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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Projecting bays
  • Bold brick facade

Location

5401 S Cottage Grove Ave # 5409, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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Leasing office

(312) 634-6703

Open 

8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, location, and quality, along with solid amenities and trustworthiness. Its bold brick facade and projecting bays add character, while the nearby middle school, extensive photo gallery, and pet-friendly area resources contribute to its appeal.

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, 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5401C2bb2 bed1 bath910 sqft$1,995 /mo1 unit available
5401C3ba3 bed1 bath1,040 sqft$2,350 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor
Stone CountersWood Floring

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$350

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

Dog

Dog Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$350

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

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Building details

Property details

Units21
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About 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

Standing on a corner just across the street from Washington Park, this property makes a distinct visual statement: Bold brick facade, marked by simple geometric terra cotta detailing, marks the best of the Arts & Crafts Movement. Mission rooflines peak the projecting, undulating bays capturing light and creating shadows that cast an ever-changing rhythm against the facade while allowing light and fresh air to stream in any time of day.


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, 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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.
5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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.
5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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, 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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.
5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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.
5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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.
5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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.

5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital 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 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hyde Park.

3-bedroom apartments at 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove Avenue cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,142
September 2025$1,150
October 2025$1,161
November 2025$1,155
December 2025$1,150
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,150
March 2026$1,177
April 2026$1,259
May 2026$1,308
June 2026$1,239
July 2026$1,235
August 2026$1,239

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$79,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,975.
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Schools near 5401-5409 S. Cottage Grove 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

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-

South Shore Fine Arts Elementary School

1415 e 70th st

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, 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 5401 S Cottage Grove Ave # 5409

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
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

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 5401 S Cottage Grove Ave # 5409, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
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

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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