For SaleHistoric · 125 yrs
550 W Surf St APT 2
Chicago, IL, 60657 • Lake View • Cook County
$225,000
Down payment assistance available
1Beds
1Baths
1901Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1901 · 125 years of history
1-Car Garage
Yes · Deeded · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Just Listed
Listed Apr 9, 2026
$544/mo HOA
Storage · Security Door Lock(s)
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About this home
Condo · Built 1901 · Historic
Welcome to this charming 1 bed, 1 bath garden unit in The Commodore, a classic courtyard building in the heart of East Lakeview. This beautifully maintained unit blends vintage character with modern updates in an unbeatable location. Step inside to find hardwood floors throughout and a spacious, sun-filled living area perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a functional layout ideal for everyday living. The generously sized bedroom offers great closet space, while the convenience of in-unit laundry adds to the home's appeal. Deeded parking available-a rare and valuable feature in this prime Lakeview location. Additional building amenities include bike storage. Located just steps from the lakefront, public transportation, dining, shopping, and everything vibrant East Lakeview has to offer. A perfect opportunity for homeowners or investors alike-don't miss this one!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights generously sized bedroom, beautifully maintained unit, and great closet space as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,026/month
Principal & Interest$1,182
Property Tax$225
Insurance$75
HOA$544
Down payment20% ($45,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $180,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeCondominium, Single Family Residence
Year Built1901
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
HOA$544 monthly
Days on Zillow0
Property
Home typeCondo
Sub-typeCondominium, Single Family Residence
Year built1901
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Deeded, Detached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodLake View
Annual tax$2,835
Parcel14281220171170
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
HOA$544/mo
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Storage
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Washer Hookup
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Deeded
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Other Equipment
TV-Cable
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main14×14 ft196 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Tax rate1.99%
On marketApr 9, 2026
PostedApr 9, 2026
Last sold$131,000
MLS statusNew
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days9
Views153
Favorites5
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60657
Price history
21 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 9, 2026Listed For Sale$225,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 9, 2022Listing Removed——Zillow Rental Network Premium
Sep 6, 2022Listed For Rent$1,800—Zillow Rental Network Premium
Sep 3, 2020Listing Removed$1,600—Fulton Grace Realty
Aug 22, 2020Listed For Rent$1,600—Fulton Grace Realty
Feb 7, 2018Listing Removed$2,295—Fulton Grace Realty
Jan 8, 2018Listed For Rent$2,295—Zillow Rental Manager
Jun 6, 2013Listing Removed$134,900—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lincoln Park Plaza
Jun 5, 2013Pending Sale$134,900—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lincoln Park Plaza
May 30, 2013Sold$131,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 9, 2013Listed For Sale$134,900—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lincoln Park Plaza
Dec 1, 2012Listing Removed$129,900—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Oct 27, 2012Price Change$129,900—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Aug 23, 2012Price Change$144,900—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
May 31, 2012Price Change$149,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Apr 11, 2012Price Change$157,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Feb 22, 2012Price Change$164,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
May 4, 2011Price Change$179,000—Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Mar 6, 2011Listed For Sale$199,000—NRT Chicago
Oct 7, 2004Sold$170,000—Public Record
Jul 11, 2000Sold$117,000—Public Record
Listed For Sale$225,000
Apr 9, 2026•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Sep 9, 2022•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listed For Rent$1,800
Sep 6, 2022•Zillow Rental Network Premium
Listing Removed$1,600
Sep 3, 2020•Fulton Grace Realty
Listed For Rent$1,600
Aug 22, 2020•Fulton Grace Realty
Listing Removed$2,295
Feb 7, 2018•Fulton Grace Realty
Listed For Rent$2,295
Jan 8, 2018•Zillow Rental Manager
Listing Removed$134,900
Jun 6, 2013•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lincoln Park Plaza
Pending Sale$134,900
Jun 5, 2013•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lincoln Park Plaza
Sold$131,000
May 30, 2013•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$134,900
Mar 9, 2013•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lincoln Park Plaza
Listing Removed$129,900
Dec 1, 2012•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Price Change$129,900
Oct 27, 2012•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Price Change$144,900
Aug 23, 2012•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Price Change$149,000
May 31, 2012•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Price Change$157,000
Apr 11, 2012•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Price Change$164,000
Feb 22, 2012•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Price Change$179,000
May 4, 2011•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Gold Coast
Listed For Sale$199,000
Mar 6, 2011•NRT Chicago
Sold$170,000
Oct 7, 2004•Public Record
Sold$117,000
Jul 11, 2000•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$2,887$16,999
Apr 9, 2022$2,793$16,999
Apr 9, 2021$2,749$16,999
Apr 9, 2020$2,559$14,591
Apr 9, 2019$2,522$15,981
Apr 9, 2018$2,478$15,981
Apr 9, 2017$2,048$12,887
Apr 9, 2016$2,081$12,887
Apr 9, 2015$1,881$12,887
Apr 9, 2014$1,659$11,509
Apr 9, 2013$2,326$12,788
Apr 9, 2012$2,451$13,656
Apr 9, 2011$2,355$14,534
Apr 9, 2010$2,557$15,712
Apr 9, 2009$2,565$16,447
Apr 9, 2008$2,130$14,851
Apr 9, 2007$2,109$14,851
Apr 9, 2006$2,132$14,851
Apr 9, 2005$2,162$13,232
Apr 9, 2004$2,140$13,232
Apr 9, 2003$2,094$13,232
Apr 9, 2002$1,640$9,130
Apr 9, 2001$1,581$9,130
Apr 9, 2000$580$9,130
Apr 9, 1999$603$7,788
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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