Live on campus and walk to your classroom, office or lab.
Apartments in The Cloisters have been coveted by generations of UChicago faculty and students. The neo-gothic architecture and sophisticated interiors (in excellent condition) provide the quintessential UChicago experience. Apartment sizes range from large 1-bedroom suites to 6-bedroom homes with formal dining rooms, fireplaces, sitting parlors. Semi-private elevators and small courtyard provide a boutique apartment community experience.
The smartest renters live at The Cloisters. Literally. More Nobel laureates have called Cloisters their home than any other apartment building in the world.
Cloisters
5801 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Pet-friendly
Parking lot
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 D111 bd, 1 ba | 1,040 | Aug 5 | $2,299 |
 B021 bd, 1 ba | 1,100 | Aug 19 | $2,475 |
 F041 bd, 1 ba | 1,050 | Aug 15 | $2,500 |
 F032 bd, 1 ba | 1,285 | Now | $2,795 |
F122 bd, 1 ba | 1,285 | Aug 5 | $2,895 |
 D032 bd, 1 ba | 1,040 | Aug 15 | $3,300 |
 E033 bd, 3 ba | 1,465 | Aug 5 | $3,499 |
E053 bd, 3 ba | 1,465 | Now | $3,699 |
E063 bd, 3 ba | 1,465 | Aug 5 | $3,760 |
E073 bd, 3 ba | 1,465 | Aug 5 | $3,775 |
What's special
Lounge
Round up your crew
This building features a lounge. Only 6% of buildings in Chicago have this amenity.
Small courtyardSophisticated interiorsSitting parlorsNeo-gothic architectureExcellent conditionFormal dining rooms
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 8 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 8 am - 6 pm |
| Sun: | 8 am - 6 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Lounge: Resident Lounge
Other
- Shared: Laundry Center
Security
- Intercom: Video Intercom
Services & facilities
- Elevator
- Package Service
- Storage Space
View description
- View: Lake View
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Garbage Disposal
- Microwave Oven: Microwave
- Stove: Gas Stove
Flooring
- Hardwood: Hardwood Floors
Other
- Built-in Shelves
- Den
- Dining Room
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Hard Surface Counter Tops: Granite Countertops
- Pantry: Kitchen Pantry
- Renovated Bathroom
- Renovated Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Sunroom
- Walk-in Closet: Walk In Closets
Policies
Pets
Cats
- Allowed
- 2 pet max
- $350 one time fee
- $30 monthly pet fee
Fish
- Allowed
Dogs
- Allowed
- 2 pet max
- $350 one time fee
- $30 monthly pet fee
- Restrictions: No Aggressive Breeds
Other
- Not allowed
Parking
- Off Street Parking: Surface Lot
- Parking Available
- Parking Lot
Special Features
- Pets Allowed
- Smart Parcel Room
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Areas of interest
Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.
Travel times
Nearby schools in Chicago
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ray Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1 mi
Market Trends
Rental market summary
The average rent for all beds and all property types in Chicago, IL is $2,000.
Average rent
$2,000
Month-over-month
-$50
Year-over-year
+$5
Available rentals
8,751
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Cloisters?
Cloisters has a walk score of 84, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of Cloisters?
Cloisters has a transit score of 63, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to Cloisters?
The schools assigned to Cloisters include Ray Elementary School and Kenwood Academy High School.
Does Cloisters have in-unit laundry?
No, but Cloisters has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is Cloisters in?
Cloisters is in the Hyde Park neighborhood in Chicago, IL.
What are Cloisters's policies on pets?
A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $30 for cats. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $30 for dogs. Other pets are not allowed.
Does Cloisters have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Cloisters.
