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A cultural heritage and a changing landscape
Famous names from Muhammad Ali to Mary Todd Lincoln have made a home in Hyde Park. Known for its proximity to Lake Michigan, this neighborhood is in high demand. The University of Chicago is a major anchor that has attracted numerous influential scholars, including President Barack Obama. But despite the cultural heritage and the scholarly limestone buildings, change has come to Hyde Park. “The neighborhood has changed considerably,” says Wendy Lee, a realtor with EXIT Realty and an expert on Chicago real estate for over 20 years. “You wouldn’t come here for shopping and restaurants, but now there are food trucks around the university. Target and Ulta are now in Hyde Park, too. At one point there were none of these big box stores.” As a result, there are two sides to Hyde Park attracting homebuyers: a sense of history, but also a hip sense of activity and entertainment.
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Overview of the University of Chicago.
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Eclectic styles starting at $100k
One of the standout features of Hyde Park is the eclectic housing. Historically, the area served as a getaway for those eager to escape the crowded, noisy conditions of the city center. Between 53rd and 55th streets, and between Harper and Woodlawn avenues, homebuyers can explore historic Hyde Park Center. Here, modest wooden homes sit in contrast to surrounding mansions, Italian villas, English castles, French chateaux and of course, the brick marvels designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. There is modern construction, though, including row houses, town houses and luxury high-rise condominiums, especially near Lake Michigan. Some housing has been integrated into former hotels, like the Shoreland, carved in elegant Classical Revival style. “The thing about housing in Hyde Park is you can go big or small,” Lee says. “Prices range from a $100,000 co-op unit to a multi-million-dollar home.”
Two-story homes can be found throughout Hyde Park.
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A hip and bustling commercial scene
Grocery shopping can be a breeze: Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Target Grocery and Bonne Sante Health Foods are all situated along the eastern face of Nichols Park. Boutique retail options are truly one of a kind. The area around 57th Street features many independent shops. “The presence of three excellent indie bookstores is one of the top draws of Hyde Park, which plays into its larger identity as a scholarly neighborhood,” says Andrew Peart, a bookseller at Powell’s Books and a neighborhood resident for a dozen years.Similar to the housing styles in Hyde Park, the restaurant scene in is considered world class but also eclectic. Medici will top off mochas with a scoop of chocolate ice cream. Then there’s the French cuisine of La Petite Folie, served in a white tablecloth atmosphere. Valois is a cash-only old-school cafeteria, and Jimmy’s Woodlawn Tap has been pouring beer for over 70 years. “Dining and shopping in Hyde Park is just on point,” says Lee. “You can go to 51st, 53rd, 55th and 57th Streets – all of them are bustling. 53rd is quite trendy now. It has everything: Thai food, Korean food, Cajun food, pizza, sushi, whiskey bars.” Peart concurs: “We have Michelin starred restaurants now, which wasn’t the case back in the 2010s. The area used to be sleepier in that regard.”
Stop in the Hyde Park Whole Foods for an artful shopping experience, Chicago, IL.
Powell's Books store in Hyde Park is steps away from the University of Chicago Campus.
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Cultural institutions and warm weather events
The Robie House is a defining example of American architecture and considered a must-visit destination. This blocky, Prairie-style building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Elsewhere on the University of Chicago campus are two museums: the Oriental Institute and the Smart Museum of Art. There’s also the Museum of Science and Industry, which was built in 1893 as the Palace of Fine Arts for the Chicago World’s Fair. The DuSable Black History Museum has created a model for the conservation of African American art, now mimicked by institutions in other large cities, such as Boston and Los Angeles. A farmers market is held on 53rd Street during the summer, and every June, the oldest juried art fair in the Midwest takes place along 57th Street.
FLW Robie House
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Ray Elementary draws in homebuyers
Ray Elementary earns a B-minus from Niche, and serves over 500 students at the kindergarten through 8th grade level. The school is centrally located, near Bixler Park. “Ray Elementary is considered a desirable school, so much that people will want to live as near it as possible,” Peart says. Kenwood Academy High School earns an A-minus from Niche, and serves over 2,200 students. The school has a strong connection with the University of Chicago, often developing mentorships for students with professors. Kenwood students enrolled in Advanced Placement courses also have access to university student resources.
Ray Elementary School provides a safe environment for students.
