Originally one of Chicago's most elegant 1920's hotels, The Blackwood high-rise apartments in Hyde Park exude the lavishness of the Art Deco style. Restored and updated with modern amenities including a 24-hour gym, laundry center and breathtaking lobby, it is the perfect integration of classic and contemporary living. These Hyde Park rentals offer both 1 bedroom apartments for rent and 2 bedroom apartments for rent. Carefully appointed finishes include granite counters, maple cabinetry, dishwashers, large mirrored closets and central air conditioning. The building's resident lounge, inviting hallways and at-your-service concierge also help make The Blackwood feel like home.
The Blackwood
5200 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Other parking
Air conditioning (central)
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 908 1 bd, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,699 |
 Unit 702 1 bd, 1 ba | 475 | Now | $1,705 |
Unit 1208 1 bd, 1 ba | 450 | Sep 7 | $1,710 |
Unit 808 1 bd, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,710 |
Unit 902 1 bd, 1 ba | 475 | Now | $1,720 |
 Unit 706 1 bd, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,720 |
Unit 1408 1 bd, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,735 |
Unit 1202 1 bd, 1 ba | 475 | Now | $1,740 |
 blwdb102 2 bd, 1 ba | 870 | Now | $1,750+ |
Unit 906 1 bd, 1 ba | 450 | Now | $1,750 |
 Unit 310 2 bd, 1 ba | 660 | Now | $1,899 |
 Unit 201 2 bd, 1 ba | 690 | Oct 4 | $1,910 |
Unit 710 2 bd, 1 ba | 660 | Now | $1,920 |
 Unit 1405 2 bd, 1 ba | 625 | Now | $2,050 |
 Unit 909 2 bd, 2 ba | 900 | Now | $2,370 |
What's special
Large mirrored closetsGranite countersCentral air conditioningMaple cabinetry
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 8 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 9 am - 5 pm |
| Sun: | 11 am - 4 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Fitness Center
- Lounge: Resident Lounge
Other
- Shared: Laundry Center
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage
- Elevator
- Package Service: Parcel Receiving Room
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Stove: Gas Stove
Cooling
- Air Conditioning
- Central
Flooring
- Carpet: Carpet Flooring
- Wood: Wood Flooring
Internet/Satellite
- High-speed Internet Ready: Public Area Wifi
Policies
Parking
- Off Street
- Other
- Parking Available
- Parking Lot
- Surface Lot
Lease terms
- 12
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedNumber allowed2Monthly dog rent$35One-time dog fee$350
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2Monthly cat rent$35One-time cat fee$350
Additional details
Dogs: | Restrictions: "Akita Belgian Malanois Presa Canario Irish Wolf Hound Dogo Argentino Chow Rottweiler Pit Bull Alaskan Malamute Doberman Pinscher German Shephard Siberian Husky Bull Terrier Wolf Hybrid American Staffordshire Terrier"
Cats: | Restrictions: None
Special Features
- Cats Allowed
- Large Dogs Allowed
- On-site Dry Cleaning
- Small Dogs Allowed
- Stone Counters
- Walk In Closets
Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Chicago
Shoesmith Elementary School
Grades K-6 • 0.3 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Kenwood Academy High School
Grades 7-12 • 0.2 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10College Readiness Rating
7/10Student Progress Rating
2/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of The Blackwood?
The Blackwood has a walk score of 95, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of The Blackwood?
The Blackwood has a transit score of 66, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to The Blackwood?
The schools assigned to The Blackwood include Shoesmith Elementary School and Kenwood Academy High School.
Does The Blackwood have in-unit laundry?
No, but The Blackwood has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is The Blackwood in?
The Blackwood is in the Hyde Park neighborhood in Chicago, IL.
What are The Blackwood'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 $35 for cats. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $35 for dogs.
