Chicago, IL·District 299
Homes in the
King College Prep district.
A selective-enrollment college prep in historic Kenwood, home of the Jaguars and one of Chicago's proudest basketball traditions.
- Homes for sale
- 1
- Typical list
- $325,000
- Most expensive
- $325,000
- Most affordable
- $325,000
4548 INDIANA Avenue →
4548 INDIANA Avenue →
Jaguars · Black & Gold · 988 students · Chicago Public League
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The King College Prep area, by the numbers
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Homes for sale now
1
Typical list price
$325,000
Avg time on market
40 days
Sold in the last year
1
Typical sale price · last 90 days
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Living near King College Prep
The area, not just the school
Kenwood is one of Chicago's grand old lakefront neighborhoods, and living here means waking up among some of the most beautiful architecture on the South Side. Tree-lined streets are dotted with stately mansions, vintage greystones, Prairie School masterpieces, and Queen Anne and Colonial Revival homes, many dating to the late 1800s when the area drew the city's wealthiest families. The southern stretch sits within the landmarked Hyde Park-Kenwood Historic District, so the character is protected and enduring. Just to the east, Lake Michigan defines daily life: Promontory Point delivers sweeping skyline and water views and connects to the miles-long Lakefront Trail.
Location is a big part of the appeal here. Kenwood sits directly north of Hyde Park, putting the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry, and the cultural energy of the campus within easy reach, while historic Bronzeville borders the community to the north and west. Commuters love the Metra Electric Line and Lake Shore Drive, both offering a quick and reliable path to downtown, complemented by nearby CTA bus and Green Line service. It is a rare combination: a quiet, established, architecturally significant enclave that still keeps you minutes from the lake, the Loop, and world-class institutions.
🎓Selective-enrollment college prep
One of ten selective-enrollment high schools in Chicago Public Schools.
🐆Jaguars, Black & Gold
Competes in the Chicago Public League (IHSA).
🏀Three state basketball titles
IHSA Class AA champions in 1986, 1990, and 1993 under Sonny Cox.
📍Historic Kenwood
On the South Side near Hyde Park and the Lake Michigan lakefront.
🏛️Opened 1971
Became a selective-enrollment college prep in 2000-2001.
👥About 988 students
Grades 9 to 12 (2025-26).
The school
About Martin Luther King Jr. College Prep High School
King College Prep opened in 1971 as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. High School, a neighborhood high school dedicated to the slain civil rights leader by Mayor Richard J. Daley in October 1971. The school grew out of the former Forrestville High School, founded in 1964, as enrollment in the surrounding Kenwood, Grand Boulevard, and Oakland communities outstripped that older building. During the 2000-2001 school year the school converted to a selective-enrollment magnet and was renamed Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. College Preparatory High School, requiring students to apply for admission based on academic achievement and test scores.
King is one of Chicago Public Schools' ten selective-enrollment high schools, so admission is competitive and based on academic records and entrance test scores. Honors and Advanced Placement courses are offered in every subject area, with college coursework available through university partners and advanced tracks in the visual and performing arts, including band, dance, drama, graphic arts, and vocal music.
King competes in the Chicago Public League and is best known for boys basketball. Under legendary coach Landon 'Sonny' Cox, the Jaguars won three IHSA Class AA state championships and produced multiple Illinois Mr. Basketball honorees and nationally ranked teams, including an undefeated 32-0 title team in 1990.
- District
- District 299
- Founded
- 1971
- Principal
- Brian Kelly
- Conference
- Chicago Public League
- Address
- 4445 S Drexel Blvd, Chicago, IL 60653
Trophy case
- 🏆 Boys Basketball Class AA · 1986
- 🏆 Boys Basketball Class AA · 1990
- 🏆 Boys Basketball Class AA · 1993
Notable alumni
- Michael Clarke Duncan. Academy Award-nominated actor known for 'The Green Mile' and 'Armageddon.'
- Jeff Allen. NFL offensive lineman for the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs.
- Efrem Winters. MVP of the 1982 McDonald's All-American game and a University of Illinois standout.
- Marcus Liberty. Member of Illinois' 1989 'Flyin' Illini' and a former NBA forward.
- Rashard Griffith. Seven-foot center who led King to a state title and played professionally in Europe.
Facts on this page sourced from Wikipedia and the District District 299 website. Last verified 2026-07-05.
Listings filtered by the school the MRED listing agent assigned. Roughly 7 in 10 active listings have this field populated; the remaining listings will surface once the school-district boundary pipeline ships. School assignment is not a guarantee. Always verify with the district before writing an offer.
The questions buyers actually ask
King College Prep FAQ
The questions I get most from buyers shopping the King College Prep district. If yours isn't here, text 224-385-8779, same-day reply.
- Is King College Prep a selective-enrollment school?
- Yes. King is one of Chicago Public Schools' ten selective-enrollment high schools, so students apply and are admitted based on academic achievement and entrance test scores.
- What neighborhood is King College Prep in?
- It sits in the historic Kenwood neighborhood on Chicago's South Side, at 4445 S Drexel Blvd, just north of Hyde Park and near the Lake Michigan lakefront.
- What is King College Prep known for in sports?
- Boys basketball. Under coach Landon 'Sonny' Cox the Jaguars won three IHSA state championships in 1986, 1990, and 1993, including a 32-0 undefeated season in 1990, and produced several college and NBA players.
- Who are some notable King College Prep alumni?
- Alumni include actor Michael Clarke Duncan, NFL lineman Jeff Allen, and former college and pro basketball players Efrem Winters, Marcus Liberty, and Rashard Griffith.
- How do I find homes near King College Prep?
- The listings on this page are filtered to homes whose MRED listing agent assigned King as the high school. Because King is selective-enrollment, students apply from across the city rather than by attendance boundary. Always confirm details with Chicago Public Schools. For alerts on new homes in Kenwood, text 224-385-8779.
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