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Large family home near University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Rates from USD $7000 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From September 1, 2026 until August 31, 2027

Description

Large historic family home with garden walking distance to University of Chicago. Great for kids with table tennis, pool table and croquet in the large garden. Walking distance to Kenwood Academy and the University's Lab School as well as restaurants and shops. 10min walk to the lake and very close to park with tennis and more. On the third floor is a separate apartment with its own kitchen and bathroom. We are open to renting the whole house or --for a lower rent-- just the first two floors (which have 3 bedrooms) and us using the top floor when we are in town.

Bedrooms
5

Bathrooms
3

Offices
2

Size
6,500 ft2

Suited For
6

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 1, 2026 until August 31, 2027

Minimum Stay

4 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: This a large house and a top floor apartment. For lower rent we are happy to discuss a shared arrangement where we visit top apartment occasionally.

Location

House in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Closest University

The University of Chicago

Neighborhood

Kenwood/Hyde Park

Nearby Cities

Chicago

Comments: Beautiful green neighborhood, easy walk to University of Chicago

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Ocean or Lake
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $7000 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are not included

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: Rent options: Entire house $7,000 + utilities | Main home $5,000 + shared utilities | Upstairs apartment $3,500 + shared utilities (no separate entrance for apartment from main home)

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with plants or garden

If you feel up to it, cutting the lawn would be useful

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

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Listing Owner

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