University of Chicago

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UChicago’s stately campus forms the crown jewel of the Hyde Park neighborhood

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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 December 2024, the average apartment rent in Chicago, IL is $1,484 for a studio, $1,844 for one bedroom, $2,339 for two bedrooms, and $2,819 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chicago has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 442 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,484/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 660 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,844/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 922 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,339/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,179 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,819/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

83

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

66

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

77

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

Public

Grades K-8

604 Students

10
out of 10

Haines Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

529 Students

10
out of 10

Skinner North Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

490 Students

10
out of 10

Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

451 Students

10
out of 10

Prescott Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

404 Students

10
out of 10

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy

Public

Grades K-8

604 Students

10
out of 10

Haines Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

529 Students

10
out of 10

Skinner North Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

490 Students

10
out of 10

Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

451 Students

10
out of 10

Prescott Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

404 Students

10
out of 10

Jones College Prep High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,941 Students

10
out of 10

Payton College Preparatory High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,233 Students

10
out of 10

Northside College Preparatory High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,040 Students

10
out of 10

Hancock College Preparatory High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,013 Students

10
out of 10

Devry Advantage Academy High School

Public

Grades 11-12

135 Students

10
out of 10

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