The Flamingo Apartments

5500 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent	Bedrooms	Bathrooms	Sq. Ft.
$1,184 - $2,763	Studio - 2 Beds	Studio - 2	1 Bath	1 Bath	280 - 900 sq. ft.

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio Floor Plan S2

$1,191 - $2,136

Studio, 1 Bath

, 445 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0202

$1,191

445 Sq. Ft.

Now

0302

$1,196

445 Sq. Ft.

Now

0802

$1,221

445 Sq. Ft.

Now

Studio Floor Plan S4

$1,184 - $2,074

Studio, 1 Bath

, 350 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

1901

$1,184

350 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2

$1,298 - $2,403

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 380 - 460 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0103

$1,298

380 Sq. Ft.

Now

1103

$1,353

460 Sq. Ft.

Now

0903

$1,333

460 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A4

$1,393 - $2,552

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 535 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 27

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

1604

$1,393

535 Sq. Ft.

9/27/25

1504

$1,399

535 Sq. Ft.

10/13/25

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A10

$1,328 - $2,381

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 535 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0204

$1,328

535 Sq. Ft.

Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6

$1,383 - $2,460

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 585 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

0407

$1,383

585 Sq. Ft.

Now

2 Bedroom Floor Plan B2

$1,594 - $2,763

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 825 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

1805

$1,664

825 Sq. Ft.

Now

1705

$1,654

825 Sq. Ft.

Now

1005

$1,594

825 Sq. Ft.

10/1/25

* 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. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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.

One-Time Move-In Fees

Administrative Fee
$395
Application Fee
$75

Matterport 3D Tours

Property Highlights

Easy access to public transportation
Lobby with WiFi
Steps to Burnham Park, the lake and beach
Expandable Studios Available
Bicycle storage room
Lake and City Views
On-Site Restaurant and Bar
Window Treatments
Bark Park
Evening Door Attendant
Internet Ready
Plush Carpet
24/7 Package Locker Service
Carpeting
Enormous Walk-In Closets
No security deposit
Parcel Pending
Steps to shopping, restaurants and nightlife
Outdoor heated swimming pool
Steps to Beach and Lake
Wood Flooring
Designer Paint Finishes
Grilling Station
Breakfast Bar
Ceiling Fan
Fire Pit
Walk to the University of Chicago

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning
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
Laundry Facilities
Maintenance on site
Package Service
Pool
Property Manager on Site
Public Transportation

Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ^®

Very Walkable85 / 100

Transit Score ^®

Good Transit64 / 100

Bike Score ^®

Biker's Paradise97 / 100

Transit

Commuter Rail

55Th-56Th-57Th Street Station

2 min Drive

Commuter Rail

59Th Street (University Of Chicago) Station

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, Dorchester Commons, and 53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.6 miles away, and Dorchester Commons is within a 16 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 64, The Flamingo Apartments has good 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-6

Private

Children Rendez Vous

Grades K-8

Private

Harte Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

Kenwood Academy High School

Grades 7-12

Public

Univ Of Chicago Lab School

Grades PK-12

Private

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

Contact

Property Address:

5500 S Shore Dr,
Chicago, IL 60637

Phone Number: (219) 600-3516

More Information:

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Office Hours

SundayCLOSED
MondayCLOSED
Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Flamingo Apartments

4.3

73 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

4/23/25

Verified Renter

Living at the Flamingo is great! The staff is amazing and the place really feels welcoming and like home. The apartment is beautiful.

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Thank you for the 5-star review! We sincerely appreciate your compliments to our team and that you're enjoying everything our community has to offer. If there's anything else we can do to enhance your stay, please don't hesitate to let us know.... Thanks again, and welcome home!

3/31/25

Verified Renter

It's a good place to be, and the neighborhood is decent.

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Property Manager at The Flamingo Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for your valued feedback. We appreciate your compliments to our community, and we're glad you're enjoying your stay with us. Your comfort and happiness are our top priority. If there's anything we can do to enhance your overall living... experience, please don't hesitate to let us know.

Thank you for your continued residency. It's truly a pleasure to serve you.

10/20/24

Verified Renter

It's a great place to live, pretty near to the lake!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/18/24

Verified Renter

The facilities are always clean, the manager and the assistant are very nice people, and they are attentive to any concerns.

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Property Manager at The Flamingo Apartments responded to this review

Thank you so much for your review, and your kind compliments to our team and community!

10/2/24

Verified Renter

This place has gone down hill year after year!
Don’t bother pay a little more and live better

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We appreciate hearing from our residents and value your feedback. We are committed to ensuring the satisfaction of our residents and would like to address any specific concerns you may have. If you would like to discuss your experience or provide... more details, please don't hesitate to contact us at 833-242-1815.