Hyde Park

Chicago's Historical Neighborhood
One of Chicago's most beloved neighborhoods, Hyde Park effortlessly combines modern flair with a rich historical background. The neighborhood proudly flaunts the fact that they have more Nobel Prize winners per square kilometer than any other place on earth! Though extremely studious, residents of Hyde Park know how to let loose and have a great time. Savor delectable cuisine at the upscale A10 or feel the heat of Caribbean passion at Ja' Grill. Hit the bar at Cove Lounge for nightly drink specials or go to Woodlawn Tap to wash down delicious burgers with hand crafted beers! Take your special someone to Promonotory Point for spectacular views of the Chicago skyline. Neighborhood residents insist its one of the most romantic spots in the city. Hyde Park is an exciting place to live no matter what your tastes are!
What Hyde Park Residents
Think About Their Apartments
overall
7.7
value
7.8
amenities
6.0
social
6.0
management
7.0
safety
7.3
Median rents in Hyde Park
Studio
$
900
1 Bedroom
$
1,450
2 Bedroom
$
1,950

Living in
Hyde Park

Walkable
Good Restaurants
Pretty Safe
Nice
Diverse
Easy Commute
Quiet Neighborhood
Proximity To Amenities
Hyde Park — 7.9/10 Rating (based on 135 neighborhood reviews)
Hyde Park is a historic neighborhood with a lot of local flavor and a defensible restaurant / bar scene. Plus, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and Target all recently opened locations here, so there's an abundance of grocery store options.

I personally loved living close to campus, for access both to Harper Center and to the broader UChicago campus. I feel much more integrated with the rest of the university as a result of proximity and availability.
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Haymarket House
I don't get why people dislike Hyde Park so much. Although, to be fair, I do not go out much and when I do, I have a car. But, I really like being able to walk to school everyday rather than have to commute. Plenty of grocery options, especially now that trader joe's is open. Decent number of restaurants around and they're good; nothing spectacular. As for safety, be aware and don't walk by yourself at 2am; use common sense and you'll be fine.
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5434 South Woodlawn Ave
If I manage to catch the bus, it's about 15 minutes during busy times of the day or like 9 minutes at non-busy times. I can also walk to school in about 20 minutes, so it's not bad even if I miss the bus or if there are too many people already on the bus so it just drives by without even stopping (which happens frequently before 10 am). I've never had any problems where I live, and I regularly walk around at very odd hours like 3 am or whatever. Of course, I don't recommend doing that. It only takes once.
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The convenience of getting to campus cannot be beat. I feel relatively safe as a young woman here. I have never been robbed thus far. Thankfully there are lots of police officers. I get my groceries at hyde park produce and whole foods, which are both pretty convenient. The 172 is great. I just wish it ran later at night for late classes.
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5118 S Dorchester Ave
Hyde park is just the best! It has really blossomed over the past 5 years that I've been living there. It has really become home for me. I have lived on Blackstone, Cornell, Woodlawn, and now Kenwood. Each experience has been awesome. I have felt comfortable and safe at all times - even with my late night walks/runs. My favorite feature of course is Lake Michigan! There's something about Hyde Park's lake front that i just adore!
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Hyde Park Manor Condominium
There's a lot going on off of 53rd. Good restaurants (A10, Promentory, Yusho) and even some worthwhile fast food (Native Foods, Chipotle). There are two grocery stores (Hyde Park Produce is phenomenal), and almost everything else (a hardware store, an office supply store in the Treasure Island shopping center, some doctors' offices off of 55th). Down on 57th there are some other good restaurants (Medici) and 57th Street Books is a cornerstone. Hyde Park even just got an improv comedy place (The Revival) on 57th.

In short, there's enough going on in Hyde Park not to feel isolated, but it's far enough away from the city not to feel suffocated.
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The Versailles
Hyde Park is gentrifying pretty hard, which means there's an interesting mix of local-character-type places and new-high-end places.

The safety concerns tend to be way overblown. There's literally an officer on every corner. Just keep some situational awareness and everything'll be ok.

Hyde Park Produce has amazing selection and prices for fresh foods. It can be a bit annoying to get other stuff, because the main options are HPP, Treasure Island, or a delivery service, all of which are overpriced.

