Regents Park
5035 S East End Ave,
Chicago, IL 60615
$1,740 - $3,505
Studio - 3 Beds
Area Guide
University of Chicago Chicago, IL
UChicago’s stately campus forms the crown jewel of the Hyde Park neighborhood
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Urban
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Walkable
Consistently recognized as one of the top universities in the nation, the University of Chicago enjoys a reputation for prestige and superior educational opportunities, and serves as a cultural and intellectual hub for one of America’s signature cities. In addition to the university’s tremendous academic and research capabilities, the campus is home to some of Chicago’s finest arts venues, including the Smart Museum of Art, the Renaissance Society, the Court Theatre, and the Oriental Institute Museum. The campus is surrounded on three sides by lush green spaces, with the stunning Washington Park and Jackson Park connected by the Midway Plaisance. Rail service connects the campus to the broader city, making it a breeze to explore the Windy City at your leisure. While Chicago’s lakefront is not known for cheap rent, the area near UChicago is full of surprisingly affordable apartments and condos, with those in the Hyde Park and Woodlawn neighborhoods providing the closest access to the university.
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Chicago, IL is $1,646 for a studio, $2,047 for one bedroom, $2,587 for two bedrooms, and $3,092 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chicago has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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439 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,646/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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659 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,047/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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920 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,587/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,190 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,092/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly University of Chicago - Chicago, IL (University) is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Daily Essentials
University of Chicago - Chicago, IL (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 10 Minute Walk
Groceries
80
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
60
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
60
/ 100
Recreation
University of Chicago - Chicago, IL (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Great Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
80
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in University of Chicago - Chicago, IL (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
40
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Somewhat Noisy
Quiet Score
80
/ 100
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Schools
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Grades PK-8
702 Students
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
Public
Grades K-8
642 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
605 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
557 Students
Public
Grades K-8
462 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
702 Students
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
Public
Grades K-8
642 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
605 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
557 Students
Public
Grades K-8
462 Students
Von Steuben Metro Science High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,669 Students
Northside College Preparatory High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,059 Students
Hancock College Preparatory High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,043 Students
Chicago High School For The Arts
Public
Grades 9-12
572 Students
Phoenix Military Academy High School
Public
Grades 9-12
366 Students
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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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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Midway Plaisance Park
- Museum of Science and Industry
- Washington Park
- Jackson Park
- South Shore Cultural Center
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.