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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Gated parking
  • Laundry center
  • Bike storage
  • Red brick facade
  • Extra storage
  • Quaint residential street

Location

5430 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

Leasing office

(833) 754-7414

Open 

8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Cornell Terrace is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, pointing to a well-balanced rental option. It also stands out for its value metrics and photo count, while features like gated parking, a laundry center, bike storage, extra storage, and a red brick facade add to its appeal on a quiet residential street. Pet-friendly conveniences nearby further enhance its practicality.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Cornell Terrace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cornell Terrace has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

crter0bbStudio1 bath411 sqft$1,275 /mo1 unit available
crter0bdStudio1 bath411 sqft$1,350 /mo
crter2bd2 bed2 bath853 sqft$2,010 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Cornell Terrace

Apartment Amenities

Renovated Kitchen

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage

Other

Extra Storage Available
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

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About Cornell Terrace

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park Cornell Terrace

Located on the quaint residential street named for Paul Cornell, who began the development of Hyde Park in 1853, Cornell Terrace displays the material sensuality of the era in which it was built. Creamy sandstone details contrast with the red brick facade, with entries and windows marked by keystones characteristic of early 1920's Chicago architecture of these historic Hyde Park Chicago apartments. Colorful foliage along the landscaped entry completes the picturesque palette of these Hyde Park rentals. Cornell Terrace currently offers 1 bedroom apartments for rent, 2 bedroom apartments for rent, 3 bedroom apartments for rent, 4 bedroom apartments for rent, and Hyde Park studio apartments. Bike storage, a laundry center, extra storage and gated parking are available. The Hyde Park neighborhood has everything you need within 1 square mile. Harold Washington Park, The Midway ice rink, The University of Chicago, numerous bookstores, Whole Foods, restaurants on 53rd, 55th and 57th Str


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Cornell Terrace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Cornell Terrace has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Cornell Terrace
Price·9A 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.
Cornell Terrace stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Cornell Terrace is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Cornell Terrace is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While Cornell Terrace does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 1 highest rated

I have been living with Mac properties for almost 3 years now. The team really cares for their tenants and the job done by the maintenance team is spot on. Mac properties lives up to what they price for the unit. Thank you Mac Team. Keep spreading your love :)

Suma Tiruvayipati

Suma Tiruvayipati

May 13, 2019

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Cornell Terrace is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 Cornell Terrace compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 114 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

Studio apartments at Cornell Terrace cost about 7% more than the average rent price for studios in Hyde Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Cornell Terrace to be 8% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,929
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$1,516
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,113
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$1,142
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,500/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,500 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,312.
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Schools near Cornell Terrace

Bret Harte Elementary School

1556 e 56th st

chicago, IL, 60637

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

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-
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Getting around Chicago near 5430 S Cornell Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 5430 S Cornell Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

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

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 5430 S Cornell Ave

Trader Joe's
1528 E 55th St
Whole Foods Market
5118 S Lake Park Ave
Harper Foods
1455 E 57th St
Zaleski & Horvath MarketCafe
1323 E 57th St
Valley of Jordan
1009 E 53rd St

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