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Property Description
Rare unit available in the historic Dorridge Condominiums across from the Murray School encompassing the entire south end of the 54th St. block between Ridgewood Court and Dorchester. This top floor home has unrestricted views to the north and the east with wonderful light pouring in through large windows. It is the footprint of a 2 bedroom, but the wall was removed to make a glorious space of the living room with an adjacent office/den. The den still has a closet, so it could be easily closed up again to create a 2nd bedroom. The gas fired fireplace is the original brick surround and mantle with built-in shelves flanking each side. Off the living room is a door to the 47 sq ft balcony in the northeast corner of the building which affords the best views. The dining room has a triple bay window and is open to the kitchen through an opening finished with serving shelves. The genuine hardwood floors in all of the common areas gleam. The bedroom is covered in carpet and the kitchen and bath have ceramic tiled floors. The eat-in kitchen has stainless steel appliances, stainless steel and granite countertops and room for a table and chairs near the door leading out to the back porch and stairs to the basement. In the basement of the building is a common laundry room and individual storage rooms for the owners as well as space for bicycles. Owners are permitted to install washers and dryers in their units as well. The location is unbeatable. Just a block to the north is the South Side's foodie heaven of 53rd with restaurants ranging from coffee shops and ethnic fare to Michelin noted fine dining. Target, CVS and the Kimbark Plaza are close by. The Nichols Park, known for its wildflower gardens, playgrounds and dog walkers is just two blocks away, with the Hyde Park Neighborhood Center at the 55th St end of the Park. To the east is the Hyde Park Shopping Center with the Ace Hardware, Trader Joes, Walgreens, the recently opened Barnes and Noble and more delightful restaurants. It's an easy walk or roll to the University of Chicago and Hospitals, the Lakefront and Promontory Point, the Museum of Science and Industry and the soon to open Obama Center. The building is in the Ray and Kenwood Schools' boundaries. The Murray Language Academy across the street is not a neighborhood school. Applicants are selected by random computerized lottery. However, it has queue priorities: Sibling Preference, Staff Priority, and Proximity Preference coming in 3rd. There wouldn't be a location with more proximity than the Dorridge! Buses and the Metra trains are all easy to reach including the University's campus buses. Altogether a great condo in a great spot in Hyde Park.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5400 S Dorchester Ave #3
General
- Price: $235,000
- HOA FEE: $663/month
- Taxes: $2,579 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12637888
- Updated: 5/5/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage, Security Door Lock(s), Laundry, Fencing
- Equipment: Cable TV, Intercom, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting
Location
- Area: CHI - Hyde Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: Dorchester is one way south. Enter it from 53rd or 54th. Building is on the southwest corner of 54th and Dorchester. The front entrance is on Dorchester. It is right across the street from the Murray Language Academy and short blocks from both the restaurants and shops on 53rd (including Target) and the those in the Hyde Park Shopping Center with Trader Joes, Walgreens, Ace Hardware and the new Barnes and Noble.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Ray Elementary School
- Middle School: Ray Elementary School
- High School: Kenwood Academy High School
- Private School: Kenwood Academy High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: Forth Group
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
- Onsite: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo, Flat, Vintage
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Common Walls: End Unit
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Blinds, Double Pane Windows
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Entry Floor Number: 3
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,164
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1917
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 16
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
- Lot Features: Common Grounds, Corner Lot
Animals
- Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $663
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 1917
- Tax Amount: $2,579.26
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Documents Avail.: Declarations/Bylaws, Floor Plan, Tax Bill
- Property ID: 20114230681003
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Schools
Schools serving 5400 S Dorchester Ave #3
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ray Elementary School 5631 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | 7-8 | 0.4 mi |
Kenwood Academy High School 5015 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5400 S Dorchester Ave #3
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/04/2026
Listed
$235,000
150%
MLS
6/01/1998
Sold
$94,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5400 S Dorchester Ave #3
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,990
—
$19,387
-3%
2023
$2,990
4%
$20,090
—
2022
$2,866
1%
$20,090
—
2021
$2,834
19%
$20,090
24%
2020
$2,380
3%
$16,266
-8%
2019
$2,319
2%
$17,715
—
2018
$2,278
-21%
$17,715
6%
2017
$2,883
1%
$16,767
—
2016
$2,858
10%
$16,767
—
2015
$2,592
24%
$16,767
21%
2014
$2,089
3%
$13,830
—
2013
$2,037
—
$13,830
—
2012
$2,034
—
$13,830
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5400 S Dorchester Avenue #3, Chicago, IL 60615 (MLS# 12637888) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5400 S Dorchester Avenue #3 is currently listed for $235,000 and was received on May 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 5400 S Dorchester Avenue #3? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Hyde Park? You can browse all Hyde Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

