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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Fitness center
  • Bike storage
  • Extra storage

Location

5220 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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Leasing office

(872) 259-8887

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Thursday 8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Drexel Grand has a strong overall rating, combining a competitive price, standout amenities, excellent location, and high quality with a trustworthy listing. It also offers practical features like a dishwasher, hardwood floors, fitness center, bike storage, and extra storage, plus value-driven perks such as 10 photos and a high value-for-money percentile.

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

9.2
Excellent
Drexel Grand 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

dga-0baStudio1 bath350 sqft$1,245–$1,645 /mo4 units available
dga-1ba1 bed1 bath460 sqft$1,399–$1,495 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Drexel Grand

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center
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 Drexel Grand

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park Drexel Grand

Once an elegant hotel, these Hyde Park Chicago apartments at 5220 South Drexel Avenue have been restored to capture the original flavor of its 1920's character. Classic intertwining circular details from the era adorn the facade and prominent canopy. You'll experience a dramatic sense of formal entry as you step under the newly reproduced copper canopy- an exact duplicate of the original- that distinguishes your home from other Hyde Park Chicago apartments. Our Drexel Grand apartments in Hyde Park have hardwood floors, a dishwasher, bike storage, fitness center and extra storage available. The building is situated close to public transportation and major access routes. You’ll love the convenience of having a variety of restaurants, cafes and transportation options near your new home in our 1 bedroom apartments for rent and Hyde Park studio apartments. Contact our leasing office for more information on Drexel Grand, including next steps on how to arrange a tour to see our variety of f


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
Drexel Grand 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Drexel Grand
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Drexel Grand is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Hyde Park. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Drexel Grand goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Drexel Grand 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.
Drexel Grand 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.
Drexel Grand 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 Drexel Grand.
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.
Drexel Grand 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

My son lives here

Othelia Farrow

Othelia Farrow

Aug 17, 2023

Very friendly

Daven Smith

Daven Smith

Jan 23, 2023

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Drexel Grand is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Drexel Grand compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Extra storage
In-unit features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

Studio apartments at Drexel Grand cost about 4% more than the average rent price for studios in Hyde Park.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,605
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
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,650
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,067
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$1,241
September 2026$1,224
October 2026$1,197

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,245.
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Schools near Drexel Grand

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-

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-

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
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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 5220 S Drexel Ave

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
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

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

Points of interest for 5220 S Drexel Ave, Chicago

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

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

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some 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 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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