5/20/26
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I like it. My first apartment in chicago
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The Flamingo Apartments
5500 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637
$1,249 - $1,521
Studio - 2 Beds
Monthly Rent
$1,249 - $1,521
Bedrooms
Studio - 2
Bathrooms
1 Bath
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Pricing and Floor Plans
Studio Floor Plan S2
$1,313
Studio, 1 Bath
, 445 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1402
$1,313
445 Sq. Ft.
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Studio Floor Plan S1
$1,249
Studio, 1 Bath
, 340 Sq. Ft.
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Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
1409
$1,249
340 Sq. Ft.
9/21/26
Studio Floor Plan S2 Renovated
$1,521
Studio, 1 Bath
, 445 Sq. Ft.
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Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
0902
$1,521
445 Sq. Ft.
9/29/26
Studio Floor Plan S5
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Studio, 1 Bath
, 280 Sq. Ft.
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Studio Floor Plan S4
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Studio, 1 Bath
, 350 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A5
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 580 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 460 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A3
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 500 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A4
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 535 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 585 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A7
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 865 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A8
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 900 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 580 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A9
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 325 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A105
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 690 Sq. Ft.
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1 Bedroom Floor Plan A10
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1 Bed, 1 Bath
, 535 Sq. Ft.
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2 Bedroom Floor Plan B1
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2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 790 Sq. Ft.
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2 Bedroom Floor Plan B2
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2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 825 Sq. Ft.
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2 Bedroom Floor Plan B4
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2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 865 Sq. Ft.
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2 Bedroom Floor Plan B3
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2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 515 Sq. Ft.
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2 Bedroom Floor Plan B3 Renovated
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2 Beds, 1 Bath
, 515 Sq. Ft.
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Details
Property Information
- Built in 1928
- 169 units/18 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data independent market research.
Utilities & Essentials
- High Speed Internet Access$55 / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee Per Applicant$75
Due at Move-In
- Administrative Fee$395
- Street
Dogs
- Dog Fee$250
- Dog Rent$30 / mo
65 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions
Breed Restrictions Apply
Comments
Pet Rent $30.00 Per pet/month. Some breed restrictions apply. Current vaccinations and picture required.
Cats
- Cat Fee$250
- Cat Rent$30 / mo
65 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions
None
Comments
Pet Rent $30.00 Per pet/month. Current vaccinations and picture required.
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- 24/7 Package Locker Service
- 5 Minutes From Obama Presidential Center
- Bark Park
- Bicycle storage room
- Breakfast Bar
- Carpeting
- Ceiling Fan
- Designer Paint Finishes
- Easy access to public transportation
- Enormous Walk-In Closets
- Evening Door Attendant
- Expandable Studios Available
- Fire Pit
- Grilling Station
- Internet Ready
- Lake and City Views
- Lobby with WiFi
- No security deposit
- On-Site Restaurant and Bar
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
- Parcel Pending
- Plush Carpet
- Steps to Beach and Lake
- Steps to Burnham Park, the lake and beach
- Steps to shopping, restaurants and nightlife
- Walk to the University of Chicago
- Window Treatments
- Wood Flooring
Apartment Features
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fans
- Crown Molding
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Walk-In Closets
- Wi-Fi
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Business Center
- Controlled Access
- Courtyard
- Dog Park
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
- Gas Range
- Grill
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Package Service
- Pool
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
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Points of Interest
Transit
Subway
55th-56th-57th Street Station
3 min Drive
Subway
53rd Street Hyde Park Station
3 min Drive
Subway
59th Street (University of Chicago) Station
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
55th-56th-57th Street Station
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
53rd Street Hyde Park Station
3 min Drive
Airport
Chicago Midway International
19 min Drive
Airport
Chicago O'Hare International
42 min Drive
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
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Busy62 / 100
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Contact
Property Address: 5500 S Shore Dr,
Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone Number: (708) 298-4277
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- SundayCLOSED
- Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- WednesdayCLOSED
- Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Renter Reviews
85 Ratings & Reviews
3/31/26
Verified Renter
It's a nice location and the people are friendly.
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1 Person Found This Helpful
3/7/26
Verified Renter
The place is good, however, for the price we pay we should not be having this many problems. Parking is not assigned so good luck finding Parking at night or especially in the summer when everyone from all over comes to party down stairs and they're allowed to park in our parking lot. Also, the parties go on from 10am/11am/12pm until 4-5 in the morning and we can't sleep because of the noise. We also recently started having roaches because of a drain issue and the trash chute being backed up and... we've had multiple maintenance calls and we still cannot get rid of them. This place would be a lot more enjoyable with assigned parking (residents are more than willing to pay for it), and if the roach problem was under control.
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1 Person Found This Helpful
3/6/26
Verified Renter
The Flamingo is a beautiful building with an unbeatable location near the lake, shops, museum and public transportation. The apartments are small but they have gorgeous details, crown molding especially, that make them stand out. the managers seem to care, are professional and it shows in how the building is run. It's not perfect but perfect is an illusion. The sense of pride and community are impressive!
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1 Person Found This Helpful
2/13/26
Verified Renter
I am enjoying settling in to the building. Marcella and Jonathan have been both professional and friendly during the application and move-in process and now with the regular building events. Neighbors have been lovely and the building is quiet and secure. I love the historic feel and modern amenities.
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Moving to Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate The Flamingo Apartments proximity to Hyde Park Shopping Center, 1453-1457 E 53rd St, and Dorchester Commons. Hyde Park Shopping Center is 0.6 miles away, and 1453-1457 E 53rd St is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, The Flamingo Apartments has strong public 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 Chicago 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.
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