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5500 S. Cornell Avenue
Property highlights
Nestled in a popular neighborhood on the South Side, the property at 5500 S. Cornell Avenue stands out for its vibrant surroundings and remarkable convenience. Residents rave about the plethora of nearby restaurants, cafes, and shopping options, all within walking distance. Easy access to public transportation, including CTA buses and Metra, ensures quick trips to downtown Chicago and the University of Chicago. The property management is highly praised for providing exceptional services such as 24/7 emergency maintenance and a centralized resident services center, enhancing the resident experience. With amenities like granite counters, hardwood floors, and a gym, it epitomizes comfort and style. Plus, its pet-friendly policy and proximity to parks make it perfect for animal lovers and those who appreciate the outdoors.
- 4 units available
- Studio • 3+ Beds • 4 Beds
- Location
- 5493 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago IL 60615, South Side
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
- Price range
- $1,199 - $2,395 per month
- Commute
Price and Availability
5500 S. Cornell Avenue apartments start at $1,199/month. There are 4 available apartments priced from $1,199 to $2,395. Prices were last verified by 5500 S. Cornell Avenue 2 hours ago.
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Unit 000209
Avail. Jan 25
$1,199
Unit 000311
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$1,250
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You'll love the convenience of having a variety of restaurants, cafes, banks and fitness centers just steps away from your new home in our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartment for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments.
Mac Properties owns and manages 90+ apartments in Hyde Park Chicago. We are deeply engrained in our community. Living in a Mac property means that you get a team of people dedicated to your building's maintenance and your resident needs. Residents in this Hyde Park rental receive 24/7 emergency maintenance service, a centralized resident services center, and an app for service requests, neighbor conversation, and local event information.
As for things to do and places to go around Hyde Park, there is a never-ending list. If you get tired of the restaurants on our block, just walk two blocks in either direction to get many more options on 53rd and 57th streets. If you are more into preparing your own meals, the Hyde Park Farmers Market, Open Produce Marker, Whole Foods, Treasure Island and Hyde Park Produce are all in within a mile of your apartment.
Contact our leasing office for more information on 5500 S. Cornell Avenue, including next steps on how to arrange a tour to see our variety of floor plans available, including our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartment for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments.
Mac Properties owns and manages 90+ apartments in Hyde Park Chicago. We are deeply engrained in our community. Living in a Mac property means that you get a team of people dedicated to your building's maintenance and your resident needs. Residents in this Hyde Park rental receive 24/7 emergency maintenance service, a centralized resident services center, and an app for service requests, neighbor conversation, and local event information.
As for things to do and places to go around Hyde Park, there is a never-ending list. If you get tired of the restaurants on our block, just walk two blocks in either direction to get many more options on 53rd and 57th streets. If you are more into preparing your own meals, the Hyde Park Farmers Market, Open Produce Marker, Whole Foods, Treasure Island and Hyde Park Produce are all in within a mile of your apartment.
Contact our leasing office for more information on 5500 S. Cornell Avenue, including next steps on how to arrange a tour to see our variety of floor plans available, including our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartment for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments.
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Please note leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
Must have 2x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Cats, dogs
rent
$25/month per pet
limit
2 pets maximum
fee
$250 per pet
restrictions
Aggressive breeds; No weight limit
Explore the Area
Open Produce
0.1 mi
Morry's Deli
0.1 mi
Trader Joe's
0.2 mi
Bonne Sante Health Foods
0.3 mi
Whole Foods Market
0.5 mi
Siam Thai Cuisine
0.1 mi
The Snail
0.1 mi
Litehouse Whole Food Grill
0.1 mi
Huaraches Mexican Restaurant
0.1 mi
Thai 55
0.1 mi
55th Street & Hyde Park
0.1 mi
S Hyde Park & 55th Street
0.1 mi
S Hyde Park & 55th Street
0.1 mi
S Hyde Park & 55th Street
0.1 mi
S Hyde Park & 55th Street
0.1 mi
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
5.8 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport
8.6 mi
Gary/Chicago International Airport
15.2 mi
Lansing Municipal Airport
18.1 mi
Tinley Park Helistop
19.9 mi
3 /10
Harte Elementary School
PublicPK-8
315 Students
0.1 mi
3 /10
Murray Elementary Language Academy
PublicK-8
513 Students
0.4 mi
3 /10
Ray Elementary School
PublicPK-8
731 Students
0.5 mi
6 /10
Kenwood Academy High School
Public7-12
1,756 Students
0.6 mi
3 /10
Shoesmith Elementary School
PublicK-6
363 Students
0.8 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Cornell Park
0.1 mi
Spruce Park
0.3 mi
Harold Washington Park
0.5 mi
Nichols Park
0.5 mi
Bixler Park
0.5 mi
The Promontory
0.3 mi
YogaSix Hyde Park
0.3 mi
Anthos Training Club
0.3 mi
Harper Theater
0.4 mi
Hyde Park Neighborhood Club
0.5 mi
Hyde Bark Dog Walking and Pet Care
0.1 mi
A Paw Place
0.4 mi
Pershing Animal Hospital
0.5 mi
Jackson Bark
0.7 mi
Hyde Park Animal Hospital
1.9 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 92 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 65 — Offers reasonable public transit options nearby.Public Transit Access
The South Side area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 10 nearby routes: 9 bus, 1 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- 55th Street & Hyde Park (~0.04 mi)
- S Hyde Park & 55th Street (~0.06 mi)
- 5440 S S Hyde Park (~0.1 mi)
- Lake Park & 55th Street (~0.12 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5500 S. Cornell Avenue has 4 units available starting at $1,199 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Chicago, IL, the average rent is $1,907 for a studio, $2,304 for a 1-bedroom, $3,018 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,635 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Chicago, IL, check out our monthly Chicago, IL Rent Report.
Some of 5500 S. Cornell Avenue's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and granite counters. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
5500 S. Cornell Avenue is not currently offering any rent specials.
Yes, 5500 S. Cornell Avenue is pet-friendly.
Yes, 5500 S. Cornell Avenue offers parking.
Yes, 5500 S. Cornell Avenue offers units with in unit laundry.
No, 5500 S. Cornell Avenue does not have a pool.
No, 5500 S. Cornell Avenue does not have accessible units.
No, 5500 S. Cornell Avenue does not have units with dishwashers.