Windermere House

Lived here 3 years till we moved to Florida ,
It was very peaceful
The staff was great !
It was. Nice having a gorgeous. Lobby to relax in ‚
I miss it.
Even through we’re in a better climate,
I’ll always remember good Ohhh Windermere !
We was on the 3d floor,
Always wondered how the nice view would be higher !
I loved the location,
Everything at your. Finger tips!
Piccalo mondo. We loved. ,
The staff always made sure your happy!
Hyde park is the best location. In Chicago !!!

Wonderful place! I lived here for 5 years for my entire PhD program at the Univ of Chicago and wholeheartedly recommend Windermere.
Advantages:
–Beautiful units with views overlooking the lake, downtown, & Jackson Park
−24÷7 doorman who are friendly and competent (Jarell, Cathy, & Freddie are all great) and can sign for packages
–Management is great; Paul Schultz is knowledgeable, responsive to inquiries/​requests, and personable with residents
–Maintenance responds very promptly to facilities requests
–Free wifi & coffee in the lobby
–Free internet in the apts (ethernet required; wifi or increased speed are extra)
–Laundry rooms on every floor (2 washers/​2 dryers, $ 1.25 a load)
–Small fitness center with treadmills, stationary bike, elliptical, & some weights for those times you want a quick workout without going outside
–Parking lot next door (for a fee), but free parking available on the streets
–Treasure Island, Walgreens, Office Depot, and many restaurants nearby (Italian, Thai, Japanese, Korean, & Mexican, etc)
–Literally right next to public transit downtown (CTA #6, Metra Electric) with other express buses a couple blocks away (CTA #2, 10) and another bus door-​to-​door to/​from Midway airport (CTA #55)
–Pleasant 1 mile walk from the Univ of Chicago campus; 1 block away from the CTA #171 campus bus
–UofC evening «Central Route» shuttle from campus stops right in front of the building
–¼ mile from the lakefront path (and 57^th St beach)… perfect for running, biking, or talking a walk to the Point
Downsides:
–Elevators are out of service from time to time, but they will be completely renovated very soon
–No running water in the apartments on 2 evenings due to water pump problems, but this was promptly fixed by the morning
–Rain water leaked through my ceiling on 2 occasions following severe storms (I lived on the top floor), but facilities attended to the issue promptly
–Steam heat is released to the units when the outdoor temperature reaches a certain threshold, but before it gets to that point, your hands may be cold for a couple days
–Small stove/​oven and no dishwasher in studio apts, but that’s pretty typical
Overall, the advantages far outweighed the few inconveniences that I experienced. Windermere is truly a wonderful place to live with its prime location in Hyde Park, and I couldn’t have imagined living elsewhere during my time at UofC.

My partner and I moved to the Windermere while attending the University of Chicago as graduate students and we both really love living here.
Though on the older side, the apartment well-​maintained and spacious by Hyde Park standards. Most units don’t have dishwashers, but there is a washer and dryer on every floor and parking spaces are available for rental. The apartments are well insulated, so there is not a lot sounds that carries through the walls. Our only problem with the unit has been a slow drain, which was fixed withing 2 days of our maintenance request. The building also has a small gym and storage available. The building itself is lovely and atmosphere.
The staff at the WIndermere is lovely. The 24 hour front staff is super friendly, and Paul the manager is very responsive and efficient. The other residents are lovely, and a combination of students, families, and long-​time Hyde Parkers.
In addition to the building itself, the location is FANTASTIC. It is within a mile an entry onto Lake Shore Drive, down the block from the Metra, and across the street from several bus lines that go straight downtown and to the the UChicago campus. The late night Central bus from UChicago also runs by the front door, so you have great access to campus. It is across the street from the Museum of Science and Industry, within a 10 minute walk to the Point, and it has a spacious and pretty park in front of it. The Hyde Park 55^th Street Corridor runs behind the building, so you are within walking distance of several restaurants, a grocery store, a bar, and a small grocery shop that stays open 2am.
We have really enjoyed living here and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to move to Hyde Park.

My girlfriend and I found ourselves in Chicago for a few months this summer, and ended up subletting a really lovely apartment in the Windermere House. The apartment building is gorgeous, and to my mind, a real value. I’m not quite sure how it fares in comparison to other properties in Hyde Park, but as compared with Boston real estate, it felt like a steal.
Our apartment was airy, spacious, and very comfortable. Moreover, there’s something really great about coming home to a building with a gorgeous façade and a desk attendant ²⁴⁄₇. (Also, the elevators are seriously atmospheric.) The property is managed by a very caring, kind, and accommodating staff; we felt very much at home during our stay. If it’s possible to generalize about these things, every other tenant we met was very friendly — there’s a great, diverse crowd in the building. I’d be very pleased to have the opportunity for a longer lease in the future.
The location, by the way, is great: I worked on the University of Chicago campus, which is a pleasant 10 – 15 minute walk away, and the 6 and the X28 buses (as well as the Metra) are just a minute or two from the building, making for some very convenient downtown access. Very close to Treasure Island, and a longer, pleasant walk takes you to Hyde Park Produce (which is a much nicer store).
In short, fantastic place!

The Windermere is a beautiful apartment complex that I am very happy to be leasing. The staff is attentive and responsive. The move-​in process is especially easy, and they accept lease payments via credit card, which means that I get frequent flier miles while paying my rent. The building is a historical landmark, so the maintainence crew ensures that any problems are immediately rectified. Furthermore, the building is safe and secure, one of the most pressing concerns for me when choosing an apartment. Finally, the building is conveniently located near multiple means of public transit, including the 171, 6, and the 55 (as well as multiple university shuttles). Overall, I am pleased with my experience and look forward to my time in the building.

Pros:
– Attentive building staff and 24-​hour doorman
– Fitness center (it’s pretty bare-​bones, but a few treadmills and some weights go a long way)
– Right next to several bus stops to go downtown
– Demographically and racially diverse building– it’s a blend of young families, retirees, University students and University employees
– Decent value for the area and for what you get for what you pay
– Spacious apartments
Cons:
– With the Red Line on the South Side being temporarily closed for repairs this fall, the commute from Hyde Park to the Loop isn’t going to get any easier
– As an older building, the apartment can get a bit drafty and the elevators need constant repair
– Laundry costs $ 1.25 for a wash and $ 1.25 for a dry