Hyde Park Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
South Side neighborhood home to University of Chicago with museums, lakefront, intellectual atmosphere, and diverse community.
Chicago, ILAvg Rent: $1,550/moWalk Score: 85
Walkability
85
Walk Score
Transit
75
Transit Score
Commute
25-35 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good (improving)
Rating
Hyde Park Rent Prices
Studio
$900
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,200
per month
2 Bedrooms
$1,700
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,400
per month
Rent Trend: Stable, affordable
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Academic, diverse, quieter
Demographics
Students, professors, families, diverse residents
Best For
StudentsAcademicsFamiliesBudget-conscious
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Diverse, international, casual
Nightlife
Limited - student bars, quiet
Schools
Excellent - University Lab Schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Hyde Park
Pros
- Affordable
- Intellectual
- Lakefront
- Museums
Cons
- Distance from downtown
- Surrounding areas rough
- Limited nightlife
- Transit could be better
Parks & Recreation
- Jackson Park
- Promontory Point
- Midway Plaisance
Public Transit
- Metra Electric
- Red Line extension planned
- Bus lines
Popular Streets
- 53rd Street
- Harper Avenue
- Lake Park Avenue
Key Amenities
- Museum of Science and Industry
- University of Chicago
- Lakefront
- 53rd Street corridor
Compare with Other Chicago Neighborhoods
Lincoln Park
2BR Rent:$2,600
Walk Score:94
Upscale, family-friendly, vibrant
Wicker Park
2BR Rent:$2,300
Walk Score:96
Hipster, artistic, trendy
Lakeview
2BR Rent:$2,200
Walk Score:92
Diverse, energetic, young
Logan Square
2BR Rent:$2,000
Walk Score:88
Hip, diverse, up-and-coming
West Loop
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:96
Urban, culinary, modern
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Hyde Park? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.