Experience the craftsmanship of early 20th century architectural details: hand-laid Arts & Crafts style mosaic floors, carved-wood banisters and wrought-iron balustrades marked by the flowery emblems of the Art Nouveau style. With bright, updated interiors and natural hardwood floors throughout, these apartments are an ideal space in which to make your home. Large windows provide natural light and ventilation. Limited on-site parking is available. Nearby public transportation and major highways, coupled with the University of Chicago's complimentary shuttle service make the property easily accessible not just to the University, but to the entire city.
Apartment for rent
$1,760/moFees may apply
5053 S Ellis Ave, # 1008-1, Chicago, IL 60615
2beds
875sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 8 2026
Cats, dogs OK
None parking
Wood
What's special
Natural hardwood floors throughoutCarved-wood banistersLimited on-site parkingBright updated interiors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Wood
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Contact manager
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Contact manager
- Exterior features: Contact manager
Details
- Additional structures: Contact manager
- Other equipment: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: 5053 S. Ellis Avenue
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Contact manager
HOA
- Amenities included: Contact manager
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 12 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 7/2/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,760+3.6%$2/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listing removed | $1,699$2/sqft |
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| 6/19/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,699+1.4%$2/sqft |
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| 7/3/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/19/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,675+3.1%$2/sqft |
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| 3/27/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,625+1.6%$2/sqft |
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| 6/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/23/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,600+10.3%$2/sqft |
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| 4/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/8/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,450$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Kenwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Spec SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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