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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Large windows
  • Easily accessible
  • Carved-wood banisters
  • Art nouveau style
  • Hand-laid arts and crafts style mosaic floors
  • Bright, updated interiors

Location

5053 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Kenwood
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Management

Mac Properties

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Leasing office

(872) 313-4422

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Wednesday 8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5053 S. Ellis Avenue presents a compelling opportunity for renters, highlighted by its impressive Zumper expert rating of 9.5 and exceptional quality and location ratings of 10. Its array of notable features, including large windows and arts and crafts style finishes, enhances its appeal, while a competitive price rating illustrates a strong value proposition. Additionally, the property is positioned among 43 photos showcasing its appeal and is recognized for pet friendliness due to nearby amenities catering to pets.

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

9.5
Excellent
5053 S. Ellis Avenue is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5053-3bC3 bed2 bath1,485 sqft$2,480–$4,588 /mo

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Amenities for 5053 S. Ellis Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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

Applicationfee

One-time.

$65

REQUIRED FEES

Adminfee

One-time.

$550

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$2,480–$4,588

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet

$350

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet

$0

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet

$350

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet

$0

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Building details

Property details

Year built1921
Units16
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About 5053 S. Ellis Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoKenwood 5053 S. Ellis Avenue

Experience the craftsmanship of early 20th century architectural details: hand-laid Arts and Crafts style mosaic floors, carved-wood banisters and wrought-iron balustrades marked by the flowery emblems of the Art Nouveau style. With bright, updated interiors and natural hardwood floors throughout, these apartments are an ideal space in which to make your home. Large windows provide natural light and ventilation. Limited on-site parking is available. Nearby public transportation and major highways, coupled with the University of Chicago's complimentary shuttle service make the property easily accessible not just to the University, but to the entire city.


Year Built: 1921

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.
9.5
/10
Excellent
5053 S. Ellis Avenue is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5053 S. Ellis 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.
5053 S. Ellis 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·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, 5053 S. Ellis Avenue 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5053 S. Ellis 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.
5053 S. Ellis 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 5053 S. Ellis 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.
5053 S. Ellis 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.

5053 S. Ellis Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 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 5053 S. Ellis Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 3-bedroom is 385 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
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Kenwood

3-bedroom apartments at 5053 S. Ellis Avenue cost about 59% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Kenwood.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Kenwood
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in Kenwood
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,258
December 2023$1,250
January 2024$1,299
February 2024$1,305
March 2024$1,235
April 2024$1,280
May 2024$1,415
June 2024$1,352
July 2024$1,427
August 2024$1,141
September 2024$1,269
October 2024$1,344
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,113
January 2025$1,079
February 2025$1,141
March 2025$1,127
April 2025$1,160
May 2025$1,183
June 2025$1,164
July 2025$1,359
August 2025$1,447
September 2025$1,503
October 2025$1,305

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$99,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,200 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,480.
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Schools near 5053 S. Ellis Avenue

Reavis Elementary Math & Science Special School

834 e 50th 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

Thomas Early Childhood Center

3625 s hoyne ave

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 5053 S Ellis Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
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

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

Points of interest for 5053 S Ellis Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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