OFF MARKET

Off market may 2018 for $309K

$408,662

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,065/mo

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1 ba

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1,200

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550 W Surf St #116, Chicago, IL 60657

About this home

Commanding Architecture in Historic Commodore Building in a prime location of Lakeview. Newly rehabbed 2 bedroom condo w/ gracious room sizes. Great flow for a relaxing night at home or when planning to entertain friends. The condo features: 11 ft ceilings, newly installed naturally stained oak hardwood throughout, large oak-trimmed windows, original oak pocket doors, central air/gas forced heat, upgraded light fixtures in living dining, kitchen, & master bedroom. Rehabbed Kitchen w/ 42'' Oak Cabinetry for plenty of storage, granite counters, SS appliances, & breakfast counter for eat in kitchen or great space to work from your laptop. Renovated bathroom with new vanity and tons of storage, granite, marble like tilework, tub/shower combo with sliding door, washer/dryer + newly installed sprinkler system. Additional private storage & bike room in the basement. Parking rental additional cost. 2 month assessment credit w/ right offer. Walk to lake, park, public transit, groceries, etc.

CondoProperty Type

1888Year Built

$341Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Lynn Reidl • Dream Town Real Estate

Bought with Lora Perlman • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09912216

Redfin Estimate

$408,662

$100K since sold in May 2018$3,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 8.5% lower than the average sale price ($447K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$284,549
A
1 bed1 bath911 sq ft
549 W Surf St #2, Chicago, IL 60657
SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$370,000
B
2 beds1 bath1,200 sq ft
550 W Surf St #215, Chicago, IL 60657
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$510,000
C
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
551 W Surf St Unit 3W, Chicago, IL 60657
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$585,000
D
2 beds1.5 baths1,396 sq ft
559 W Surf St #704, Chicago, IL 60657
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$563,500
E
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
2837 N Cambridge Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60657
SOLD JAN 12, 2026
$368,000
F
2 beds1 bath1,126 sq ft
550 W Surf St Unit C316, Chicago, IL 60657

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Market trends in Lake View East, IL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

100.0%

+1.4% MoM

Median sale price

$327K

$23K MoM

Avg. days on market

51d

16 days MoM

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180

11 MoM

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Sale history for 550 W Surf St #116

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09912216

May 9, 2018

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$309,000

$258/sq ft

May 8, 2018

Relisted (Contingent)

—

May 4, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Apr 11, 2018

Listed (New)

$324,000

$270/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09864568

Apr 11, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Sep 19, 2005

Sold

$285,000

$238/sq ft

Public Records

May 28, 2002

Sold

$293,000

$244/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 27, 1998

Sold

$159,000

$133/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,697 (+2.6%)

$4,455 + $23,509

$27,964

2022

$5,553 (+2.3%)

$3,600 + $23,399

$26,999

2021

$5,429 (+4.0%)

$3,600 + $23,399

$26,999

2020

$5,221 (+1.2%)

$2,371 + $21,068

$23,439

2019

$5,158 (+17.4%)

$2,371 + $23,301

$25,672

2018

$4,393 (+17.8%)

$2,371 + $23,301

$25,672

2017

$3,730 (+2.3%)

$2,083 + $18,619

$20,702

2016

$3,646 (+10.1%)

$2,083 + $18,619

$20,702

2015

$3,312 (+12.2%)

$2,083 + $18,619

$20,702

2014

$2,953 (−9.3%)

$1,706 + $16,783

$18,489

2013

$3,257 (−6.6%)

$1,706 + $18,836

$20,542

2012

$3,489 (+0.9%)

$1,706 + $20,232

$21,938

2011

$3,456 (−15.9%)

$2,012 + $21,336

$23,348

2010

$4,107 (−0.3%)

$2,012 + $23,229

$25,241

2009

$4,120 (+20.4%)

$2,012 + $24,409

$26,421

2008

$3,422 (+1.0%)

$1,677 + $22,180

$23,857

2007

$3,388

$1,677 + $22,180

$23,857

Tax history for 550 W Surf St #116

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,697 (+2.6%)

$4,455 + $23,509

$27,964

2022

$5,553 (+2.3%)

$3,600 + $23,399

$26,999

2021

$5,429 (+4.0%)

$3,600 + $23,399

$26,999

2020

$5,221 (+1.2%)

$2,371 + $21,068

$23,439

2019

$5,158 (+17.4%)

$2,371 + $23,301

$25,672

2018

$4,393 (+17.8%)

