Den
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Microwave
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Walk-In Closets
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Lounge
- Package Service
Map of Cloisters
Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Moderately drivable
Bikeability
Very bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
1 min Drive
Airport
17 min Drive
Airport
41 min Drive
Moving to Hyde Park, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Cloisters proximity to Hyde Park Shopping Center, Dorchester Commons, and 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.9 miles away, and Dorchester Commons is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Hyde Park is exceptional public transit. Within 2.6 miles of Cloisters, you’ll find Cottage Grove Station, Garfield Station (Green Line), and King Drive Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Cloisters are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Midway Plaisance Park, Museum of Science and Industry, and Jackson Park.
Airports
Living in Hyde Park provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 17 minutes from Cloisters. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 25.7 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Ray Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
Kenwood Academy High School
Grades 6-12
Public
Univ Of Chicago Lab School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| University of Chicago | Drive: 1 min (0.3 mi) |
| Ill. Inst. of Technology | Drive: 10 min (4.7 mi) |
| Chicago State University | Drive: 15 min (7 mi) |
About Cloisters
Live on campus and walk to your classroom, office or lab.
Apartments in The Cloisters have been coveted by generations of UChicago faculty and students. The neo-gothic architecture and sophisticated interiors (in excellent condition) provide the…
quintessential UChicago experience. Apartment sizes range from large 1-bedroom suites to 6-bedroom homes with formal dining rooms, fireplaces, sitting parlors. Semi-private elevators and small courtyard provide a boutique apartment community experience.
The smartest renters live at The Cloisters. Literally. More Nobel laureates have called Cloisters their home than any other apartment building in the world.
Live on campus and walk to your classroom, office or lab.
Apartments in The Cloisters have been coveted by generations of UChicago faculty and students. The neo-gothic architecture and sophisticated interiors (in excellent condition) provide the quintessential UChicago experience. Apartment sizes range from large 1-bedroom suites to 6-bedroom homes with formal dining rooms, fireplaces, sitting parlors. Semi-private elevators and small courtyard provide a boutique apartment community experience.
The smartest renters live at The Cloisters. Literally. More Nobel laureates have called Cloisters their home than any other apartment building in the world.
Cloisters is an apartment community in Chicago, IL
Contact
Chicago, IL 60637
- Sunday 11:00 AM – 4:00 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 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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