Most of the high end housing is clustered along the lake, especially between 51st and 55th. You can get some a LOT of bang for your buck south of the Midway, but that comes with its own tradeoffs. The Woodlawn-Ellis-53rd-55th area is mostly standard 3-story apartment buildings with a good compromise of location, quality, price.
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5415 S Woodlawn
When you think of South Side Chicago, you don't think of Hyde Park. It's really nice, however it can quickly turn into a dangerous place if you venture too far away from the neighborhood. I've overall enjoyed the neighborhood very much. It has a lot of culture to learn from. If it's good enough for President Obama it's good enough for me.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is pretty nice and generally feels safe, but it is still pretty close to the South Side. It's important to be aware when walking around at night or on your own. Campus police has a big presence in the neighborhood so there's that. There's a decent selection of restaurants, and it's pretty cool to be living in the same neighborhood in which President Obama used to live.
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The Shoreland
I grew up here so, super biased. Hyde Park is nice because everything you need is here - groceries, gyms, friends, etc. It is basically a tiny bikeable suburb, where you can take the train into the city if you'd like. The university transportation support with the shuttles is also really nice
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Great neighborhood. 53rd street is very safe. Security at every corner and University buses run up and down it all day. Also very close to many food/grocery options.

You may a premium for the amenities/convenience, but excellent location if you’re okay with bus commute or biking
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Vue53
It's not the first place I would have liked to live, but it's closest to the university. The biggest drawbacks are that there are no traditional grocery stores or affordable food options. It is nice to be close to the lake and promontory point.
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Everett Hyde Park
I like Hyde Park. I'm close to everything on 53rd, and most of the time I don't feel unsafe. I'm also close enough to Kenwood that I can walk/run there for a more quiet, less busy experience. Kenwood Park is the best.
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Ivy at Fairfax
Hyde Park is great to be in for 1L since you'll need to be at the law school *all the time.* It's charming, but really there's not a whole lot going on here. The lack of good restaurants is really brutal.
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The Shoreland
I love living in Hyde Park and will probably live here again for 2L. It’s nice to be close to the law school and to the majority of your classmates and you can access other neighborhoods quite easily
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The Shoreland
I love Hyde Park. I love living near the lake at prices that are much more affordable than comparable places downtown. There are so many shops within walking distance now.
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The Shoreland
Hyde park is the neighbourhood near the University of Chicago, so majority of people living there are affiliated with the university. It is a very vibrant neighborhood.
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University Park Condominium Association
It is close to the University of Chicago, so it is very convenient. Nevertheless, there are not a lot of options for entertainment and food within the neighborhood.
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Flamingo Aparments
I like living in Hyde Park a lot for 1L year. The convenience to school is great. It can be hard for going out and dating because it's a trek to get downtown.
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5330 S Blackstone Ave
I really like living in Hyde Park, especially for 1L. It can feel really disconnected from the main city, but when I'm doing school 5/7 days, it's perfect.
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5330 S. Blackstone
It's right next to Trader Joe's and Walgreens, and just a few blocks away from all of the stores/restaurants in Hyde Park (i.e. on 57th and 53rd).
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Blackstone Villa
I live five minutes from Whole Foods, Target, CVS, Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks, the 2 bus, the 172 bus, etc. Everything is within walking distance.
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5118 S. Dorchester Ave.
Not the safest area, but as long as you are aware of your surroundings you'll be fine. There are a few new bars and restaurants on 53th street.
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The Shoreland
There's nothing that compares to being in the neighborhood that UChicago is in. Great restaurants and access to the world class lakefront
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The Blackwood
Close to the 171 bus stop.
Close to the metra train.
Close to the #6 bus stop, which takes you downtown.
Friendly people.
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Solstice on the Park
Hyde Park is a safe, peaceful neighborhood, mainly filled with students and families. There is not much of a night scene.
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5480 S Ellis Ave
I like living in Hyde park- it's close to the law school, and I have all the shops and things I need around.
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The Shoreland
I live here to attend school at UChicago, and I think it's a nice neighborhood to live in for this time. I wouldn't plan to stay here long term (as a young person - might be different if I had a family). It's pretty residential and seems like there's a good sense of community. There are some good restaurants and a good selection of grocery stores. It's very walkable, and the local buses are pretty reliable. I also love how easy it is to walk to the lake and how many parks there are. It would be ideal if there was an L stop in the neighborhood (rather than having to take a bus to one). The express buses to the Loop are fairly convenient, as is the Metra. I personally have never really felt unsafe walking around even at night. It's a major city, crime happens, but it doesn't feel any less safe than any other urban neighborhoods I've lived in.
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2Sisters
I really enjoy living in Hyde Park. I love how residential and clean it is. It's a great place to go on walks and explore the beautiful historic houses throughout the area. Yet, it still has plenty of restaurants and places to go. It's nice to live in this residential area close to the Law School and still be only a 20-minute uber away from downtown. Safety is something I think about a lot, but this comes with living in any big city. I try to avoid walking alone at night and walk in groups whenever possible. I never have my music blasting. I also carry my pepper spray and keys in my hand at all times when I'm out walking.
