5/20/26
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I like it. My first apartment in chicago
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The Flamingo Apartments
5500 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
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| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,236 - $2,085 | Studio - 2 Beds | Studio - 2 | 1 Bath | 1 Bath | 280 - 900 sq. ft. |
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Pricing and Floor Plans
Studio Floor Plan S2
$1,270 - $1,536
Studio, 1 Bath
, 445 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 22
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0902
$1,536
445 Sq. Ft.
8/22/26
0802
$1,270
445 Sq. Ft.
10/6/26
Studio Floor Plan S1
$1,236
Studio, 1 Bath
, 340 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 5
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1409
$1,236
340 Sq. Ft.
9/5/26
1 Bedroom Floor Plan A7
$1,458
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 865 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 4
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1201
$1,458
865 Sq. Ft.
9/4/26
1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6
$1,515
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 585 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 15
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1707
$1,515
585 Sq. Ft.
9/15/26
New
1 Bedroom Floor Plan A3
$1,394
1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 500 Sq. Ft.
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Oct. 9
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0609
$1,394
500 Sq. Ft.
10/9/26
2 Bedroom Floor Plan B3
$1,914
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 515 Sq. Ft.
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Aug. 22
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
2001
$1,914
515 Sq. Ft.
8/22/26
2 Bedroom Floor Plan B1
$1,580
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 790 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 7
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0806
$1,580
790 Sq. Ft.
9/7/26
New
2 Bedroom Floor Plan B4
$2,085
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 865 Sq. Ft.
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Sep. 12
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1701
$2,085
865 Sq. Ft.
9/12/26
New
2 Bedroom Floor Plan B2
$1,602
2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 825 Sq. Ft.
Show Floor Plan Details
Sep. 15
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0805
$1,602
825 Sq. Ft.
9/15/26
New
Details
Property Information
- Built in 1928
- 169 units / 18 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
- High Speed Internet Access$55 / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee Per Applicant$75
Due at Move-In
- Administrative Fee$395
- Street
Dogs
- Dog Fee$250
- Dog Rent$30 / mo
Cats
- Cat Fee$250
- Cat Rent$30 / mo
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
- 24/7 Package Locker Service
- 5 Minutes From Obama Presidential Center
- Bark Park
- Bicycle storage room
- Breakfast Bar
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Designer Paint Finishes
- Easy access to public transportation
- Enormous Walk-In Closets
- Evening Door Attendant
- Expandable Studios Available
- Fire Pit
- Grilling Station
- Internet Ready
- Lake and City Views
- Lobby with WiFi
- No security deposit
- On-Site Restaurant and Bar
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
- Parcel Pending
- Plush Carpet
- Steps to Beach and Lake
- Steps to Burnham Park, the lake and beach
- Steps to shopping, restaurants and nightlife
- Walk to the University of Chicago
- Window Treatments
- Wood Flooring
Apartment Features
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fans
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Walk-In Closets
- Wi-Fi
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Business Center
- Controlled Access
- Courtyard
- Dog Park
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Gas Range
- Grill
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Package Service
- Pool
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
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Busy62 / 100
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Transit
Commuter Rail
2 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
Chicago Midway International
19 min Drive
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
40 min Drive
Moving to Hyde Park, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Flamingo Apartments proximity to Hyde Park Shopping Center, 1453-1457 E 53rd St, and Dorchester Commons. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.6 miles away, and 1453-1457 E 53rd St is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, The Flamingo Apartments has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.1 miles. Transit options include Garfield Station (Green Line) and Cottage Grove Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near The Flamingo Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 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 19 minutes from The Flamingo Apartments. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 25.6 miles away.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Futureworld Nfp
Grades PK-5
Private
Harte Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
A.S.B. Educational Institute
Grades 9-12
Private
Kenwood Academy High School
Grades 6-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
University of Chicago
Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)
Ill. Inst. of Technology
Drive: 11 min (5.1 mi)
Columbia College Chicago
Drive: 13 min (6.6 mi)
Chicago State University
Drive: 18 min (8.2 mi)
About The Flamingo Apartments
This historic and architecturally-stunning building is conveniently located steps from Lake Michigan and just minutes from downtown Chicago in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The Flamingo Apartments offers unique studio, convertible, one-bedroom and... two-bedroom apartments with breathtaking views of the lake and downtown. For added value, the Flamingo also has a restaurant & bar located on the ground level.
This historic and architecturally-stunning building is conveniently located steps from Lake Michigan and just minutes from downtown Chicago in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The Flamingo Apartments offers unique studio, convertible, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments with breathtaking views of the lake and downtown. For added value, the Flamingo also has a restaurant & bar located on the ground level.
The Flamingo Apartments is an apartment community in Chicago, IL
Contact
Property Address: 5500 S Shore Dr,
Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone Number: (219) 600-3516
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- SundayCLOSED
- Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- WednesdayCLOSED
- Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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85 Ratings & Reviews
3/31/26
Verified Renter
It's a nice location and the people are friendly.
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3/7/26
Verified Renter
The place is good, however, for the price we pay we should not be having this many problems. Parking is not assigned so good luck finding Parking at night or especially in the summer when everyone from all over comes to party down stairs and they're allowed to park in our parking lot. Also, the parties go on from 10am/11am/12pm until 4-5 in the morning and we can't sleep because of the noise. We also recently started having roaches because of a drain issue and the trash chute being backed up and... we've had multiple maintenance calls and we still cannot get rid of them. This place would be a lot more enjoyable with assigned parking (residents are more than willing to pay for it), and if the roach problem was under control.
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3/6/26
Verified Renter
The Flamingo is a beautiful building with an unbeatable location near the lake, shops, museum and public transportation. The apartments are small but they have gorgeous details, crown molding especially, that make them stand out. the managers seem to care, are professional and it shows in how the building is run. It's not perfect but perfect is an illusion. The sense of pride and community are impressive!
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2/13/26
Verified Renter
I am enjoying settling in to the building. Marcella and Jonathan have been both professional and friendly during the application and move-in process and now with the regular building events. Neighbors have been lovely and the building is quiet and secure. I love the historic feel and modern amenities.
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