Hyde Park is the historic neighborhood surrounding the University of Chicago — bookstores, coffee shops, lakefront parks, and architectural landmarks. The most popular choice for UChicago graduate students.
Safety: very good$1,200 – $3,500/mo
Highlights
10-minute walk to UChicago Main Quad
Lakefront access at Promontory Point
Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Hyatt House
57th Street + 53rd Street commercial corridors
Diverse, welcoming student community
Getting to campus
5–15 min walk to UChicago
55th-56th-57th St. Metra (10 min to Loop)
171/172 UChicago shuttle bus
Featured buildings in Hyde Park
Real partner buildings — submit the form for current unit availability, prices, and a guided tour.
MAC Properties
City Hyde Park
5215 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
From
$1,850/mo
Modern luxury high-rise in the heart of Hyde Park with Whole Foods, Ace Hardware, and Akira retail downstairs. The most popular new building for UChicago professional + grad students.
Rents in Hyde Park typically range from $1200 to $3500 per month, depending on bedroom count and unit type.
Is Hyde Park safe for international students?
Hyde Park has a very good safety rating. Most international students live in well-managed buildings with 24/7 security and short walks to campus.
Do landlords in Hyde Park accept students with no US credit history?
Yes — most major landlords in Hyde Park accept international students. We work with you on guarantor services like TheGuarantors or Insurent if needed.