Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this stunning top-floor penthouse in the iconic Commodore building. Featuring gorgeous exposed brick walls, rich hardwood floors, four skylights, and a beautifully maintained living space, this turnkey home is truly one of a kind. Combining character with modern comfort, the spacious living room boasts a decorative fireplace, recessed lighting, and a skylight that floods the space with natural light. The open-concept layout flows seamlessly into a sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ample storage. Both bedrooms are exceptionally large, each with custom-organized walk-in closets. The primary suite showcases beautiful bay windows and an en-suite bath with large closets and hall access. Additional highlights include solid core doors, generous in-unit storage, in-unit laundry, an on-site deeded parking spot, and additional storage in the basement. This professionally managed, all-brick elevator building offers a bike room and on-site engineering. Pet-friendly and investor-friendly, this home is perfectly situated in the heart of vibrant East Lakeview-just steps from top-rated restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, nightlife, shopping, Target, Trader Joe's, Mariano's, Lincoln Park, Diversey Driving Range, the Diversey & Wellington L stops, multiple bus lines, and so much more!
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$415,000
550 W Surf St #524, Chicago, IL 60657
2beds
2,013sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1897
-- sqft lot
$415,400 Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$4,993 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 16, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Daniel Fowler 773-517-9250,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Matt Laricy
Americorp, Ltd
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12385756

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,013 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Additional parcels included: 14281220171194
- Parcel number: 14281220171192
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Sprinkler System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Chicago
- Subdivision: Commodore
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,301 monthly
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Parking, Insurance, Security, Cable TV, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Services availability
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