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1027 East Hyde Park Blvd
The neighborhood is nice and quiet and right on the lake so there is pleasant scenery and opportunities to walk, jog, picnic, etc. It does feel somewhat remote from the rest of Hyde Park as it is in a very residential area and most of the cafes and restaurants are at least a 15-20 minute walk if not longer.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is one of the safer neighborhoods on the south side of Chicago; however, non-violent crimes are prevalent throughout the neighborhood. I, personally, have not been mugged in the four years that I lived in the neighborhood. Our previous apartment was broken into, but luckily no one was home at the time.
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5100-5120 S Ellis Ave
Being on 53rd Street allows quick access to restaurants and groceries. I feel relatively safe walking during the day in the neighborhood, although I minimize walking alone at night. It is nice to be super close to the 171 bus and a Metra Electric stop, as well as a block away from the 172 bus.
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Del Prado
There isn't a ton to do around here, but it has a nice lakefront and overall I feel safe
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The Shoreland
Nice. Good access to the Target nearby, walking distance to the 53rd street restaurants
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Shelbryne
Great neighboorhood. It is close to shops while still feeling like a real neighborhood.
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Shelbryne
Hyde Park does not have the social or culinary sophistication of other Chicago neighborhoods, it's true. And it could definitely use a few more grocery stores. But for a law student like me who prizes convenience above all else, I'm just glad to have a short commute to and from school.
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The Shoreland
It's got everything you need. Biggest thing is obviously the proximity to campus.
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Del Prado
Not a lot of nightlife or great restaurants, but easy to get to the city and good to be close to the school. Decent grocery stores, especially with Whole Foods coming in at the end of this year (2016) and generally a pretty safe area, though you have to use common sense.
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East Park Tower
Very walkable, feels a world apart from Chicago but still close by
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The Shoreland
Great for those who want to be close to the UChicago campus. It's not as dangerous as its reputation suggests, just don't be dumb and walk around at midnight down dark alleys with your headphones in. Food is mediocre, and grocery store options are minimal.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is safe and convenient to the law school, but the food offerings are not ideal and the grocery stores are expensive. Traveling up North and back anytime I want to do something interesting or get good food is kind of a pain.
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There are some pretty good restaurants nearby, but of course Hyde Park isn't as fun as downtown. However, it only takes 15-20 minutes to and from school on the free 172, so the convenience of that is really great.
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Scholars Corner Apartments
More restaurants are opening in the area, but it's hard to get to the cooler neighborhoods north of the loop. The only public transit is the Metra and buses, neither of which are ideal.
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1365 East 52nd St
Not very many bar options, but a good number and variety of restaurants. Close to campus. Great lakefront trail for running/cycling. Buses are reasonably easy to use.
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The Shoreland
I like Hyde Park! I wish the restaurant scene were better, but I am pretty close to great coffee (Philz, Plein Air) and can walk to campus when the weather is nice.
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The Shoreland
I like Hyde Park. I went to college here and I’m here again for law school. Hyde Park can be a little sleepy though. When I go out, I go downtown.
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The Shoreland
It's a neighborhood with a lot of students and other UChicago community. It's pretty close to some restaurants/bars on both 55th and 53rd.
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5416 S. Woodlawn Avenue
Generally good, especially with the new Trader Joe's. Only complaint would be lack of food options, especially Asian food.
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The Shoreland
There isn't much to do on the East side of the train tracks. Most of the pedestrian traffic is on the West side.
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Silver Cloud
My area is super cute with grocery stores and restaurants and nice apartments and houses all around. It can get fairly deserted at night however, so walking around after dark, especially as it gets cold, can feel somewhat unsafe. That said, I've never had any issues and still feel safer than I have living in arguably nicer areas in New York, for example.
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Ivy Dickens
Hyde Park is on the South side of Chicago. It's a mixture of students at the University of Chicago, professionals who are affiliated with the University, and families who have lived there for decades. It's also a bubble of middle-upper class economic status next to neighborhoods that are disadvantaged. The University has responded to that with heavy presence of police throughout the Hyde Park neighborhood. There is some crime to be aware of, but if you're used to living in a city then you should feel fine.
There are some restaurants, a couple bars, a lot of coffee shops, and parks but mostly residential + University campus.
The best part of living in Hyde Park is being close to campus for classes and having access to Lake Michigan.
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Sadonia Apartmetns
Very student/university-driven. Not a lot of night life, but a nice school community.
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East Park Tower
Not much to write about Hyde Park. It's in proximity to UChicago and good enough.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is a little sleepy but there are still lots of places to eat as a student. It's easy to get around on a bike or on the bus. The only concern I have sometimes is safety but as long as you are alert when you're out by yourself at night, it should be fine.
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Star Tower Condominiums
Quiet and convenient, but the restaurants are mostly terrible.
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The Flamingo
East Hyde Park, right on the lake, lots of restaurants
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East Park Tower
