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  • Ivy Dorchester

    5118 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

    Apartment building
    Studio-1 bed
    Pet-friendly
    Shared laundry

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $980-1,122
    308 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 2 avail. Aug 10-Aug 11

    Price: $980Available: Available Aug 10 2025Unit: Unit 314
    Price: $1,040Available: Available Aug 11 2025Unit: Unit 311
    Price: $1,122Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 514
    Studio, 1 ba
    $999-1,070
    345 sqft

    3 units available Aug 8-Aug 21

    Price: $999Available: Available Aug 21 2025Unit: Unit 5118-310
    Price: $1,000Available: Available Aug 8 2025Unit: Unit 508
    Price: $1,070Available: Available Aug 10 2025Unit: Unit 406
    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,000
    394 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 21

    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,060-1,080
    351 sqft

    2 units avail. Aug 21 | 1 avail. Aug 1

    Price: $1,060Available: Available Aug 1 2025Unit: Unit 103
    Price: $1,060Available: Available Aug 21 2025Unit: Unit 5118-107
    Price: $1,080Available: Available Aug 21 2025Unit: Unit 5118-509
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,360
    553 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 15

    What's special

    Modern renovationsVintage charmUpdated flooring
    Welcome to Ivy Dorchester, where you find slice-of-life living in the heart of Hyde Park. Our apartment community offers an array of studio and one-bedroom apartment options to meet your needs. At Ivy Dorchester, we believe that your living space should reflect your personality and style. That's why we offer both studio and one-bedroom apartment homes that are designed with contemporary finishes to make our renovated apartment community feel like a home: wood floors, stainless steel appliances, and stone countertops, providing a sleek and modern living space. Residents appreciate the onsite laundry room and bike storage room for added convenience. Our location at 5118 S Dorchester Ave., Chicago, IL 60615 is just a few blocks away from the University of Chicago campus. As a resident, you can enjoy the perks of being close to the best shopping, dining, and entertainment options that Hyde Park has to offer. You'll love living so close to public transit with the CTA bus, Metra, and U-Go shuttle routes all within just a few blocks. As an Ivy Residences community, we take pride in our exceptional customer service. Our professional management and maintenance teams are readily available to assist with any concerns, ensuring that our community is well-maintained and provides a comfortable living environment for our residents. DISCLAIMER: Pictures shown may depict a different apartment home in this apartment community with a similar layout and renovations as advertised. Always check with your leasing consultant for specific amenities and finishes.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:8:30 am - 5:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Shared: Laundry Facilities
    Security
    • Intercom
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Bike Room
    • Elevator
    • On-Site Maintenance
    View description
    • Lake and/or Skyline Views (select apartments)

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave (select apartments)
    • Range: Gas Range
    • Refrigerator
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan
    Other
    • Furnished: Furnished Units Available

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 12
    Pets
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $350 one time fee
    • $25 monthly pet fee
    • Dogs, Cats, small caged animals OK
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $350 one time fee
    • $25 monthly pet fee
    • Dogs, Cats, small caged animals OK
    Parking
    • None

    Special Features

    • Availability 24 Hours
    • Club Discount: Resident Keychain Program
    • Efficient Appliances
    • Pet Friendly
    • Recycling
    • Resident Keychain Program
    • Stainless Steel Appliances (select Apartments)
    • Transportation: Public Transportation
    • Window Coverings

    Neighborhood: Hyde Park

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    94 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    63 / 100
    Good Transit
    83 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Chicago

    GreatSchools rating

    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

    Chicago, IL Rental Market Data

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Ivy Dorchester?

    Ivy Dorchester has a walk score of 94, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of Ivy Dorchester?

    Ivy Dorchester has a transit score of 63, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to Ivy Dorchester?

    The schools assigned to Ivy Dorchester include Shoesmith Elementary School and Kenwood Academy High School.

    Does Ivy Dorchester have in-unit laundry?

    No, but Ivy Dorchester has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is Ivy Dorchester in?

    Ivy Dorchester is in the Hyde Park neighborhood in Chicago, IL.

    What are Ivy Dorchester's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $25 for dogs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $25 for cats.

    There are 5+ floor plans availableWith 69% more variety than properties in the area, you're sure to find a place that fits your lifestyle.