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Cornell Terrace
Property highlights
Cornell Terrace is a delightful sanctuary in Hyde Park, renowned for its exquisite early 1920s architecture and welcoming community. Residents marvel at the property's seamless integration of historic design with modern amenities, such as renovated kitchens and quaint fireplaces. The buzzing local scene provides countless dining and entertainment options just steps away, while the pet-friendly environment highlights the community's love for green spaces. Highly valued for its walkability, the area offers effortless commutes with public transport conveniently accessible. Reviews commend the responsive management, creating an inviting and well-maintained living experience.
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- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds • 3+ Beds • 4 Beds
- Location
- 5430 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago IL 60615, South Side
- Amenities
- On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Cats allowed, Parking, Bike storage, and Media room
- Commute
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Located on the quaint residential street named for Paul Cornell, who began the development of Hyde Park in 1853, Cornell Terrace displays the material sensuality of the era in which it was built. Creamy sandstone details contrast with the red brick facade, with entries and windows marked by keystones characteristic of early 1920's Chicago architecture of these historic Hyde Park Chicago apartments. Colorful foliage along the landscaped entry completes the picturesque palette of these Hyde Park rentals.
Cornell Terrace currently offers 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartments for rent, 4 bedroom apartments for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments. Bike storage, a laundry center, extra storage and gated parking are available.
The Hyde Park neighborhood has everything you need within 1 square mile. Harold Washington Park, The Midway ice rink, The University of Chicago, numerous bookstores, Whole Foods, restaurants on 53rd, 55th and 57th Streets, Harper Court shopping, Harper Movie Theater, Court Theater and more Nobel Prizes per square kilometer than any other neighborhood on Earth.
Let a member of our friendly leasing staff know if you are interested in learning more about our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartments for rent, 4 bedroom apartments for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments at Cornell Terrace.
Cornell Terrace currently offers 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartments for rent, 4 bedroom apartments for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments. Bike storage, a laundry center, extra storage and gated parking are available.
The Hyde Park neighborhood has everything you need within 1 square mile. Harold Washington Park, The Midway ice rink, The University of Chicago, numerous bookstores, Whole Foods, restaurants on 53rd, 55th and 57th Streets, Harper Court shopping, Harper Movie Theater, Court Theater and more Nobel Prizes per square kilometer than any other neighborhood on Earth.
Let a member of our friendly leasing staff know if you are interested in learning more about our 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartments for rent, 4 bedroom apartments for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments at Cornell Terrace.
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Please note leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
Must have 2x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Explore the Area
Trader Joe's
0.1 mi
Morry's Deli
0.1 mi
Open Produce
0.1 mi
Bonne Sante Health Foods
0.2 mi
Whole Foods Market
0.4 mi
Potbelly
0.1 mi
Huaraches Mexican Restaurant
0.1 mi
Thai 55
0.1 mi
Kikuya Japanese Restaurant
0.1 mi
Siam Thai Cuisine
0.1 mi
Lake Park & 54th Street
0.1 mi
Lake Park & 54th Street
0.1 mi
Lake Park & 54th Street
0.1 mi
Lake Park & 54th Street
0.1 mi
5440 S S Hyde Park
0.1 mi
Chicago Fire Department Air Sea Rescue Heliport
5.9 mi
Chicago Midway International Airport
8.6 mi
Gary/Chicago International Airport
15.3 mi
Lansing Municipal Airport
18.2 mi
Tinley Park Helistop
20.0 mi
3 /10
Harte Elementary School
PublicPK-8
315 Students
0.2 mi
3 /10
Murray Elementary Language Academy
PublicK-8
513 Students
0.4 mi
6 /10
Kenwood Academy High School
Public7-12
1,756 Students
0.5 mi
3 /10
Ray Elementary School
PublicPK-8
731 Students
0.6 mi
3 /10
Shoesmith Elementary School
PublicK-6
363 Students
0.7 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Cornell Park
0.1 mi
Spruce Park
0.2 mi
Harold Washington Park
0.4 mi
Nichols Park
0.4 mi
Bixler Park
0.5 mi
The Promontory
0.2 mi
YogaSix Hyde Park
0.2 mi
Anthos Training Club
0.2 mi
Harper Theater
0.3 mi
Hyde Park Neighborhood Club
0.4 mi
Hyde Bark Dog Walking and Pet Care
0.2 mi
A Paw Place
0.2 mi
Pershing Animal Hospital
0.4 mi
Jackson Bark
0.8 mi
Hyde Park Animal Hospital
2.0 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 95 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 64 — 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:
- Lake Park & 54th Street (~0.1 mi)
- 5440 S S Hyde Park (~0.11 mi)
- S Hyde Park & 54th Street (~0.11 mi)
- Lake Park & 55th Street (~0.15 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, virtual tours of Cornell Terrace are available. To schedule a virtual tour of available apartments, please contact (773) 570-2737.
In Chicago, IL, the average rent is $1,881 for a studio, $2,281 for a 1-bedroom, $2,910 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,621 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Chicago, IL, check out our monthly Chicago, IL Rent Report.
Cornell Terrace is located in the South Side neighborhood area of Chicago, IL.
No, Cornell Terrace is not currently offering any move-in specials for new residents.
If you decide to rent an apartment at Cornell Terrace, you can expect to pay the following fees:
- Application Fee: $65
- Move-in Fee: Administrative Fee: $550
If you have a pet, you can also expect to pay the following fees:
- One-time Pet Fee: $250 per pet
- Monthly Pet Rent: $25/month per pet
the following utility costs are included in the rent at Cornell Terrace: Hot Water, Internet, Sewer, Trash, Water
The minimum lease length at Cornell Terrace is 3-24 months. Please note that leases shorter than 12 months often have extra fees.
The income requirement at Cornell Terrace is 2x the rent in total household income (before taxes). Typical income verification documents include pay stubs, bank statements, or W-2/1099 tax forms.
No, Cornell Terrace does not offer furnished apartments. Tenants who rent in Cornell Terrace are expected to furnish the entirety of their apartment.
Cornell Terrace is pet-friendly and allows the following pets: cats. The maximum number of pets per apartment is 2 pets maximum. You can expect to pay the following pet fees at Cornell Terrace:
- One-time Pet Fee: $250 per pet
- Monthly Pet Rent: $25/month per pet
Some of Cornell Terrace's amenities include on-site laundry, patio / balcony, and cats allowed. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The nearest grocery store to Cornell Terrace is Trader Joe's, located about 0.14 away. Other nearby options include Morry's Deli, Open Produce, Bonne Sante Health Foods, and Whole Foods Market.
Nearby schools to Cornell Terrace include Harte Elementary School, Murray Elementary Language Academy, Kenwood Academy High School, Ray Elementary School, and Shoesmith Elementary School. The nearest school is Harte Elementary School, located about 0.2 miles away.
Yes, Cornell Terrace offers parking. Street parking
Gated parking: $100/month. Surface lot. Garage lot.
No, Cornell Terrace does not offer in unit laundry.
No, Cornell Terrace does not offer a pool for residents.
No, Cornell Terrace does not offer accessible apartments.
No, apartments at Cornell Terrace do not include dishwashers.
Yes, residents at Cornell Terrace have access to nearby public transit. The Lake Park & 54th Street stop is about 0.1 miles away.