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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • 24/7 emergency maintenance
  • Bike storage
  • Vibrant neighborhood
  • Large windows
  • Tree-lined avenue

Location

5508 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Hyde Park
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Mac Properties

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Leasing office

(708) 329-3196

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8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5508 S. Cornell Avenue presents an impressive living option, highlighted by an overall Zumper expert rating of 9.7 and a price rating of 10, reflecting excellent value for its competitive pricing. Its notable features include hardwood floors, large windows, and 24/7 emergency maintenance, complemented by a vibrant neighborhood and tree-lined avenues. The property is well-situated, earning perfect scores in location and quality, making it highly appealing for those prioritizing convenience and amenities, including pet-friendliness with several services nearby.

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, 5508 S. Cornell 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5508-4bD4 bed3 bath1,920 sqft$3,299–$10,200 /mo

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Amenities for 5508 S. Cornell Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Bike StorageCats OK
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingStorage
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 built1910
Units3
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About 5508 S. Cornell Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park 5508 S. Cornell Avenue

5500 S. Cornell apartments are located on Hyde Park's Restaurant Row where you can find a variety of international cuisines for every palette. This small property consists large 4 bedroom apartments for rent located on the tree-lined avenue named for Paul Cornell, who initiated the development of Hyde Park in 1853. Our 4 Bedroom apartment include dishwashers, washers/dryers, large windows for natural light, hardwood floors, back porches and more. 24/7 emergency maintenance service, a dedicated resident services center, bike storage, and an app for service requests, neighbor conversation, and local event information. Nearby CTA bus stop, Metra station and the University of Chicago's complimentary shuttle service make the property easily accessible not just to the university of Chicago, but to the entire city. 5508 S. Cornell sits at the heart of a vibrant neighborhood, as Hyde Park is brimming with museums, restaurants, bookstores, public parks, and even beaches. Nearby is Jackson park, a beautiful stretch of land accompanied by series of lagoons designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, with several trails along the water.


Year Built: 1910

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, 5508 S. Cornell 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 5508 S. Cornell 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.
5508 S. Cornell 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.
5508 S. Cornell Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5508 S. Cornell 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.
5508 S. Cornell 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.
5508 S. Cornell 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 5508 S. Cornell 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.
5508 S. Cornell 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.

5508 S. Cornell Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 6 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 5508 S. Cornell Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

4-bedroom apartments at 5508 S. Cornell Avenue cost about 93% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,523
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$1,516
September 2025$1,450
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,207
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$1,142
September 2025$1,150

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$131,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $131,960 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,299.
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Schools near 5508 S. Cornell Avenue

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

Christopher Elementary School

5042 s artesian ave

chicago, IL, 60632

K-8Public
C
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Getting around Chicago near 5508 S Cornell Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5508 S Cornell Ave, Chicago

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
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

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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