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1642-1660 E 56th St, Chicago, IL 60637
(844) 620-7660
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Windermere House

1642-1660 E 56th St
Chicago, IL 60637
(844) 620-7660
Windermere House in Chicago, IL - Building Photo
  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,815-$3,765Pricing
  • 514–1,348Square Feet

About Windermere House

Originally one of Chicago's most luxurious 1920's apartment hotels, Windermere House was designed to be the most sophisticated and elegant residence of its day. Today, it remains a testament to that vision. Carefully preserved and restored original plaster, wood, terrazzo, terra cotta, brass, copper and bronze details of French and Italian Renaissance styles combine with a myriad of modern amenities to create a remarkable coalescence of contemporary living in a timelessly refined atmosphere. Overlooking Jackson Park, it's ideally located for easy access and within walking distance from the University of Chicago, restaurants and shopping.

Windermere House is located in the Hyde Park Neighborhood and 60637 Zip code of Chicago, IL. This community is professionally managed by MAC Property Management

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24hr Front Desk
  • bike storage
  • On-site Dry Cleaning
  • On-site Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Pets Allowed

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Windermere House offers Studio to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,815 and having 514–1,348 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

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    Studio, 1 Bath, 514 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availabilitywind0bT9514 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    windbt14

    Studio, 1 Bath, 546 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availabilitywindbt14546 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    windbT15

    Studio, 1 Bath, 612 sq ft
     
    Largest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilitywindbT15612 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
  • 1 Bedroom

    windbT13

    From $1,815

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 621 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,815Available NowwindbT13621 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,815 - $3,765

    wind1bT2

    From $2,115

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 805 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,115Available Now0802805

    Unit 0802 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Range

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Views
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0802 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,115

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,115 - $3,913

    windbT18

    From $2,145

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 643 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,145Available Now0818643

    Unit 0818 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Views
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0818 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,145

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,145 - $3,968

    windbT19

    From $2,255

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 841 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,255Available Now0819841

    Unit 0819 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Range

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Views
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0819 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,255

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,255 - $4,172

    wind1bT6

    From $2,355

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 1032 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,355Available Now02061032
    $2,455Available Now10061032

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,355 - $4,542

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,355 - $2,455

    Unit 0206 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Range

    Living Space

    • Dining Room
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0206 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,355

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,355 - $4,542

    Unit 1006 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Dining Room
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 1006 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,455

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,355 - $4,542

    windbT20

    From $2,115

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 768 sq ft
    Available Sep 30

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,115 September 30, 20250520768

    Unit 0520 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Range
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Dining Room
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Views
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0520 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,115

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,115 - $3,913

    wind1bT3

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 660 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availabilitywind1bT3660 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    windbT16

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 685 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilitywindbT16685 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    wind1bT1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 745 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availabilitywind1bT1745 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    windbT10

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 761 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilitywindbT10761 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 2 Bedrooms

    wind2bT4

    From $3,025

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1221 sq ft
    Available Sep 30

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,025 September 30, 202503041221

    Unit 0304 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Living Space

    • Dining Room
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Views
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unit 0304 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,025

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,025 - $5,596

    windbT12

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1039 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilitywindbT121039 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Storage Space

    wind2bT7

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1039 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availabilitywind2bT71039 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    windbT11

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1140 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilitywindbT111140 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    windbT17

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1223 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilitywindbT171223 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    wind2bT5

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1346 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for Availabilitywind2bT51346 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 3 Bedrooms

    wind3bT8

    From $2,975

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1348 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,975Available Now02081348
    $3,130Available Now03081348
    $3,275Available Now09081348

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,975 - $6,114

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,975 - $3,275

    Unit 0208 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0208 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,975

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,975 - $6,114

    Unit 0308 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0308 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,130

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,975 - $6,114

    Unit 0908 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Walk-In Closets

    Unique Features

    • Renovated Bathroom
    • Renovated Kitchen

    Unit 0908 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,275

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,975 - $6,114
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 228 Units
  • 12 Stories
  • Built in 1923

