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  • Pet Friendly

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5300 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA|Hyde Park
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Management

Mac Properties

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(312) 800-1737

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8:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

5300 S. Drexel Avenue is rated exceptionally well overall, with top marks for price, amenities, location, and quality, plus a strong trust score. It also stands out for having a resident lounge, nearby schools, 26 photos, and local pet care resources, making it a well-rounded option with strong convenience and value.

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

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, 5300 S. Drexel Avenue is one of the top properties in Hyde Park. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

5300d2bd2 bed1 bath677 sqft$1,805 /mo1 unit available
5300d2bc2 bed1 bath681 sqft$1,905 /mo1 unit available
5300d2ba2 bed1 bath707 sqft$1,980 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 5300 S. Drexel Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningFurnished
Furnished UnitStone Counters

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave

Building

Business CenterCats OK
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Resident LoungeResidents Lounge

Services

Closet
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

Units37

About 5300 S. Drexel Avenue

HomeApartments in ChicagoHyde Park 5300 S. Drexel Avenue

These recently renovated Hyde Park Chicago apartments at 5300 S. Drexel Avenue are the ideal location for students attending the University of Chicago. Design-inspired furniture, a welcoming resident lounge, collaborative business center and good karma are included in the rent of this 3-story walk-up. All you really need to bring is you. These Hyde Park apartments have 1 bedroom apartments for rent and 2 bedroom apartments for rent as well as Hyde Park studio apartments available. We hope you find these functional flats to be a welcoming new home, and enjoy the spacious studio, 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 rentals! Mac Properties owns and manages 90+ Chicago Apartments in Hyde Park. We are engrained in the fabric of this community and plan to stay here for the years to come. Living at 5300 S. Drexel Avenue means that you get a te


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.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, 5300 S. Drexel Avenue is one of the top properties in Hyde Park. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated 5300 S. Drexel 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.
5300 S. Drexel 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·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.
5300 S. Drexel Avenue 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, furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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. Drexel 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.
5300 S. Drexel 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 5300 S. Drexel 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.
5300 S. Drexel 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.

5300 S. Drexel Avenue 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 5300 S. Drexel Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.4 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

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Rent trends in Hyde Park

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5300 S. Drexel Avenue to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Hyde Park.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Hyde Park
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,717
A table of studio rental data trends in Hyde Park
MonthMedian Rent
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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Can I afford to live at 5300 S Drexel Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,905.
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Schools near 5300 S. Drexel 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 5300 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

9/10
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 5300 S Drexel Ave, Chicago

Groceries

8/10
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

7/10
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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