Kenwood Academy High School entrance.
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Beaches and green space in Hyde Park
During warmer months, the 57th Street Beach is a popular getaway. Many take the Lakefront Trail north from here half a mile to picnic at Promontory Point. Despite being a sophisticated urban hub, Hyde Park is very green. Nichols Park is 12 acres, with community vegetable gardens and a wildflower meadow. A gym and baseball field are on site, too. The Garden of the Phoenix is placed on the wooded island of Jackson Park. It features a koi pond and several cherry trees. The Midway Plaisance, designed by the man behind New York’s Central Park, is another unique open space. It’s a mile long and about as wide as two football fields. Along this sliver near Lake Michigan, visitors will find an ice rink and multipurpose fields.
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Overview of Promontory Point.
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Alternative transportation is embraced
Hyde Park has access to Metra trains and buses, bringing in commuters during the day. “People will bus in from the north, come down along the lakefront, on the eastern border,” says Peart. But this is a pedestrian’s neighborhood as well. “This is a great walkable community offering a high-density lifestyle,” Lee says. “There aren’t many parking opportunities, so people get around on bike or foot. Plus, it’s important to remember that Hyde Park is close to the lake, so people are walking, jogging, biking on the lakefront all the time.”
There are many CTA bus stops that service the Hyde Park area.
There are three Metra stops that service the Hyde Park area.
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There is a very large variety of restaurants and it is one of the main highlights of the neighborhood. It is extremely family friendly and good from the mornings to the evenings, but not late nights.
4.0Niche User
7/13/2014Niche Review
HOme of the Museum of Science and Industry and Du Sable museum. Several street festivals and farmers markets throughout the year.
4.0Current Resident
1/25/2019Niche Review
I love that my neighborhood has some many rich thing from shopping to restaurants. It chains stores to pop up. Close to the lake in the summer is the best
5.0Current Resident
2/13/2017Niche Review
Moved here 3 years ago and love it. It's a family friendly neighborhood and there are plenty of activities for kids as well as adults. It's a very diverse and friendly neighborhood.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hyde Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hyde Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hyde Park, Chicago sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Hyde Park, Chicago over the last 12 months is $270,900, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Sun-filled and like new, this stunning 3-bedroom, 3.1-bath duplex condo in sought-after Hyde Park blends space, comfort, and style. A gracious entry foyer leads to an expansive living and sun room, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet cherry kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, an oversized island, pantry, cooktop, and vent hood. Dual primary suites feature spa-inspired
Introducing 5114 Kenwood - A rare opportunity for new construction condominium living in a boutique elevator building at the vibrant epicenter of Hyde Park. Perfectly positioned on Kenwood Avenue, one of Hyde Park's most desirable residential streets, 5114 Kenwood delivers the product long missing from the neighborhood: single-level, contemporary residences with exceptional private outdoor living
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Blend of original architectural details and modern updates with a spacious living room and good size 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with granite countertop kitchen ; broker owned .
Impressive architecturally significant Hyde Park 7- bedroom single family house and 2-bedroom coach house is truly move- in ready. The home designed by architect, James Gamble Rogers, is a short walking distance to The University of Chicago campus and hospital, The Museum of Science & Industry and The lakefront. This Collegiate Gothic architecture is similar to The University of Chicago
Discover this beautifully updated single-family residence, ideally situated on a desirable corner lot in Hyde Park, just a short walking distance from the University of Chicago and the Medical Center. The home welcomes you with an elegant entry foyer leading to a formal living room with custom built-ins and an open dining area. The expanded, modern kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless
Top-floor, two-bedroom vintage condo located steps from the University of Chicago. This unit features 10-foot ceilings, original moldings, and hardwood floors throughout. The condo includes a decorative fireplace, a claw-foot bathtub, and a large shared deck accessible from the kitchen. Modern conveniences include an in-unit washer/dryer and a dishwasher. The building is professionally managed,
Welcome to your new sanctuary at 5201 S Cornell Ave, Unit 3E, nestled in the prestigious Cornell Village. This exquisite 3-bedroom, 2-bath corner condo unit is a harmonious blend of comfort and sophistication, offering an urban oasis with unparalleled amenities. As you step into this radiant home, you are greeted by a flood of natural light that dances across the spacious open-plan living area,
Living is truly better at the top. This extraordinary and rarely available corner penthouse offers breathtaking, unobstructed panoramic views of the lake and city and is now ready for its next owner. Ideally situated on a picturesque tree-lined street in the heart of Hyde Park, this residence blends sophistication, light, and exceptional scale. A gracious foyer with coat closet welcomes you into
Spacious light filled unit in a building designed by famed architect IM Pei. Ample closet space redesigned kitchen with a dishwasher. Building has 24 hour door staff, outdoor pool, fitness room, and rooftop deck. heat and cooking gas is included in the assessment. Easy walk to everything Hyde Park has to offer including public transportation, Trader Joes grocery store and University of Chicago.