Lease Terms

  • 3 - 9 mo, 11 - 15 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Application Fee Per Applicant$65
Administrative Fee$550

Pet Policy and Fees

Reptiles

  • Fees Not Specified

Cats

  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $350 Fee

Dogs

  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $350 Fee
Restrictions:

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
Garage Parking

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • 24hr Front Desk
  • bike storage
  • On-site Dry Cleaning
  • On-site Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Pets Allowed

On-Site Services

  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Package Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage

Interior Features

  • Storage Space
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1642-1660 E 56th St, Chicago, IL 60637

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Saturday8:00 am–6:00 pm
Sunday8:00 am–6:00 pm

Getting Around

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

64 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Windermere House

Where is Windermere House located?

Windermere House is located at 1642-1660 E 56th St near the Hyde Park area of Chicago, IL

What is the current rent range at Windermere House?

Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Windermere House currently range from $1,815 to $3,305

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Windermere House 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 8:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Sunday 8:00 am–6:00 pm

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Windermere House Apartments are 3.5% cheaper than the average apartment in the Hyde Park area, and 12.83% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Hyde Park Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,815$1,934-$119-6.2%
    2 Bedroom$3,025$2,615+$41015.7%
    3 Bedroom$2,975$3,717-$742-20.0%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Chicago

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,815$2,338-$523-22.4%
    2 Bedroom$3,025$2,986+$391.3%
    3 Bedroom$2,975$3,600-$625-17.4%

    Methodology: On 09/17/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 861 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Windermere House (Hyde Park), and 27828 other apartment communities in Chicago using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/17/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0
5 Renters Reviews
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  • The Right Place at the Right Time

    August 14, 2015
    Historical building, large rooms and various floor plans, Laundry on every floor with enclosed parking. Front desk staff is professional, friendly with concierge qualities. Move-in rate is so affordable, it will make you exhale. Close to beach, museum and transportation to everywhere in Chicago. Obvious efforts to restore the original infrastructure style of the building but with current conveniences. "Love It!"
    Review from Apartments.com
  • Native New Yorker

    August 26, 2015
    As a native New Yorker there's a certain flavor I look for, not only in an apartment but also in a nieghborhood. The Windamere and Hyde Park had everything I was Looking for!!! The front desk Concierge is amazing...they always greet you and your guest warmly, and they're always available and willing to help. Power in the buiding was briefly interrupted just after my husband got on the elevator...Kim at the front desk was so concerned if he was stuck that she flew up 9 flights to check that ...
    he'd made it up!!!! The hallways, staircases (perfect for large furniture) and apartments are more than spacious with classic touches that you just dont find in new construction, the dressing rooms with additional built in closets are my favorite apartment features. The views are great, wether it's the lake, tree lined drive or the museum-cant beat it. There's a laundry room on each floor-three elevators-free hot cofee downstairs in the morning, a really nice gym .....and most important its quiet!!!! YOU DONT HEAR ANYONE UPSTAIRS, DOWNSTAIRS OR NEXT DOOR-its wonderful!!!! Hyde Park is a deverse neighborhood bursting with culture, good food and jazz. This is our third apartment in Hyde Park and I finally feel like Im home. The neighbors are friendly, there's a bakery and resteraunt downstairs (you dont even have to go outside to get there, its built in) especially when you're not in the mood to cook....I could go on, but look do yourself a favor...take a minute and take a tour its worth it!!!
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • All the closet space a girl could want