Nice to be close to the University and the lake, but it's difficult to get anywhere else without a car, especially given inconsistent bus schedules during COVID.
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Ivy Villas
The area on 53rd street has lots of new restaurants. I feel mixed about the gentrification of the neighborhood.
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East Park Tower
The university makes an effort to keep the neighborhood safe. It is a nice bubble in the South Side.
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East Park Tower
Quiet
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The Victorian
Love Hyde Park, very nice place to live.
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Max Mason House
The neighborhood is very pretty and safe!
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5539 S Kimbark Ave
I love Hyde Park!
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5532 South Cornell ave
Very walkable with a variety of restaurant options and bus stops but not too many places to go out
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The Flamingo
Good for the law school, can be isolated.
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The Shoreland
Everyone lives here.
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Silver Cloud
It’s okay.
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The Blackwood
It's fine.
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Solstice on the Park
Hyde Park is the BEST. It's beautiful, active community of people who just really care about the neighborhood. I feel safer living in Hyde Park than any other neighborhood I've lived in Chicago (Lakeview, Logan, Wicker) because the people who live in HP have done so deliberately; they came here either due to the University or simply a desire to live here, which means people say hi on the street, strike up conversations in grocery lines, remember you when you see them at brunch, etc. That being said, I wouldn't recommend it for people who want to be in the middle of the action (the Loop). I chose HP because I have no patience for the bustle....and because it's way cheaper. My apartment would rent for twice as much if it were near MPP.
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East Park Tower
You can easily access all your necessary facilities. Just 1 minute walk to CTA bus stops for U of C and downtown and U of C night shuttle bus stop. 3 minutes walk to Metra station. You can go to Whole Foods Market without getting out during brutal Chicago winter. 5 minutes walk to Chipotle, Roti, Starbucks, movie theater and UPS .10 minutes walk to Trader Joes, Office Depot, Walgreens, CVS, Target, and USPS.
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City Hyde Park
Very important to live in Hyde Park as a 1L so that you're close to the library and able to socialize casually with classmates on weeknights. Some people move downtown their 2L or 3L year but I actually stayed in Hyde Park all 3 years because I like the convenience. 53rd street has way more going on than it used to (new bars, new gyms and yoga studies, tons of restaurants). I would rather uber downtown to go out twice a week than deal with a long commute to school every weekday.
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5316 South Dorchester Ave
The neighborhood is decent, but I liked it better when there was another option for groceries beyond Whole Foods. Target Express has some stuff, but not everything. There's a good number of restaurants and a few options for bars. It's relatively walkable, or the buses are good for getting around most of the time otherwise. I usually feel pretty safe, but I don't really feel comfortable walking around alone at night off-campus (as a petite female). I know others who have no problem with it, though.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park has tons of resources and a lot of free events sponsored by the University of Chicago. Two movie theaters (Harper Theater and Doc Films) provide low cost entertainment ($5-$10). 57th Street Beach and Promontory Point are some of the best parts of the lake shore with fire pits and beaches that tend to remain uncrowded. 3 independent bookstores (Seminary Co-Op, 57th Street Books, and Powells) also contribute to the culture of the neighborhood with the Seminary Co-Op often hosting free events. There are more grocery stores in the neighborhood than I think we need (Hyde Park Produce, Whole Foods, Treasure Island and Open Produce [open until 2am]). There is also a Target, Marshall's, Michael's, CVS, Walgreens, and Ace Hardware. The neighborhood is very walkable and bike friendly.
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5311 South Maryland Avenue
There's a bus stop literally outside the building that is free for UChicago ID-holders. This takes you to the front door of the law school and also to a shopping complex with a Walgreens and grocery store. In Hyde Park in general things are pretty walkable and there are some fun restaurants. I don't feel 100% safe walking after maybe 9pm but if you stay in populated areas it's probably fine.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is great if you want convenience and safety. Some things are a little overpriced (god help those who want cheap flour) but others are cheap (i.e., square footage of your unit if you aren't in Regents). It's not a neighborhood for those who love nightlife. We have almost none. But there's a professional theater company, some good restaurants, and you can walk home basically any time of night.
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Residence Place of Hyde Park
Hyde Park is a great place to live for a student or a young family, in that it's relatively quiet, but is growing quickly in terms of entertainment and dining options. It's also very beautiful, being an older neighborhood with a lot of brownstones and castle-like structures, and big trees with lots of beautiful foliage in the fall. I don't like the fact that there's not an L stop central to the neighborhood, but the Metra makes up some of the difference if you live nearby, and the buses to downtown are relatively convenient. Also, people's concerns about "safety" are ridiculous – I think certain people tend to become afraid when they see more brown people than they are used to, but the neighborhood is actually one of the wealthiest and safest neighborhoods in the city, in addition to having the advantage of being culturally and demographically diverse. There's also a lot of really nice park space (you're between Jackson Park and Washington Park, have the Midway Plaisance right in the middle of the university, and other smaller parks like Nichols Park and Harold Washington Park provide a lot of nice greenery).
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5321 S. Cornell Ave.
The area is very diverse relative to the rest of Chicago (other neighborhoods are rather segregated), and very safe generally because of the CPD on patrol and the emergency alert buttons on nearly every block in case you do need help.

