Houses Illinois Cook County Chicago Woodlawn 5550 S Dorchester Ave

$1,592 / Month

5550 S Dorchester Ave

Chicago, IL 60637

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Beds	Baths	Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br	1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba	709 SF

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About This Property

Hyde Park: Dorchester @ 56th 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom - Hardwood floors throughout - Granite countertops and white cabinetry - Stainless steel appliances incl. dishwasher - Gas and high speed WiFi are included in the rent price - Bedroom easily accommodates a queen sized bed with plenty of closets - Stunning lake and city views (select units). Great natural light! - Brand new fitness center and laundry are in the building - Cat friendly - Steps away from the closest Metra station - Conveniently located in the epicenter of the neighborhood!

5550 S Dorchester Ave is a house located in Cook County and the 60637 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.

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Neighborhood

Woodlawn is a suburb of Chicago on the southern coast of Lake Michigan. Harbors, lagoons, parks, golf courses, and public beaches fill this area with all of its coastal charm. Jackson Park is a community hub for outdoor recreation and spreads across 540 acres. It’s equipped with fitness facilities, gardens, and public beach access. The beach is called 63rd Street Beach and is one of the most popular spots in town. Nearby, you’ll find the Jackson Park Golf Course and Driving Range. There’s even a Jackson Bark, the community dog park for residents’ furry friends. Churches, schools, restaurants, and more reside in Woodlawn. Part of the University of Chicago is located in the neighborhood, specifically their Law School. If you’re looking for a great coffee shop with an Indie vibe, visit Robust Coffee Lounge on South Woodlawn Avenue. For a historic diner and soul food classics, residents flock to Daley’s Restaurant.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds	Average Size	Lowest	Typical	Premium
Studio Studio Studio	408 Sq Ft	$800	$1,333	$2,201
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed	631-635 Sq Ft	$700	$1,464	$2,315
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds	1048 Sq Ft	$965	$1,674	$2,814
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds	1453 Sq Ft	$1,470	$2,096	$3,200
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds	1445 Sq Ft	$1,650	$2,600	$4,350

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
University of Chicago	Walk:	18 min	1.0 mi
Ill. Inst. of Technology	Drive:	11 min	5.3 mi
Chicago State University	Drive:	14 min	6.3 mi
Columbia College Chicago	Drive:	15 min	7.8 mi

5550 S Dorchester Ave is within 18 minutes or 1.0 mile from University of Chicago. It is also near Ill. Inst. of Technology and Chicago State University.

Schools

Ray Elementary School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

495 Students

Attendance Zone

Kenwood Academy High School

Public Middle & High School

Grades 7-12

2,338 Students

Attendance Zone

Hope College Prep High School

Public High School

Grades 9-11

Attendance Zone

Univ Of Chicago Lab School

Private Elementary, Middle & High School

Grades PK-12

2,188 Students

Nearby

St. Thomas the Apostle Elementary School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

302 Students

Nearby

Childrens House Of Miss Tammie

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-1

21 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Chicago include Cottage Grove Station, located 0.8 mile from 5550 S Dorchester Ave. 5550 S Dorchester Ave is near Chicago Midway International, located 9.2 miles or 18 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 26.5 miles or 42 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Cottage Grove Station	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
King Drive Station	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Garfield Station (Green Line)	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
69Th Street Station	Drive:	9 min	4.0 mi
63Rd Street Station	Drive:	10 min	4.9 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
63Rd Street Station	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
59Th Street (University Of Chicago) Station	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
55Th-56Th-57Th Street Station	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
Stony Island Station	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Bryn Mawr Station	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
Chicago Midway International	Drive:	18 min	9.2 mi
Chicago O'Hare International	Drive:	42 min	26.5 mi

Walkability Near 5550 S Dorchester Ave Chicago, IL 60637

Somewhat Walkable

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Out of 100

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

Good Transit

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Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

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Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 5550 S Dorchester Ave.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Southeast Food & Liquor	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi
Family Plaza	Walk:	18 min	0.9 mi
Hyde Park Shopping Center	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi

5550 S Dorchester Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 4-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Jackson Park	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Midway Plaisance Park	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Museum of Science and Industry	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Washington Park	Drive:	4 min	2.2 mi
South Shore Cultural Center	Drive:	7 min	2.6 mi

5550 S Dorchester Ave has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Jackson Park, Midway Plaisance Park, and Museum of Science and Industry.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
The University of Chicago Medical Center	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Jackson Park Hospital	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
St. Bernard Hospital	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi

5550 S Dorchester Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.3 miles, the nearest is The University of Chicago Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 3 minute drive.