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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

5222 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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(844) 494-6592 ext. 7962

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8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue receives strong ratings across various aspects, achieving a Zumper expert rating of 9.7 out of 10, highlighting its appeal to renters. The property excels in pricing, amenities, and location, with ratings of 10 across essential categories, indicating exceptional value and convenience. Notable features include proximity to a highly rated elementary school and an extensive photo gallery, making it a standout choice in its market segment.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5222-1bb1 bed1 bath846 sqft$1,645–$3,043 /mo
5222-2b22 bed1 bath908 sqft$1,740–$3,219 /mo
5222-2b12 bed1 bath913 sqft$1,740–$3,219 /mo
5222-2g2 bed1 bath1,426 sqft$1,945–$3,598 /mo
5222-3b13 bed1 bath1,220 sqft$2,060–$3,987 /mo
5222-3b23 bed1 bath1,410 sqft$2,450–$4,533 /mo

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Amenities for 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Dogs OKFitness Center
Onsite LaundryRecreation Room
Residents Lounge

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceStorage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
Fee$350
Monthly Rent$30

Cat policy

Allowed 
Fee$350
Monthly Rent$30

Required one-time fees

Admin Fee$550
Application Fee$65
Building details

Property details

Year built1925
Units63
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About 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue

This three-story courtyard building is located in Hyde Park, a few blocks from the University of Chicago. A gut rehab was completed in 2011.


Year Built: 1925

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bike storage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

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Es un lugar muy tranquilo, seguro y limpio

Luigi Ramos

Luigi Ramos

Nov 23, 2024

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5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 192 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 294 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 33% higher than 1-bedrooms in Hyde Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue to be 17% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hyde Park.

3-bedroom apartments at 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,524
October 2023$1,502
November 2023$1,507
December 2023$1,565
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
April 2024$1,745
May 2024$1,751
June 2024$1,764
July 2024$1,931
August 2024$1,691
September 2024$1,682
October 2024$1,630
November 2024$1,568
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,523
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,205
October 2023$1,138
November 2023$1,109
December 2023$1,078
January 2024$1,081
February 2024$1,050
March 2024$1,051
April 2024$1,051
May 2024$1,050
June 2024$1,066
July 2024$1,110
August 2024$1,102
September 2024$1,108
October 2024$1,078
November 2024$1,081
December 2024$1,085
January 2025$1,094
February 2025$1,091
March 2025$1,142
April 2025$1,150
May 2025$1,170
June 2025$1,144
July 2025$1,137
August 2025$1,140

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 5222 S Drexel Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$65,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,645.
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Schools near 5222-38 S. Drexel Avenue

Kozminski Community Academy

936 e 54th st

chicago, IL, 60615

PK, K-8Public
C

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

1119 e 46th st

chicago, IL, 60653

PK, K-8Public
C-

Woodlawn Elementary Community School

6657 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-6Public
C

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
C

Christopher Elementary School

5042 s artesian ave

chicago, IL, 60632

K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood

Hyde Park | Chicago, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Chicago near 5222 S Drexel Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5222 S Drexel Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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