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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Racquetball court
  • Modern amenities
  • Game room
  • Dance studio
  • Public parks

Location

5535 S Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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(312) 667-2558

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8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5535 S. Kimbark Avenue earns a strong 9.4 out of 10 overall, with standout marks for location, quality, amenities, price, and trustworthiness. It offers modern features like a fitness center, racquetball court, game room, and dance studio, along with access to public parks and transit-friendly, walkable surroundings. Pros include many photos and close access to a top-rated elementary school, while it is especially noted for social life and pet friendliness.

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

9.4
Excellent
5535 S. Kimbark 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5535-1bA1 bed1 bath588 sqft$1,945–$2,588 /mo
5535-2bA2 bed1 bath653 sqft$2,450–$3,308 /mo

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Amenities for 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry
Recreation RoomResidents Lounge

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units19
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About 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue

5535 S. Kimbark, a close knit yet spacious apartment community with a beautiful brick facade, is centrally located in one of Chicago's most historic and happening neighborhoods- Hyde Park. Just two blocks from the University of Chicago and two blocks from 53rd Street Corridor's eclectic mix of restaurants, shops and apartments, there isn't a reason not to love these Hyde Park apartments and their prime location. 5535 S. Kimbark's building offers new, modern amenities within the classic context of a historic architecture. These Hyde Park rentals offer 1 bedroom apartments for rent and 2 bedroom apartments for rent. We hope you find our apartments in Hyde Park located at 5535 S. Kimbark to be a top-rated option for your new home, and enjoy the spacious 1 bedroom apartments for rent and 2 bedroom apartments for rent available. Let us know if there is anything our team at Mac Properties can do to help you with your hunt for Hyde Park apartments! Mac Properties owns and manages 90+ Hyde Park Apartments in Chicago. There is never a lack of things to do in our Hyde Park neighborhood, as we have a plethora of museums, restaurants, bookstores, and public parks. Within 2 miles of 5535 S. Kimbark is Washington Park, totaling 366.84 acres, featuring two gymnasiums, a photography lab, dance studio, racquetball court, fitness center, game room, and multi-purpose rooms. The park also includes a nature area, a Harvest Garden, lagoon, aquatic center, three playgrounds, basketball/ tennis courts, baseball, football, soccer, cricket, and softball fields. As if that were not enough- these Hyde Park apartments are within a mile of the Hyde Park Art Center, the oldest alternative art venue in the city dedicated to the visual arts, with frequent events like artist talks, poetry readings, and music performances.


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.
9.4
/10
Excellent
5535 S. Kimbark 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 Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue
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.
5535 S. Kimbark Avenue 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·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.
5535 S. Kimbark Avenue 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, 5535 S. Kimbark 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.
5535 S. Kimbark 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.
5535 S. Kimbark 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 5535 S. Kimbark 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.
5535 S. Kimbark 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.

5535 S. Kimbark Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • The area has transit options
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 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 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 19% higher than 1-bedrooms in Hyde Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue to be 32% more 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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Schools near 5535 S. Kimbark Avenue

Ray Elementary School

5631 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
B-

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 5535 S Kimbark 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

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5535 S Kimbark Ave, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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