Presidential Towers
555 W Madison St,
Chicago, IL 60661
$1,738 - $5,570
Studio - 2 Beds
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Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt
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Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt
6949 S Dante Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60637
Leasing Office:
6417 Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
2 Weeks Ago
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Highlights
- Loft Layout
- Security System
- Gated
About Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt
Residences consist of 32 two-story townhomes in brick buildings restored to their original simple, modern design. Each townhome includes two or three bedrooms, a kitchen, bathrooms, central air conditioning, state-of-the-art amenities and energy efficient features. The centerpiece of DA + HC is the on site Art Center, under the leadership of Rebuild Foundation. Rebuild is a community-based non-profit using arts and culture programming to reimagine urban neighborhoods. The organization is located nearby at 69th and Dorchester and heads programming for artist Theaster Gates’ Dorchester Projects. Dorchester Projects are Gates’ on-going work in creating placemaking that reimagines the role of art in underserved neighborhoods. Rebuild and Gates have collaborated together to bridge arts, culture and community in DA + HC’s Art Center. dorchester4 On Site Art Center Supplementing the arts programming, Rebuild and Gates have developed relationships with local art organizations such as the Hyde Park Arts Center, Little Black Pearl, and Urban Gateways. Rebuild is also engaging local area schools for their participation and collaboration.
Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60637 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chicago Public Schools attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Security System
- Walk-Up
- Gated
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Loft Layout
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Loft Layout
6949 S Dante Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60637
Leasing Office:
6417 Ellis Ave,
Chicago,
IL
60637
Located directly southwest of Jackson Park, Grand Crossing residents have quick access to this popular city park on the coast of Lake Michigan with public beaches, museums, golf course, and more. Grand Crossing is a quiet, affordable neighborhood 10 miles south of downtown Chicago, and less than 10 miles from the Chicago Midway International Airport.
This relaxing refuge from downtown is located off of I-90, giving residents convenient access to major highways. Residents and tourists alike enjoy the iconic Stony Island Arts Bank. This historic building, an abandoned bank until 2015, offers a gallery, archive, library, and community center that’s a true piece of South Side history.
Learn more about living in Grand Crossing
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Grand Crossing | Chicago, IL | |
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| Studio | $977 | $1,640 |
| 1 Bedroom | $907 | $2,041 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,158 | $2,567 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,389 | $3,076 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 7.7 mi |
Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt is within 5 minutes or 2.3 miles from University of Chicago. It is also near Chicago State University and Ill. Inst. of Technology.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
460 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
237 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
760 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
581 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Chicago include Cottage Grove Station, located 2.1 miles from Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt. Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt is near Chicago Midway International, located 10.4 miles or 20 minutes away, and Chicago O'Hare International, located 27.5 miles or 43 minutes away.
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.1 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 20 min | 10.4 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 43 min | 27.5 mi |
Walkability Near Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 100
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Jackson Park
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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South Shore Cultural Center
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Arthur Ashe Beach Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi |
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Midway Plaisance Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Museum of Science and Industry
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Jackson Park, South Shore Cultural Center, and Midway Plaisance Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is Jackson Park Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 18 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 30 min | 16.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 44 min | 28.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 55 min | 34.6 mi |
Dorchester Artist + Housing Collaborative Apt has 3 military bases within 34.6 miles, the nearest is National Guard Armory which is 16.1 miles away and a 30 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
6949 S Dante Ave
Chicago, IL 60637