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The Flamingo Apartments

5500 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly RentBedroomsBathrooms
$1,109 - $3,334Studio - 2 1 Bath

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio Floor Plan S2

$1,218 - $2,447
Studio, 1 Bath
445 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1502
$1,273
445
Now
0702
$1,218
445
5/4/25
1002
$1,233
445
5/24/25

Studio Floor Plan S1

$1,109 - $2,180
Studio, 1 Bath
340 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0210
$1,109
340
Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2

$1,314 - $2,605
1 Bed, 1 Bath
380 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0103
$1,314
380
Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1

$1,332 - $2,464
1 Bed, 1 Bath
580 Sq. Ft.

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Jul. 1
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0708
$1,332
580
7/1/25

2 Bedroom Floor Plan B1

$1,634 - $3,334
2 Beds, 1 Bath
790 Sq. Ft.

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May. 2
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0606
$1,634
790
5/2/25
1806
$1,724
790
5/3/25
0706
$1,639
790
5/31/25

2 Bedroom Floor Plan B2

$1,579 - $3,058
2 Beds, 1 Bath
825 Sq. Ft.

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Jun. 17
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0405
$1,579
825
6/17/25
* 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

Property Highlights

  • *Dishwashers
  • Bicycle storage room
  • Lake and City Views
  • On-Site Restaurant and Bar
  • Window Treatments
  • Easy access to public transportation
  • Lobby with WiFi
  • Steps to Burnham Park, the lake and beach
  • Outdoor heated swimming pool
  • Steps to Beach and Lake

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Crown Molding
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Refrigerator

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Business Center
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Dog Park
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Gas Range
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site

Nearby Colleges & Universities

University of ChicagoDrive: 3 min (1.4 mi)
Ill. Inst. of TechnologyDrive: 11 min (5.1 mi)
Columbia College ChicagoDrive: 13 min (6.6 mi)
Chicago State UniversityDrive: 18 min (8.2 mi)
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Area Scores

Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83
Out of 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63
Out of 100
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
97
Out of 100

Transit

Commuter Rail
55Th-56Th-57Th Street Station
2 min Drive
Metra Electric Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Airport
Chicago Midway International
19 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 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 63, 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.

Schools

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Futureworld Nfp

Grades PK-6

Private

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Children Rendez Vous

Grades K-8

Private

6 rating

Harte Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Public

7 rating

Kenwood Academy High School

Grades 7-12

Public

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Univ Of Chicago Lab School

Grades PK-12

Private

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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.

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
  • Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • 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 - 5:00 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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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.

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