




- Student Housing
- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,695-$3,595 Pricing
- 421–1,173 Square Feet
About 5550 S Dorchester
Welcome to 5550 S Dorchester, a stunning high-rise in the heart of Hyde Park, Chicago. Our beautifully designed studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments offer the ideal blend of comfort and style, perfectly complementing the vibrant energy of this historic neighborhood. Step inside your new home and enjoy modern finishes, including sleek stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinetry, and elegant granite countertops in select units. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood your space with natural light and offer breathtaking views of Lake Michigan or the charming tree-lined streets below—your private escape above the city. Life at 5550 S Dorchester goes beyond your front door. Stay active in our fully equipped fitness center, fire up the grill in our outdoor BBQ area, or challenge friends to a game of bags in the backyard. With keyless and intercom entry, coming and going is effortless. Nestled just steps from the University of Chicago, you'll have the best of Hyde Park right at your fingertips—boutique shops, cozy cafes, scenic parks, and renowned cultural attractions like the Museum of Science and Industry. Plus, downtown Chicago is just a quick trip away, offering endless opportunities for work and play. Come experience the perfect blend of urban convenience and serene living at 5550 S Dorchester. Schedule your personal tour today and see what makes our community truly special.
5550 S Dorchester is located in the Hyde Park Neighborhood and 60637 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by Shared Apartment Services LLC
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- (872) 338-0192
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Office Hours
| Monday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 11:00 am–4:00 pm |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
5550 S Dorchester offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,695 and having 421–1,173 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability 55500b07 421 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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$1,695
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,695 Available Now 0104 609 Unit 0104 Amenities and Features
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Apartment Unit: 0104Apartment Model: 55501b1$1,6951 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 609 sq ftAvailable Now55501b03
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,735 Available Now 1103 602 $1,745 Available Now 0703 602 $1,930 September 1, 2026 1403 602 Model Amenities and Features
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- $1,735
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- $1,735 - $1,930
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- $1,745
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- $1,735 - $1,930
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- $1,930
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Apartment Model: 55501b03From $1,7351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
55501b03 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 1103Apartment Model: 55501b03$1,7351 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 0703Apartment Model: 55501b03$1,7451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 1403Apartment Model: 55501b03$1,9301 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable September 1, 202655501b04
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos View Details $1,885 Available Now 1304 602 $1,875 Available Now 1204 602 $1,745 September 1, 2026 0604 602 Model Amenities and Features
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- $1,885
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- $1,745 - $1,885
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- $1,875
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- $1,745 - $1,885
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- $1,745
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- $1,745 - $1,885
Apartment Model: 55501b04From $1,7451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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55501b04 - Floorplan 8 Apartment Unit: 1304Apartment Model: 55501b04$1,8851 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Unit: 1304 - Image 7 Apartment Unit: 1204Apartment Model: 55501b04$1,8751 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Unit: 1204 - Image 7 Apartment Unit: 0604Apartment Model: 55501b04$1,7451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026![]()
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From $1,765
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos Floorplan View Details $1,915 Available Now 0202 602 $1,845 Available Now 0602 602 $1,765 Available Now 1002 602 Model Amenities and Features
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- $1,765 - $2,365
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- $1,765 - $1,915
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- $1,915
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- $1,765 - $2,365
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- $1,845
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- $1,765 - $2,365
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- $1,765
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- $1,765 - $2,365
Apartment Model: 55501b02From $1,7651 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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55501b02 - Floorplan 10 Apartment Unit: 0202Apartment Model: 55501b02$1,9151 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Unit: 0202 - Floorplan 9 Apartment Unit: 0602Apartment Model: 55501b02$1,8451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Unit: 0602 - Image 9 Apartment Unit: 1002Apartment Model: 55501b02$1,7651 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Unit: 1002 - Image 9 55501b01
From $1,850
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftAvailable NowLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,280 Available Now 0301 622 $1,850 September 3, 2026 0901 622 Model Amenities and Features
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- $1,850 - $2,280
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- $2,280
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- $1,850 - $2,280
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- $1,850
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- $1,850 - $2,280