The restaurants are nothing to write home about, but they provide a reasonable selection and there are some well-deserving student favorites throughout the area. More and better have been opening quite regularly.

There is less noise than living downtown, which is a plus for some but not for others - your call.

Instacart delivers, otherwise your options without a car are Treasure Island and Hyde Park Produce (generally preferred by students, with better quality and cheaper than TI).

The buses and shuttles, combined, get you all over the place very quickly.
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The Shoreland
Around East Hyde Park, there's plenty of restaurants within walking distance (especially on 53rd and 55th streets). There's generally enough foot traffic around the area to feel safe walking alone. Perks of the neighborhood include proximity to Whole Foods and Trader Joe's for groceries.
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The Shoreland
I’m not a huge fan of Hyde Park. It’s a relatively nice place, but you’re very removed from the rest of Chicago. I think it was the right choice to live in Hyde Park as a 1L (to be closer to friends and the Law School), but I wish I’d decided to move north as a 2L.
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5220 S Kenwood Ave
The neighborhood is great! I'm just south of Kenwood which is super safe. There are tons of parks around here and super nice neighbors. I would recommend anyone to live in Hyde Park if you want to be close to the school.
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5125 South Kenwood Ave
Quiet, residential part of Hyde Park, very close to shopping center that had everything you need (until grocery store just closed), close to Metra trains downtown and bus to law school, 20 minute walk to law school.
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Blackstone Villa
Great for school - short commutes, pretty parks by the lake. The neighborhood is generally safe and there are some good restaurants nearby. The neighborhood is also quieter than areas like South Loop
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Everett Hyde Park
Close to campus, lots of restaurants. Not super close to grocery stores anymore, but not too bad. Lots of beautiful trees and old brownstones, not too crowded, housing tends to be very affordable.
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5514 S. Cornell
Living in hyde park has allowed me to be more actively involved with on-campus activities. It is also much quieter vs living at MPP (which i lived at during my 1st year)
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5528 S Hyde Park Blvd
I don't really have a choice because it's close to my school, but since it is close to a school, there are more police and security around so generally it feels safe.
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5484 S Ellis Ave
It has been great so far. I haven't had any scary encounters and the University police are typically in sight (either in patrol cars on standing on street corners)
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Vue53
Hyde Park is not my favorite neighborhood in Chicago, but it's close to my graduate school and it's cheap. Otherwise I would live in West Loop or River North.
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Carolan Apartments
Plenty of restaurants and shops. I've rarely felt unsafe, but of course, I've heard about other people's negative experiences with safety in the area.
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Vue53
Hyde Park is quiet, but it is getting better and is safe and convenient. I don't understand why a 1L, or perhaps even a 2L, would live elsewhere.
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5535 S. Kimbark Avenue
Hyde Park has a little bit of everything and is close to UC but it sometimes feels separated from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the city.
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5320 S Harper Ave
Hyde Park is great, quite a few Thai restaurants which I love. Not much of a social scene around Hyde Park but it is a great area to live in.
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The Shoreland
Very close to the law school, the restaurants & shops on 53rd, and the other developments. (20 minute walk or fewer for all of them)
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5432-5434 South Woodlawn Appartments
Kinda isolated from Chicago's social scene and cooler neighborhoods, but very convenient at least. Easy to focus in first year.
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City Hyde Park
I love living in Hyde Park. I live less than 5 minutes walking from shops, restaurants, and all major transit.
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Ivy at Piccadilly
I love Hyde Park - there are plenty of grocery and shopping options. It is very friendly and beautiful.
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5330 S. Blackstone Avenue
I really enjoy Hyde Park and the location I am at in Hyde Park. I am close to the water which I love. It is a bit far from where most of my non-law school friends live in the city and this can cause transportation issues if I wish to travel north. However, living by the law school is very convenient, and I enjoy being a part of a much more diverse neighborhood in Chicago than some of the areas where my non-law school friends live.
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The Shoreland
Very close to "downtown" Hyde Park so pretty much everything is around you. Transportation to the University of Chicago is also really close by. So are several CTA bus stops and the Metra. There are several restaurants, grocery stores, and shops close by. The building is truly located in a great place.

