The Chicago Plan Commission has approved plans for the mixed-use expansion of the XS Tennis and Education Foundation campus in Washington Park. Located at 5301 South State Street, the proposal will replace a large vacant lot at the corner of East 53rd Street, across from the existing tennis village.
Site context map of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
Rendering of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
The project is being led by the foundation in partnership with Center Court Development LLC, working alongside local firm SEEK Design + Architecture. Plans call for two buildings on the nearly block-long site. These structures will share a central drop-off loop and a small landscaped plaza, with a sidewalk leading to parking lots at the rear.
Rendering of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
Rendering of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
The northern building, located at the street corner, will be a six-story, 75-foot-tall Hyatt Studios hotel with 125 rooms. It will feature a corner retail space, fitness room, laundry room, indoor pool, multipurpose room, and a small rooftop deck on the second floor. Aimed at both short- and extended-stay guests, the hotel will also offer access to a 45-vehicle parking lot.
Floor plans of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
To the south, the five-story, 64-foot-tall XS Tennis Residences will contain 51 units—22 one-bedroom and 29 two-bedroom layouts—all designated as affordable housing. The building will include a large café, lounge, outdoor deck, and a four-court indoor pickleball center. A 24-space parking lot will be located at the rear.
Rendering of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
Rendering of XS Hotel + Residences by SEEK Design + Architecture
Clad in a mix of white brick and metal panels with copper accents, the buildings will feature small setbacks and incorporate native landscaping in the green spaces. The hotel is expected to cost $25 million, while the residences will cost $16 million. A project timeline has not yet been announced, as it still requires final approval from the city.
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Excellent development. Washington Park has a great potential!