Beautifully maintained 2BED / 1BATH Condo in the heart of East Lakeview!!! This unit has a little bit of everything: Vintage charm as well as many impressive yet elegant upgrades. Although below grade, this property not a full Garden, and it provides ample natural light, having three exposures. Windows have gorgeous wood framing throughout, with open and tilt-in features, and all operate extremely well. Living Room and Primary Bedroom have bay windows to maximize brightness. Both Bedrooms have newer laminate flooring, while the living area maintains its original Oak H/W floors. Bathroom floor tile freshly grouted, and shower wall tile just sealed. Fresh paint in many areas. Kitchen boasts granite countertops, newer Refrigerator and Dishwasher. Brand new W/D, barely used. Furnace and A/C are older, though completely functional. Vapor barrier behind Bedroom walls with drain tile and sump pump. NO LEAKS anywhere! Nest thermostat included. TV and table/hutch in the Kitchen to stay. Huge 10X5 Storage closet, Cable, lightning-fast Wi-Fi, Receiving Room, and a bike storage space included in the Assessment of 568.72. No Specials planned or levied. HOA has been run brilliantly as of late. Reserve of 800K, with another 300K+ in operating cash. All planned projects are fully budgeted. Pet-friendly. No rental cap! Easy parking options include renting a space from a neighbor across the street at 569 W Surf, or renting a space just across Broadway at SP+ Parking. Living in the charming and historic Commodore building allows walkability to almost anywhere: Public transportation, restaurants, bars, cafes, shopping, and so much more!
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$279,000
550 W Surf St #C-005, Chicago, IL 60657
2beds
1,100sqft
Condominium, Apartment, Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
-- sqft lot
$296,100 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$3,151 Estimated rent
Home value
$296,100
$264,000 - $332,000
$3,151/mo
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Bay windowsAmple natural lightVintage charmThree exposuresGranite countertopsGorgeous wood framingNewer laminate flooring
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Listing courtesy of:
Michael John Ferry, ABR,BPOR,SFR 773-230-9196,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Bryan Dominguez
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12333173
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Blinds, Screens, Some Tilt-In Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds, Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Blinds, Screens, Some Tilt-In Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X9
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X4
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Screens)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Blinds, Screens, Some Tilt-In Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- Storage, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Screens, Drapes
- Basement: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,100
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 14281220171090
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Apartment, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $569 monthly
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s), High Speed Conn.
- Services included: Water, Insurance, Cable TV, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2025 | Sold | $279,000$254/sqft |
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| 5/3/2025 | Pending sale | $279,000$254/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Contingent | $279,000$254/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $279,000+41.6%$254/sqft |
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| 3/18/2015 | Sold | $197,000-1.3%$179/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08760791 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2014 | Price change | $199,650-4.9%$182/sqft |
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| 10/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $209,900+5%$191/sqft |
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| 3/18/2011 | Sold | $200,000-3.1%$182/sqft |
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| 11/27/2006 | Sold | $206,500+60.1%$188/sqft |
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| 5/19/2000 | Sold | $129,000+29%$117/sqft |
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| 9/30/1994 | Sold | $100,000$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $22,220 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $4,220 +2.6% | $19,999 |
| 2022 | $4,113 +2.3% | $19,999 |
| 2021 | $4,022 +1.4% | $19,999 +12.3% |
| 2020 | $3,967 +1.2% | $17,808 -8.7% |
| 2019 | $3,919 +1.7% | $19,505 |
| 2018 | $3,853 +13.8% | $19,505 +24% |
| 2017 | $3,386 +7.5% | $15,730 |
| 2016 | $3,151 +9.3% | $15,730 |
| 2015 | $2,882 +10.6% | $15,730 +12% |
| 2014 | $2,606 -8.2% | $14,048 -10% |
| 2013 | $2,839 -5.1% | $15,608 -6.4% |
| 2012 | $2,991 +17.4% | $16,668 -6% |
| 2011 | $2,547 -5.9% | $17,739 -7.5% |
| 2010 | $2,706 +14% | $19,177 -4.5% |
| 2009 | $2,373 +2.8% | $20,074 +10.7% |
| 2008 | $2,308 +3.2% | $18,126 |
| 2007 | $2,237 +39.9% | $18,126 |
| 2006 | $1,599 -39.4% | $18,126 +12.2% |
| 2005 | $2,639 +1% | $16,151 |
| 2004 | $2,612 +2.2% | $16,151 |
| 2003 | $2,556 +27.6% | $16,151 +44.9% |
| 2002 | $2,002 +3.7% | $11,144 |
| 2001 | $1,930 +5.7% | $11,144 |
| 2000 | $1,826 -0.7% | $11,144 +17.2% |
| 1999 | $1,838 | $9,505 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lake View
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Nettelhorst Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Lake View High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- Middle: Nettelhorst Elementary School
- High: Lake View High School
- 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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