5623 S. Dorchester, Chicago
Offers
About the Property
5623 S. Dorchester is located at 5623 S. Dorchester Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637, United States, in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The property offers 4-bedroom apartments spanning around 1,634 sq. ft. The University of Chicago is around 0.6 miles away, making it possible to reach campus in 13 minutes on foot.
Chicago is one of the largest student cities in the US, with an estimated population of 2,731,585 in July 2025. For students searching for student apartments in Chicago, Hyde Park offers the advantage of being close to a major university campus while still having its own cafés, restaurants, green spaces, cultural attractions, and local businesses. The property also has a Walk Score of 91/100 and a Transit Score of 65/100, making the area particularly convenient for students who prefer walking, cycling, or public transport. Chicago's latest NeighborhoodScout data gives the city a Crime Index of 4/100, where 100 represents the safest level; this figure reflects 2024 FBI crime data released in 2025, rather than a neighborhood-specific safety score.
Features
5623 S. Dorchester provides 4-bedroom apartments designed around shared student living. The 4 Bed 2 Bath apartments include a private room, plus a shared bathroom and kitchen. The student housing in Chicago also offers well-equipped student apartments with a balcony, high ceilings, carpeted bedrooms, hardwood living areas, and a dining room. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, and a microwave, while the in-unit washer and dryer add everyday convenience.
At 5623 S. Dorchester Chicago, students have access to a laundry center, in-unit washer and dryer, and extra storage space. The smoke-free property keeps everyday living simple.
Location and What's Hot?
Living at 5623 S. Dorchester puts students in Hyde Park, one of Chicago's best-known university neighborhoods. The University of Chicago is only about 0.6 miles away. Students living at 5623 S. Dorchester have access to several higher-education institutions nearby, including Illinois College of Optometry, around 3.9 miles away, Illinois Institute of Technology, about 4.1 miles away, and VanderCook College of Music, approximately 4.3 miles from the property. The University of Chicago Medical Center is approximately 1.2 miles from 5623 S. Dorchester Avenue, taking around 3 minutes by car. Nearby pharmacy options include Jewel-Osco Pharmacy on S Cottage Grove Avenue and DCAM Pharmacy on S Maryland Avenue. There’s plenty to explore in Hyde Park between classes. Along 57th Street, you’ll find independent cafés, restaurants, bookstores, and local shops. For groceries, Harper Foods is about 0.2 miles from the 5623 S. Dorchester Chicago student housing, and Trader Joe’s is roughly 0.3 miles away. Head to 53rd and 55th Streets for more places to eat and shop.
Bixler Playlot and Park is about 0.1 miles away, with Washington Park and Midway Plaisance also within reach. Jackson Park, the lakefront and the Museum of Science and Industry offer plenty of options for a walk, bike ride or weekend visit. The University of Chicago Medical Center is approximately 1.2 miles away, around a 3-minute drive, while Provident Hospital of Chicago is about 2 miles away. Hyde Park has cafés, takeaways, and restaurants serving food from around the world. You can stop for coffee between classes or meet friends for dinner nearby. The 5623 S. Dorchester student housing also has a 9.3/10 cycling score, according to Walk Score and Local Logic.
Commute
To get around Chicago from 5623 S. Dorchester without a car, it will take a short walk to the 55th-56th-57th Street Metra Electric station (a 7-minute walk from the apartment). There is also the CTA – the Cottage Grove Station is a mile and a half away, and the Garfield Station on the Green Line is a mile and three-quarters away. Additionally, local CTA buses run through Hyde Park and connect to the surrounding neighborhood and the downtown area. Drive times will depend on traffic. For flights, Chicago Midway International Airport is roughly 8.6 miles from the 5623 S. Dorchester apartments, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport is approximately 25.6 miles away. With the University of Chicago nearby and Metra stations within walking distance, this student housing in Chicago puts campus, local shops, and transport links within reach for everyday trips and weekends.
Amenities
Shared Community And Utilities
Security
Room Types (1)
Non Ensuite
4 Bed 2 Bath
House Rules
Payment and Fees
Guarantor Requirement
1. You need to provide a valid US based guarantor to book a room with the property. 2. The property does not accept international guarantors.
Mode Of Payment
Credit Card, Debit Card, and Bank Transfer.
Booking Deposit
1. You need to pay an administration fee (non refundable) ranging between $350 - $650, to secure your room with the property. 2. Additionally, you will be required to pay an application fee (non refundable) of $50 at the time of booking.
Additional Fees
If you do not have a good credit then you will be required to pay an assurance fee of $500 at the time of booking.
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5623 S. Dorchester, Chicago
