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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

5801 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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Leasing office

(312) 471-9729

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8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Cloisters earns a strong expert rating for its overall quality, balancing comfort, convenience, and well-maintained spaces. Residents can appreciate its notable features and practical pros, including appealing on-site amenities and a location that works well for a variety of lifestyles.

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

7.3
Very Good
Cloisters is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

clo-1b1a1 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$2,550 /mo1 unit available
clo-1b1b1 bed1 bath1,040 sqft$2,599 /mo1 unit available
clo-1b1c1 bed1 bath1,050 sqft$2,599 /mo1 unit available
clo-2b2a2 bed2 bath1,290 sqft$3,599 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Cloisters

Apartment Amenities

Built-in ShelvesRenovated Bathroom
Renovated KitchenView

Appliances

Gas Range

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorOnsite Laundry
Resident LoungeResidents Lounge
Video Intercom

Grounds

Storage

Services

Package Service

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 Cloisters

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park Cloisters

Live on campus and walk to your classroom, office or lab. Apartments in The Cloisters have been coveted by generations of UChicago faculty and students. The neo-gothic architecture and sophisticated interiors (in excellent condition) provide the quintessential UChicago experience. Apartment sizes range from large 1-bedroom suites to 6-bedroom homes with formal dining rooms, fireplaces, sitting parlors. Semi-private elevators and small courtyard provide a boutique apartment community experience. The smartest renters live at The Cloisters. Literally. More Nobel laureates have called Cloisters their home than any other apartment building in the world.


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.
7.3
/10
Very Good
Cloisters is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Cloisters
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at Cloisters is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
Amenities·10A 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.
Cloisters stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Cloisters is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While Cloisters does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

This review is for Ruth Hamilton - Chicago: Ruth is an excellent MAC Properties representative! She is exceptionally helpful and considerate with every question I have. She is extremely prompt with replies and answers. Ruth is very empathetic of first-time renters. If I could, I would definitely hire Ruth; she is most definitely worthy of recognition and reward. Sincerely, Daniel Ouimet

Dan and Barb Ouimet

Dan and Barb Ouimet

Jun 21, 2022

Juan helps us so much

Charlotte Rose LaMotte

Charlotte Rose LaMotte

Nov 10, 2022

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Cloisters is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this 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 Cloisters compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 388 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 295 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
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
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Priced higher than average
2-bedrooms are $1774 more than the median rent in this area
Priced higher than average
1-bedrooms are $1083 more than the median rent in this area
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 39% higher than 1-bedrooms in Hyde Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Cloisters to be 61% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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
July 2026$1,663
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
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
July 2026$1,233

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $103,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $2,599.
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Schools near Cloisters

Ray Elementary School

5631 s kimbark ave

chicago, IL, 60637

PK, K-8Public
B-

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

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-
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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 5801 S Dorchester Ave

Walking

8/10
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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5801 S Dorchester 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

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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