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The Flamingo Apartments

5500 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly RentBedroomsBathrooms
$1,221 - $2,502Studio - 2 1 Bath

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio Floor Plan S2

$1,259 - $2,101
Studio, 1 Bath
445 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1502
$1,274
445
Now
1802
$1,259
445
1/12/25

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A4

$1,292 - $2,056
1 Bed, 1 Bath
535 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0904
$1,292
535
Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A8

$1,506 - $2,337
1 Bed, 1 Bath
900 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1410
$1,506
900
Now

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6

$1,247 - $2,168
1 Bed, 1 Bath
585 Sq. Ft.

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Feb. 11
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1007
$1,247
585
2/11/25

1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1

$1,221 - $2,106
1 Bed, 1 Bath
580 Sq. Ft.

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Apr. 7
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1608
$1,221
580
4/7/25

2 Bedroom Floor Plan B1

$1,474 - $2,362
2 Beds, 1 Bath
790 Sq. Ft.

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Jan. 11
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0906
$1,474
790
1/11/25

2 Bedroom Floor Plan B2

$1,326 - $2,502
2 Beds, 1 Bath
825 Sq. Ft.

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Apr. 15
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0805
$1,326
825
4/15/25
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1928
  • 169 units / 18 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Move-In Fees

  • Administrative Fee
    $395
  • Application Fee
    $75

Property Highlights

  • Designer Paint Finishes
  • Grilling Station
  • 24/7 Package Locker Service
  • Carpeting
  • Enormous Walk-In Closets
  • No security deposit
  • Steps to shopping, restaurants and nightlife
  • Easy access to public transportation
  • Lobby with WiFi
  • Steps to Burnham Park, the lake and beach

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Crown Molding
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Refrigerator

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Business Center
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Dog Park
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Gas Range
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site

Nearby Colleges & Universities

University of ChicagoDrive: 3 min (1.4 mi)
Ill. Inst. of TechnologyDrive: 11 min (5.1 mi)
Columbia College ChicagoDrive: 13 min (6.6 mi)
Chicago State UniversityDrive: 18 min (8.2 mi)
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Area Scores

Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83
Out of 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
62
Out of 100
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
97
Out of 100
Active
Soundscore
69
Out of 100

Transit

2 min Drive
Metra Electric Line - Northeast Illinois Regional Commuter Railroad (Metra)
Airport
Chicago Midway International
19 min Drive
Chicago Midway International
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
40 min Drive
ORD

Moving to Hyde Park, Chicago, IL

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Flamingo Apartments proximity to Hyde Park Shopping Center, Dorchester Commons, and City Hyde Park. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.6 miles away, and Dorchester Commons is within a 16 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 62, The Flamingo Apartments has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.1 miles. Transit options include Garfield Station (Green Line) and Cottage Grove Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Flamingo Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Museum of Science and Industry, Midway Plaisance Park, and Jackson Park.

Airports

Living in Hyde Park provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 19 minutes from The Flamingo Apartments. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 25.6 miles away.

Schools

Futureworld Nfp
Grades PK-6
Private
NR
Out of 10
Children Rendez Vous
Grades K-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
Harte Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
6
Out of 10
Kenwood Academy High School
Grades 7-12
Public
7
Out of 10
Univ Of Chicago Lab School
Grades PK-12
Private
NR
Out of 10

About The Flamingo Apartments

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 level.

The Flamingo Apartments is an apartment community

Contact

Property Address:
5500 S Shore Dr,
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone Number: (219) 600-3516
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • TuesdayCLOSED
  • WednesdayCLOSED
  • Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For The Flamingo Apartments

4.4

71 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

10/20/24

Verified Renter

It's a great place to live, pretty near to the lake!

Review from Apartments.com

Property Manager at The Flamingo Apartments responded to this review

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review!

10/18/24

Verified Renter

The facilities are always clean, the manager and the assistant are very nice people, and they are attentive to any concerns.

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Property Manager at The Flamingo Apartments responded to this review

Thank you so much for your review, and your kind compliments to our team and community!

10/2/24

Verified Renter

This place has gone down hill year after year!
Don’t bother pay a little more and live better

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1 Person Found This Helpful

Property Manager at The Flamingo Apartments responded to this review

We appreciate hearing from our residents and value your feedback. We are committed to ensuring the satisfaction of our residents and would like to address any specific concerns you may have. If you would like to discuss your experience or provide... more details, please don't hesitate to contact us at 833-242-1815.

9/11/24

Verified Renter

I would never recommend anyone to move here.
Below standard unacceptable for the money being charged

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1 Person Found This Helpful

9/7/24

Verified Renter

If you like being lied to while being accused of lying, this is the place for you! If you like people banging on your door with eviction notices when you've paid rent every single month, this is the place for you!

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1 Person Found This Helpful

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