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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Expansive facade
  • Slightly projected bay windows

Location

5355 S Cottage Grove Ave # 5361, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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(773) 365-9761

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8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 9.7, reflecting its exceptional amenities, competitive pricing, and prime location. Notable features include an expansive facade and slightly projected bay windows, enhancing its appeal. With a strong value-for-money ranking in the 94.87 percentile and access to essential services and top-rated schools nearby, this property offers an outstanding living experience for renters seeking quality and convenience.

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
5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5355-2bB2 bed1 bath695 sqft$1,795–$2,244 /mo
5355-3bC3 bed1 bath820 sqft$1,995–$2,793 /mo

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Amenities for 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

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

Applicationfee

One-time.

$65

REQUIRED FEES

Adminfee

One-time.

$550

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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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 built1909
Units21
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About 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue

The uniformly colored brick exterior of this Arts and Crafts style edifice is accentuated by geometric terracotta detailing and horizontally oriented masonry setbacks that sweep the eye across the expansive facade, while slightly projected bay windows welcome afternoon sun. Situated on the western end of Hyde Park and just steps from Washington Park, this building provides easy access to the University of Chicago and the cultural centers and museums surrounding.


Year Built: 1909

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
5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove 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 5355-5361 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.
5355-5361 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·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, 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove 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.
5355-5361 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.
5355-5361 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 5355-5361 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.
5355-5361 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.

5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 8 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 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Hyde Park

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hyde Park.

3-bedroom apartments at 5355-5361 S. Cottage Grove Avenue cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,685
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
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,657
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,050
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
October 2025$1,161
November 2025$1,155
December 2025$1,150
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,150
March 2026$1,177

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$71,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near 5355-5361 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 5355 S Cottage Grove Ave # 5361

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 5355 S Cottage Grove Ave # 5361, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants 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 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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