Ivy Villas offers studio, one and two-bedroom apartments near UChicago and public transit. Choose from varying levels of renovations, from fully updated to vintage, to find the perfect apartment home for you. All apartments can come with furniture at an additional cost.Renovated apartments may include wood flooring, ceiling fans, and contemporary fixtures. Kitchen renovations may feature stainless steel appliances, updated cabinets, stone countertops, and subway tile backsplashes. Our residents enjoy several amenities within our community:Recently updated intercom systemShared laundry room with card readerTwo elevators provide added convenienceCommunity bike room for storing bicycles and scootersRenovated lounge with study areasPrivate courtyard with benches to read atBluelight security tower directly outside for added peace of mindWhy Ivy Villas?With a WalkScore of 93, Ivy Villas makes getting around Hyde Park simple. Living near The University of Chicago means that most everyday conveniences lie within a half-mile of your front door. Theres no need for a car when your trip to the grocery store or to grab lunch is under a 5-minute walk. Ivy Residences also offers bikes to all residents during their stay with us. Use your assigned bike as much as youd like, and return it to our office when you move out. Hyde Park is a very bike-friendly area, and youll love riding along the Lakefront Trail in the warmer months. Ask your Sales Consultant for more details on our bike program. If you need to get out of the neighborhood, thats no problem. Walk to four different CTA bus stops in under 5 minutes. Hopping on the Metra train into the Loop takes less than 20 minutes. Chicago weather is erratic, so its good to have other options. If you work or study at The University of Chicago, you may access the campus shuttle. The UGo shuttles Friend Center Metra Route (blue) picks you up right outside, while the 53rd St Express (green) stops just 2 blocks away on Lake Park Blvd. Disclaimer: Pictures shown may vary from our current availability in this community. Please contact our sales team for specific details on the layout and finishes of your preferred apartment home.