There have been very few issues with crime and gun violence around the area but like in every major city, being vigilant is important. I have not been too worried about safety but I am careful because things do happen.
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5200 S Harper Ave
Hyde park isn't the most convenient place to live in Chicago, but it is the most convenient place to get to University of Chicago. At times it may not feel like the safest area, but personally I have never experienced any issues. The commute to school is pretty easy, give or take the accuracy of the bus times.
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The Shoreland
I love Hyde Park. It's extremely walkable and it is reasonably close to public transportation that's pretty quick into downtown. If you want to do more serious shopping or dining out it usually involves a trip outside of the neighborhood, but most things I need for everyday life are very close.
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5460 S Kimbark Ave
As a 1L, I am very glad to be living in Hyde Park and will probably stay next year as well.
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5406 S Ingleside Ave
Commute to campus is easy and quick, but I never walk around at night alone and do not visit Hyde Park businesses very often. I buy my groceries in South Loop because the grocery stores in HP are too expensive, and I go for dinner/drinks uptown because there are so few options down here.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is gorgeous. It's got a sort of small town feel in a big city, which is nice.
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Vue53
Close to restaurants, parks, and the bus stops right outside the front of the building
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The Shoreland
It seems like it's changed a lot in the past few years. Great new restaurants and bars, cute movie theater, fun shops, I really love this quiet and adorably eclectic neighborhood. Also because my school is here, its extremely convenient. Bus or metra downtown quickly and conveniently.
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East Park Tower
Close to everything and more relaxing and "homey" feeling than the Loop.
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5550 Dorchester
So close to Lake Michigan, short walk from groceries and restaurants
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5500 S Cornell
It's safe and clean, though a lot of nightlife is downtown.
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The Shoreland
I love living in Hyde Park, you can view lots of beautiful scenery and easily access to the Loop area for entertainment.
Though Hyde Park is safer area compared to the nearby, needless to say, you should be careful not to walk alone in the nighttime.
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The Shoreland
-Close to school
-Easy access to Lake Shore Drive

