For Sale43d on marketHistoric · 114 yrs

540 N Lake Shore Dr APT 420

Chicago, IL, 60611 • Streeterville • Cook County

$950,000

$279/sqft

Down payment assistance available

3Beds

3Baths

3,400Sqft

1912Built

Property DNA

4 highlights

Waterfront Property

Direct water access

Scenic Views

Water · Front of Property

Character Home

Built 1912 · 114 years of history

1-Car Garage

Yes · Leased · Attached · Garage

This home is getting attention

Listed 43 days ago · 2,198 views · 69 saves

Market activity

Demand and pricing signals for this listing

2,198 views

People checking out this listing

69 saves

Buyers have saved this home

43 days on market

Established listing

$279/sqft

Price per square foot

About this home

Condo · Built 1912 · Historic

Rare offering on Lake Shore Drive: a one-of-a-kind three-unit conversion in the only loft building on LSD with unobstructed views of Lake Michigan, Navy Pier, and the fireworks. This unique space is ready for you to make it your own! One of the largest units in the building, this home features 12' ceilings, a true timber loft aesthetic with exposed brick, and an open layout framed by oversized windows ideal for entertaining. Thoughtful upgrades include additional soundproofing in the bedrooms, poured concrete counters, and sustainable cork flooring. Ample storage as well as washer and dryer in unit. Full-amenity building with a 24/7 door staff, exercise room, and a sundeck with sweeping views. Attached parking available for rent. Prime Streeterville location just steps to the lakefront, Navy Pier, the Riverwalk, and Michigan Avenue.

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights sundeck with sweeping views, ample storage, and sustainable cork flooring as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$8,281/month

Principal & Interest$4,578

Property Tax$950

Insurance$317

HOA$2,436

Down payment20% ($190,000)

3%50%

Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $760,000 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeCondominium, Apartment, Single Family Residence

Year Built1912

HeatingBaseboard

CoolingCentral Air

Parking1 Attached Garage space

HOA$2,436 monthly

Days on Zillow43 Days

Price/sqft$279

Property

Home typeCondo

Sub-typeCondominium, Apartment, Single Family Residence

Year built1912

Systems

HeatingBaseboard

CoolingCentral Air

ConstructionBrick

Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingYes, Leased, Attached, Garage

Garage1 spaces

BasementNone

Location & Tax

NeighborhoodStreeterville

Annual tax$18,097

Parcel17102110211117

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths2

HOA$2,436/mo

Features & details

9 categories of property features

Interior Features

Interior

Beamed Ceilings

Appliances

Microwave

Range

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

Central Air

Laundry

In Unit

Accessibility

No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking

Yes

Leased

Attached

Garage

Construction

Brick

Views

Water

Front of Property

Room details

19 rooms detailed

Master Bedroom

Main

16×17 ft272 sqft

Bathroom (Full)

Bedroom2

Main

17×17 ft289 sqft

Bedroom3

Main

22×20 ft440 sqft

Bedroom4

Other

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusFor Sale

Days on market43

Est. value$908,800

Est. rent$6,777/mo

Tax rate1.99%

Price/sqft$279

On marketFeb 24, 2026

PostedFeb 24, 2026

MLS statusActive

MLS updatedApr 6, 2026

Tour days9

Favorites69

How are the schools in Chicago?

2 schools rated nearby

Ogden Elementary School

Primary • Public • PK-8

0.9 mi

Wells Community Academy High School

High • Public • 9-12

2.8 mi

Location

Chicago, IL, 60611

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Price history

3 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Feb 24, 2026Listed For Sale$950,000$279MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Dec 24, 2025Listing Removed$950,000$279Engel & Volkers

Jun 26, 2025Listed For Sale$950,000$279MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Listed For Sale$950,000

Feb 24, 2026•$279/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Listing Removed$950,000

Dec 24, 2025•$279/sqft•Engel & Volkers

Listed For Sale$950,000

Jun 26, 2025•$279/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Tax history

25 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Apr 9, 2023$8,373$42,999

Apr 9, 2022$8,141$42,999

Apr 9, 2021$7,977$42,999

Apr 9, 2020$8,328$40,486

Apr 9, 2019$8,142$43,956

Apr 9, 2018$8,004$43,956

Apr 9, 2017$7,069$36,211

Apr 9, 2016$6,753$36,211

Apr 9, 2015$6,155$36,211

Apr 9, 2014$5,567$32,572

Apr 9, 2013$5,446$32,572

Apr 9, 2012$5,397$32,572

Apr 9, 2011$5,033$33,077

Apr 9, 2010$4,648$33,077

Apr 9, 2009$4,232$33,077

Apr 9, 2008$4,434$37,623

Apr 9, 2007$4,045$37,623

Apr 9, 2006$3,813$37,623

Apr 9, 2005$4,244$33,295

Apr 9, 2004$4,130$33,295

Apr 9, 2003$3,982$33,295

Apr 9, 2002$3,992$24,044

Apr 9, 2001$3,813$24,044

Apr 9, 2000$3,608$24,044

Apr 9, 1999$3,620$20,781

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Neighborhood details

Local context around this listing

Chicago, IL • Cook County

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Est. value$908,800

Est. rent$6,777/mo

30yr rate est.6.04%

Affordability$8,948/mo

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