Apartment Model: 55501b01From $1,8501 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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55501b01 - Floorplan 9 Apartment Unit: 0301Apartment Model: 55501b01$2,2801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 0901Apartment Model: 55501b01$1,8501 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 622 sq ftAvailable September 3, 202655501b05
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability 55501b05 602 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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Apartment Model: 55501b05Call For Rates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftUnavailable![]()
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability 55501b06 602 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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Apartment Model: 55501b06Call For Rates1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftUnavailable![]()
55501b06 - Floorplan 2 Bedrooms
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$2,585
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 866 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Photos $2,585 Available Now 1208 866 Unit 1208 Gallery
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- $2,585
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- $2,585
Apartment Model: 55502b08$2,5852 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 866 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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55502b08 - Floorplan 10 Apartment Unit: 1208Apartment Model: 55502b08$2,5852 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 866 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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$3,595
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1173 sq ftAvailable NowLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $3,595 Available Now 1501 1173 Model Amenities and Features
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- $3,595
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- $3,595
Apartment Model: 55502b2$3,5952 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1173 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
55502b2 - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 1501Apartment Model: 55502b2$3,5952 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1173 sq ftAvailable Now55502b8a
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability 55502b8a 709 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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Apartment Model: 55502b8aCall For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 709 sq ftUnavailable![]()
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability 55502b09 937 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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Apartment Model: 55502b09Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 937 sq ftUnavailable![]()
55502b09 - Floorplan 55502b1
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Call for Availability 55502b1 964 sq ft Model Amenities and Features
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Apartment Model: 55502b1Call For Rates2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 964 sq ftUnavailable![]()
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Property Information
- 124 Units
- 14 Stories
- Built in 1948
Lease Terms
- 12 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$65.00
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$550.00
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Cat FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$350.00
- Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
- Dog
- Dog FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$350.00
- Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$35.00/mo
None
Akita, Belgian Malanois, Presa Canario, Irish Wolf Hound, Dogo Argentino, Chow, Rottweiler, Pit Bull, Alaskan Malamute, Doberman Pinscher, German Shephard, Siberian Husky, Bull Terrier, Wolf Hybrid, American Staffordshire Terrier
Max of 2.
Storage Fees
- Storage Unit
- Storage DepositiCharged per unit.$0.00
- Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$0.00/mo
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Features and Amenities
Interior Features
- Windows

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- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
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- Parks
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Getting Around
90 / 100 Exceptionally walkable
90 / 100 Exceptional public transit
90 / 100 Exceptionally bikeable
50 / 100 Fairly car friendly
Getting to Know the Area
80 / 100 Restaurants
70 / 100 Cafes
60 / 100 Nightlife
70 / 100 Shopping
90 / 100 Parks
60 / 100 Noise Level
Frequently Asked Questions about 5550 S Dorchester
Where is 5550 S Dorchester located?
5550 S Dorchester is located at 5550 S Dorchester Ave near the Hyde Park area of Chicago, IL
What is the current rent range at 5550 S Dorchester?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at 5550 S Dorchester currently range from $1,695 to $3,595
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for 5550 S Dorchester are
- Monday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
- Tuesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm
- Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday 11:00 am–4:00 pm
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Renters Reviews and Ratings
Don’t live here
Theft, Pest, No management
AVOID AT ANY COST PLEASE
Terrible Place to Live, Good location
5550 Dorchester
Nearby Schools
Ray Elementary School
Kenwood Academy High School
About GreatSchools Data on ApartmentHomeLiving.com.
Points of Interest
Time and distance from 5550 S Dorchester.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
Aldi
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Jewel-Osco
Save-A-Lot
Hospitals
Hotspots
Parks and Recreation
5550 S Dorchester has 5 parks within 8.0 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Wendella Boats, and Oak Street Beach.
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
5550 S Dorchester has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.
Transit Stations
59th Street (University of Chicago) Station-Metra Electric Line
55th-56th-57th Street Station-Metra Electric Line
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Studio Apartments | $2,037 | $595 | $9,999 |
| Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $640 | $9,168 |
| Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $762 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,714 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,449 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments | $16,913 | $7,000 | $10,000+ |
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