$2,371 + $23,301

$25,672

2017

$3,730 (+2.3%)

$2,083 + $18,619

$20,702

2016

$3,646 (+10.1%)

$2,083 + $18,619

$20,702

2015

$3,312 (+12.2%)

$2,083 + $18,619

$20,702

2014

$2,953 (−9.3%)

$1,706 + $16,783

$18,489

2013

$3,257 (−6.6%)

$1,706 + $18,836

$20,542

2012

$3,489 (+0.9%)

$1,706 + $20,232

$21,938

2011

$3,456 (−15.9%)

$2,012 + $21,336

$23,348

2010

$4,107 (−0.3%)

$2,012 + $23,229

$25,241

2009

$4,120 (+20.4%)

$2,012 + $24,409

$26,421

2008

$3,422 (+1.0%)

$1,677 + $22,180

$23,857

2007

$3,388

$1,677 + $22,180

$23,857

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,100

Year built

—

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Cook County

APN

14281220171145

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.

RM-6

Residential Multi-Unit District

The RM6 district is a high-density zoning classification that permits mid-rise and high-rise residential buildings in those areas where such building types already exist or where such buildings would be consistent with an area's established development pattern and character.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Religious facility
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Educational / school

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Cars: 1
# of Exterior Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Space(s)
Assigned Parking Spaces, Off-Street Parking
Parking On-Site
Parking Ownership: Fee/Leased
Highest Parking Fee: $200
Lowest Parking Fee: $180

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 2

Master Bedroom Information
Size: 15X13
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 13X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
European Shower

Living Room Information
Size: 24X15
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Window Blinds

Dining Room Information
Combined with Living Room
Size: COMBO
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Kitchen Information
Size: 12X10
Eating Area (Table Space), Pantry (Closet)
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring

Laundry Room Information
Size: 3X4
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring

Additional Rooms Information
Foyer

Additional Room #1 Information
Foyer
Size: 5X4
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring

Equipment
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Cable TV, Intercom, Ceiling Fan

Interior Features
Hardwood Flooring, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage

Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
Central Air Conditioning

Exterior

Building Information
# of Units: 113
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 100+ Years
Brick Exterior, Stone Exterior
Concrete Foundation, Stone Foundation
Tar & Gravel Roof

Property Features
For Investors, Can Owner Rent Unit? (Y/N): Yes

Lot Information
Dimensions: COMMON
Common Grounds

Property Information
# of Rooms: 5
Ownership: Condo
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Rehab Year: 2018
Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Historical District
Parcel Identification Number: 14281220171145

Financial

Financial Information
Tax: $3,646.24
Tax Year: 2016
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Cash

Utilities

Utility Information
Water: Public
Sewer (Public)
Circuit Breakers

Location

Community Information
Manager On-Site
Pets Allowed
Cats OK, Dogs OK
Max Pet Weight: 250

Multi-Family Information
Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator, Storage, On-Site Manager/Engineer, Service Elevator

Homeowners Association Information
Assessments/Association Dues: $512
Frequency: Monthly
Assessment Includes: Includes Water, Includes Common Insurance, Includes Doorman, Includes TV/Cable, Includes Exterior Maintenance, Includes Lawn Care, Includes Scavenger, Includes Snow Removal, Internet Access

School Information
Elementary School: NETTELHORST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District: 299
Junior High: NETTELHORST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Junior High District: 299
High School: LAKE VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
High School District: 299

Location Information
Subdivision: THE COMMODORE
Township: LAKE VIEW
Corporate Limits: CHICAGO
Directions: One block north of Diversey at corner of Broadway and Surf.

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,100
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 14281220171145

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Sale Price Does Not Include Parking
Listing Agent Must Accompany
Possession: Closing, Negotiable
Holds Earnest Money: No
Seller Concessions: No

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Nettelhorst Elementary School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Lake View High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 99° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Chicago, IL • 60657

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$389,000 – $470,000

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Home values near 550 W Surf St #116

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
550 West Surf St Apartment C524, Chicago, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2013 Sq. Ft.	$575,020
550 West Surf St Apartment C211, Chicago, IL - Beds \| 1 Baths \| 360 Sq. Ft.	$183,367

Address	Redfin Estimate
550 West Surf St Apartment 415, Chicago, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$416,123
550 West Surf St Apartment 102, Chicago, IL 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$282,793

Address	Redfin Estimate
550 West Surf St Apartment C611, Chicago, IL 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 280 Sq. Ft.	$154,403
550 West Surf St Apartment C317, Chicago, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$419,500

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