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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

5300 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Washington Park
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Management

CYM Living LLC

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Leasing office

(833) 370-1391

Property Overview

5300 S Michigan stands out for its excellent overall rating, strong quality and trustworthiness, and especially its impressive amenities and convenient location. It also offers useful photo coverage and pet-friendly outdoor spaces, with nearby access to a pet supply store; grocery and public transit are farther away.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5300 S Michigan is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5300 S Michigan has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment3 bed1 bath850 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 5300 S Michigan

Apartment Amenities

1st FloorBalcony

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

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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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Administration Fee

Monthly.

$15

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Parking Fee

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 parking fees max.

$25

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units25
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About 5300 S Michigan

HomeApartments in ChicagoWashington Park 5300 S Michigan

This 25 unit building in Washington Park, Chicago features great amenities. Walking distance to Dunkin Donuts, Family Dollar, Washington Park, and Peach's at Currency Exchange Cafe. Commute easily via CTA Green Line or Red Line at Garfield and CTA bus lines 3, 29, & 55. Pets are welcome! Call today to schedule your showing.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 5300 S Michigan is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5300 S Michigan has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5300 S Michigan
Price·6A 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.
5300 S Michigan is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
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, 5300 S Michigan 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.
5300 S Michigan 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.
5300 S Michigan 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 5300 S Michigan.
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.
5300 S Michigan 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.

5300 S Michigan is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet supply store 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 5300 S Michigan 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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Washington Park

3-bedroom apartments at 5300 S Michigan cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Washington Park.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Washington Park
Chicago
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,205
September 2024$2,235
October 2024$2,200
November 2024$2,118
December 2024$1,961
January 2025$1,932
February 2025$1,991
March 2025$2,036
April 2025$2,050
May 2025$2,040
June 2025$2,012
July 2025$2,172
August 2025$2,064
September 2025$1,986
October 2025$1,940
November 2025$1,952
December 2025$1,950
January 2026$1,997
February 2026$2,041
March 2026$2,232
April 2026$2,219
May 2026$2,257
June 2026$2,198
July 2026$2,192
August 2026$2,181
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Washington Park
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,050
September 2024$1,050
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,090
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,131
February 2025$1,162
March 2025$1,104
April 2025$1,049
May 2025$1,027
June 2025$1,099
July 2025$1,130
August 2025$1,143
September 2025$1,136
October 2025$1,128
November 2025$1,165
December 2025$1,148
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,150
March 2026$1,142
April 2026$1,182
May 2026$1,222
June 2026$1,300
July 2026$1,225
August 2026$1,259

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 5300 S Michigan

Beethoven Elementary School

25 w 47th st

chicago, IL, 60609

PK, K-8Public
C-

Bronzeville Classical Elementary School

8 w root st

chicago, IL, 60609

K-6Public
A-

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

Chicago Commons Paulo Freire Center

1653 west 43rd st

chicago, IL, 60609

PKPublic
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Getting around Chicago near 5300 S Michigan Ave

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5300 S Michigan Ave, Chicago

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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