Welcome to this charming condo featuring hardwood flooring throughout and plenty of character. The spacious living room offers a decorative fireplace with a full mantle, built-ins, recessed lighting, and a bright, cheerful sunroom. A large formal dining room includes a built-in buffet and additional recessed lighting, making it perfect for entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops, 42-inch cabinetry, stainless steel refrigerator and dishwasher, and convenient front-loading Miele washer and dryer. Generous closet space provides plenty of storage throughout the home. Step outside to the deck just off the kitchen and enjoy views of the yard. Ideally located near a variety of restaurants, dining, and everyday conveniences, with the lake just a short distance away.
New
$225,000
549 W Surf St #2, Chicago, IL 60657
1beds
911sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
-- sqft lot
$331,000 Zestimate®
$247/sqft
$535/mo HOA
What's special
Recessed lightingViews of the yardLarge formal dining roomBright cheerful sunroomGranite countertopsHardwood flooring throughoutBuilt-in buffet
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Listed by:
Melissa Walsh 630-272-7263,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group,
Steven Erazo 914-330-7081,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12743624
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Sun Room, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X09
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X07
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Storage, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 911
- Total interior livable area: 911 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
Details
- Parcel number: 14281220181015
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Coin Laundry, Storage
- Services included: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $535 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $247/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $284,770
- Annual tax amount: $4,575
- Date on market: 8/27/2026
- Ownership: Condo
Estimated market value
$331,000
$298,000 - $367,000
$2,919/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+21.6%$247/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12743624 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2012 | Sold | $185,000-5.1%$203/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07994584 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2012 | Price change | $194,900-7.1%$214/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake View #07994584 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $209,900-8.3%$230/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake View #07994584 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2004 | Sold | $229,000$251/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,059 +10.6% | $28,477 +13.9% |
| 2023 | $4,575 +3.1% | $24,999 |
| 2022 | $4,438 +1.9% | $24,999 |
| 2021 | $4,357 -10.2% | $24,999 +0.4% |
| 2020 | $4,854 +1.4% | $24,892 -8.7% |
| 2019 | $4,789 +1.7% | $27,264 |
| 2018 | $4,707 +30.1% | $27,264 +35.1% |
| 2017 | $3,618 +2.1% | $20,181 |
| 2016 | $3,542 +10.1% | $20,181 |
| 2015 | $3,217 -21% | $20,181 -17.7% |
| 2014 | $4,071 +2.3% | $24,512 |
| 2013 | $3,980 +0.7% | $24,512 |
| 2012 | $3,951 +14.5% | $24,512 -3.2% |
| 2011 | $3,449 +3.5% | $25,326 |
| 2010 | $3,332 +10.2% | $25,326 |
| 2009 | $3,024 +6.8% | $25,326 -4.2% |
| 2008 | $2,830 +15.2% | $26,445 |
| 2007 | $2,457 +6.9% | $26,445 |
| 2006 | $2,298 -8.7% | $26,445 +16.4% |
| 2005 | $2,516 -31.5% | $22,720 |
| 2004 | $3,675 +59.2% | $22,720 |
| 2003 | $2,309 -6.6% | $22,720 +65.2% |
| 2002 | $2,471 +8.2% | $13,755 |
| 2001 | $2,284 +20.3% | $13,755 -9.6% |
| 2000 | $1,898 0% | $15,216 +28.1% |
| 1999 | $1,899 | $11,881 |
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Neighborhood: Lake View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Nettelhorst Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Lake View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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