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Hyde Park

Lakefront South Side neighborhood home to the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry and historic architecture.

Property Listings

MLS #: 12504257

$6,290,000

65,000 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5200 S Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12504257

MLS #: 12504259

$2,990,000

5140 S Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12504259

MLS #: 12575960

$2,595,000

7 bd 6.5 ba 7,000 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5235 S University Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12575960

MLS #: 12714609

$1,595,000

5 bd 4.5 ba 4,580 Sq.Ft. Pending

5801 S Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637

MLS®: 12714609

MLS #: 12758344

$1,250,000

5 bd 2.5 ba 4,561 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5650 S Dorchester Avenue Unit: 1, Chicago, IL 60637

MLS®: 12758344

MLS #: 12546280

$1,000,000

4 bd 3 ba 2,898 Sq.Ft. For Sale

836 E 52nd Street, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12546280

MLS #: 12697117

$975,000

3 bd 3.5 ba For Sale

5403 S Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12697117

MLS #: 12677119

$899,900

5 bd 3.5 ba 3,400 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5738-40 S Kenwood Avenue Unit: 3, Chicago, IL 60637

MLS®: 12677119

MLS #: 12662092

$897,500

4 bd 2.5 ba 3,000 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5508 S Kenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637

MLS®: 12662092

MLS #: 12753564

$825,000

3 bd 2 ba 1,629 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5446 S Kimbark Avenue Unit: 2, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12753564

MLS #: 12744089

$799,900

4 bd 3.5 ba 2,098 Sq.Ft. Active Under Contract

5472 S Dorchester Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12744089

MLS #: 12773212

$749,900

4 bd 3.5 ba 3,378 Sq.Ft. For Sale

5114 S Dorchester Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

MLS®: 12773212

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Welcome to Hyde Park

Hyde Park is home to the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry, Jackson Park and a beautiful lakefront — with some of the city's best-value vintage housing.

Homes & Housing

Vintage co-ops and condos, greystone and brick townhomes, and larger historic single-family homes in Kenwood nearby.

Schools

Chicago Public Schools neighborhood assignment by address, the University of Chicago Lab Schools (private) and selective-enrollment options.

Getting Around

Metra Electric (55th–56th–57th and 59th stations) to downtown in about 15 minutes, Lake Shore Drive and CTA buses.

The SpaceMatch Take

Buyers: co-op buildings are common here — financing and board approval work differently, and we'll explain both.

Overview for Hyde Park, IL

29,576 people live in Hyde Park, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $60,932. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,576

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$60,932

Average individual Income

Around Hyde Park, IL

There's plenty to do around Hyde Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

89

Very Walkable

Walking Score

97

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score

66

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Williams Talent, Precision Brows by Keka, and About You Permanent Hair Removal.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Williams Talent page on Yelp	Dining	0.68 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Precision Brows by Keka page on Yelp Search 1380 E 53rd St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.35 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the About You Permanent Hair Removal page on Yelp Search 1525 E 53rd St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.43 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Page Too Hair Design page on Yelp Search 1007 E 53rd St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.47 miles	5 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the M.L.S. Grooming page on Yelp Search 1614 E 53rd St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.52 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Cut Quo Barber page on Yelp Search 1431 E Hyde Park Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.54 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Hyde Park, IL

Population Households Employment

Hyde Park has 14,893 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Hyde Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,576 people call Hyde Park home. The population density is 27,314 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

29,576

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35 years

Median Age

45 / 55%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

14,893

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$60,932

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Hyde Park, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Hyde Park. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

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