Great Hyde Park/U of Chicago location with easy access to University of Chicago campus and downtown. Perfect owner occupy or investment opportunity. Currently 2bd/1ba, with possibility of conversion to a 3bd. There is also a nice size office/sunroom off the living room, large living room and family room/dining room and good sized kitchen. All appliances and mechanicals are newer. Lots of natural
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Stunning Lakefront Condo in the Heart of Hyde Park - 5555 S Everett Ave Unit C14 Wake up every morning to breathtaking lakefront views from this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offering nearly 1,700 sq ft of bright, open living space in one of Hyde Park's most desirable lakefront buildings. Step inside and you'll immediately feel the warmth of natural sunlight pouring through
Located within a stones throw of the Science & Industry Museum as well as the lakefront, this stunning, duplex condo lives and feels more like a townhome than a condo with a floor plan unlike you have ever seen before! As you walk into the unit your jaw will drop with the dramatic two story living room that offers a fireplace, vaulted ceilings along with floor to ceiling windows with views of the
Sublet opportunity in prime Hyde Park Location. Furnished studio apartment with private bathroom, a communal kitchen. Rent includes all utilities - heat, electric, internet access. The building offers a laundry room, community kitchen, exercise room, lounge, and a bike room. Carpet recently shampooed. Sublease through 6/30/2026.
UNIVERSITY PARK CONDOS -Best in Hyde Park for Security, Amenities, and Location, near the world renowned U of Chicago and future Obama Center. CTA and other Transportation stops at Front Door and Metra Train is very near. Walk to Trader Joe's, Walgreen's, Restaurants, and other Shopping. Some of the other Bldg Amenities are: 24 Hr Security, On Site Mgmt, Receiving Room for your Packages, 24 Hr
Vue53 is Hyde Park's most vibrant residential community. This is a student housing property, where you rent by the bed. All pricing is per bed/person. Our Studio, 1- and 2- Bedroom apartments feature stainless steel appliances, polished concrete floors, and in-unit washers & dryers. Building amenities include a 24/7 doorman, fitness center, tanning and more. Our extraordinary retail options
This stunning unit features an updated kitchen, gleaming hardwood floors, soaring high ceilings, and oversized windows that flood the space with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. Ideally located just steps from the University of Chicago, the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, and an array of trendy cafes, restaurants, and shops, this home offers unmatched convenience
This historic and architecturally-stunning building is conveniently located steps from Lake Michigan and just minutes from downtown Chicago in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The Flamingo Apartments offers unique studio, convertible, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments with breathtaking views of the lake and downtown. For added value, the Flamingo also has a restaurant & bar located on the ground
This recently renovated low-rise studio offers a stunning interior with fresh laminate flooring, newly painted walls, and modern stainless steel appliances. The kitchen and bathroom feature sleek granite countertops. Ideal for college students, it's conveniently situated within walking distance of the lake, parks, a museum, restaurants, grocery stores, retail shops, and the lively Downtown Hyde
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Now available! 3 bedroom apartment on the first floor with new kitchen and SS appliances with updated bathroom! Hyde Park is 7 miles from downtown Chicago on the city's South Side along Lake Michigan. It is without a doubt one of the cultural hubs of our city with the University of Chicago's gothic columns at one end to the west, the Museum of Science of Industry's grand building to the east and
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Charming Hyde Park classic architecture and elegantly-styled apartments in elevator building. Updated kitchen with black appliances & maple cabinets. Hardwood floors. Large walk-in closet. Prime location within easy walking distance of shopping, dining, buses, Metra trains, and the U of C campus. Laundry card operated. Secured Entry. Amazon HUB Locker. Bike Room. Tenant pays all utilities. $50
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