    July 20, 2015
    My studio in Windermere House is everything I could have asked for. The kitchen is beautiful (just refinished), the carpet is beige but spotlessly clean, and the bathroom has a huge bathtub perfect for soaking yourself in on those candle and book reading nights. Also, even though it's a studio, it has "dressing room" with tons of drawers and shelves. It holds all my clothes with room for more (and I wouldn't consider my wardrobe small). Plus, a huge walk-in closet with built in shelves and ...
    bookcases (!) on the front of the doors. Electricity, gas, and super fast wifi (slow wifi is free) not included in rent, which is pricey but it's worth it, because you're right next to a bus stop that gets you to downtown in 20 minutes and you live in Hyde Park, a lovely neighborhood with awesome cultural diversity and TWO used bookstores. Highly recommend. One caveat (and the reason for a four star rating): I did not have a good experience with the leasing company, MAC Apartments, during the lease signing process. Make sure all your expectations are clearly stated and not ignored, and please communicate over the phone with them if possible, NOT through email. Lesson learned on my part.
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    Review from Apartments.com
  • The views are amazin...

    August 28, 2014
    The views are amazing and the high ceilings make the apartments feel spacious!
    Review from Apartments.com
  • It has the charm tha...

    August 28, 2014
    It has the charm that comes with the old buildings and the company is always making improvements.
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Harte Elementary School

Chicago Public Schools
1556 East 56th Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (330 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away
6/10

Kenwood Academy High School

Chicago Public Schools
5015 South Blackstone Avenue
Public School - Grades 7-12 (2338 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
5/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Windermere House.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Buckingham Fountain

S Columbus Drive
12 minute drive / 5.88 miles away

National Museum of Mexican Art

1852 W 19th St
14 minute drive / 6.59 miles away

Cloud Gate

Millennium Park
14 minute drive / 6.79 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

1533 E 67th St
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Autozone

6401 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
5 minute drive / 1.99 miles away

Aldi

7800 S South Chicago Ave
5 minute drive / 2.62 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Chicago

5801 S Ellis Ave
2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

Illinois Institute of Technology

10 West 35th Street
8 minute drive / 3.92 miles away

Chicago State University

9501 S. King Drive
11 minute drive / 5.2 miles away

Groceries

Jewel-Osco

6014 S Cottage Grove Ave
4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

Save-A-Lot

813 E 47th St
5 minute drive / 1.87 miles away

Hospitals

The University Of Chicago Medical Center

5841 South Maryland
3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

Provident Hospital Of Chicago

500 E 51st St
5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

Jackson Park Hospital

7531 S Stony Island Ave
4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away

Hotspots

Supernatural Chicago

632 N. Dearborn
16 minute drive / 7.6 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Shedd Aquarium

1200 S Lake Shore Dr Chicago
11 minute drive / 5.51 miles away

Millennium Park

201 East Randolph Street
14 minute drive / 6.86 miles away

Funhouse Maze

600 E. Grand Avenue
15 minute drive / 7.13 miles away

Windermere House has 5 parks within 8.1 miles, including Shedd Aquarium, Millennium Park, Funhouse Maze, Wendella Boats, and Oak Street Beach.

Restaurants and Dining

Villain's Bar and Grill

649 S Clark St
13 minute drive / 6.35 miles away

Greek Islands

200 S Halsted
15 minute drive / 7.07 miles away

Dick's Last Resort

435 E Illinois
15 minute drive / 7.22 miles away

Shopping Centers

Hyde Park Shopping Center

1546-1554 E 55th St
1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Dorchester Commons

1400 E 53rd St
2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

53 Kimbark Shopping Plaza

1204 E 53rd St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

Windermere House has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

Transit Stations

55th-56th-57th Street Station-South Shore Line

5651 S Lake Park Ave
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

55th-56th-57th Street Station-Metra Electric Line

5630 S Lake Park Ave
1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

59th Street (University of Chicago) Station-Metra Electric Line

S Harper Ave and E 59th St
1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Chicago Studio Apartments $1,863$575$8,711
Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,338$750$9,750
Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,986$850$10,000+
Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments $3,600$788$10,000+
Chicago 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,859$650$10,000+
Chicago 5 Bedroom Apartments $9,772$1,650$10,000+
Chicago 6 Bedroom Apartments $26,595$10,000$10,000+

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