-Some safety issues
-No reasonably priced grocery stores
-Very few decent restaurants
-Public transportation to get out of Hyde Park is limited and inconvenient
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Kimbark Manor
I enjoy living in Hyde Park; it's quiet and close to school. I wish, however, that some of the wonderful amenities up near 53rd Street -- Whole Foods, movie theater, new restaurants, etc -- were a bit closer.
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The Shoreland
Not as exciting as the loop, but it is definitely up and coming. Not a great amount of food options (for meals or groceries), but the prices are reasonable for most things you need.
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The Shoreland
Hyde Park is mostly fine, but there has been a lot of crime lately and there's not a lot going on after school. I'd highly recommend moving north as soon as you can.
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5529 S Everett Ave
Not much food, nightlife, or even that close to campus. You have to bus or drive everywhere. If it's not even close to campus, might as well live downtown.
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Vue53
Most of the students and professors live here, so it is a very friendly area. Some places are a little sketchy, but most areas are fairly safe.
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Blackstone Villa
Hyde Park is becoming more gentrified, but safety is still a major concern. There is not a whole lot to do in terms of activities.
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Unit 3
It is near campus and the locations where most of the law students live. Walking distance to Whole Foods and Trader Joes.
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The Victorian
Value lies in the convenience—you’re close to campus and surrounded by other students. This neighborhood isn’t great for going out, though there are several options. Many of the locals are quite nice and the buildings have character. That said, be careful about walking down streets you’re unfamiliar with, especially at night, as well as streets that are sparsely populated.
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Windermere House
Hyde Park is very nice—there are lots of stores and restaurants, and the proximity to the lake is super nice. But it is far from the L, and there isn’t a lot of cultural stuff going on—not a lot of bars, no real music venues, no performance spaces. This makes it hard to do fun city things without a trek.
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5332 S Woodlawn Ave
Love that it's quiet and has open spaces, hate that it has very few decent places to eat.
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The Flamingo
This is a comfortable, diverse neighborhood. I just wish we were closer to downtown!
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1700 Building
it is fine. nothing amazing but it is quiet and I feel safe here, so not bad
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The Shoreland
It's very quiet and beautiful, but there isn't very much to do
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The Shoreland
Not a huge fan of Hyde Park, but very convenient to school.
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1700 East 56th Street Condo Building
Hyde Park is just central and convenient for school.
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5117 S. Kenwood Ave. Unit 301
Hyde Park is mostly fine, but like most major cities, you have to be alert and smart about when and where you're out and about.
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Renaissance Place at Hyde Park
We love Hyde Park!
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5100 S. Ellis Avenue
Love living close to school
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Solstice on the Park
Glad I'm living here 1L year.
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Blackstone Villa
Hyde Park is great.
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5535 S. Kimbark Avenue
Very quiet, residential, safe.
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Blackstone Courts
Hyde Park is Chicago's only shining gem!
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5300-5308 S. Hyde Park
just fine
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5118 S Dorchester Ave
Close to school, fine
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The Shoreland
Seems fine.
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Fairfax
It’s okay
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Getting to Know
Hyde Park

Neighborhood Boundaries
East to West Boundaries: S Lake Shore Dr to S Cottage Grove Ave
North to South Boundaries: E Hyde Park Blvd to E 60th St
dining
La Petite Folie
Quadrangle Club
Shinju Sushi
Valley Of Jordan
grocery
Whole Foods Market
convenience
Walgreens
fitness
CorePower Yoga
Fitzgerald’s Martial Arts
Gerald Ratner Athletic Center
Happy Body Wellness Center
parks
57th Street Beach
Bixler Playlot and Park
Garden of the Phoenix
Midway Plaisance
coffee
Grounds of Being: The Divinity School Coffee Shop
Insomnia Cookies
Kilwins
The Bakery at Piccolo Mondo
bus
55 (bus)
rail
ME (rail)
parking
Sp Plus 55th and South Shore Drive
About your Neighbors
Data from the 2013 American Community Survey
Zip Codes
Hyde Park includes zip codes 60615 and 60637
Rent vs Own
57
% of Hyde Park residents are renters
Driving to Work
44
% of Hyde Park residents drive to work
New Construction
6
% of housing units in Hyde Park have been built in the last 15 years
Building Types
62
%
<20 units
10
%
20-49 units
28
%
50+ units
Demographics
Children (under 18)
22
%
18 - 34
31
%
35 - 54
25
%
55+
23
%
Unit Mix
9
%
Studio
24
%
1 Bed
31
%
2 Bed
36
%
3+ Bed
Occupation or Education
Working Professional
49
%
Undergrad Student
14
%
Grad Student
10
%
Unemployed
11
%
Retired
14
%

Best Apartments
in Hyde Park

Solstice on the Park
1 Bed $2,300
2 Beds $2,995
3 Beds $5,295

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5252

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Twin Towers
Studio $1,110
1 Bed $1,384
2 Beds $1,673

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Silver Cloud

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City Hyde Park
1 Bed $2,400
2 Beds $2,650
3 Beds $3,500

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Woodlawn Court
2 Beds $1,714
3 Beds $2,300

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