$415,000

beds

bath

half bath

2,013

square ft

550 W Surf Street #524

Chicago, Illinois 60657

Closed / MLS #12385756 / Condo / Lakeview

Listing information updated 7/16/2025 at 6:03am

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!

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,013

Pet Information:

Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit

Common Area Amenities:

Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s)

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

Room Information

Living Room:

19x18 - Main

Dining Room:

18x12 - Main

Kitchen:

11x9 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

15x15 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x14 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$9,638

Tax Year:

2023

Assessments:

$1,301 / month

Location

Zip Code:

60657

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

Nettelhorst Elementary School

Middle School:

Nettelhorst Elementary School

High School:

Lake View High School

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

2,013

Pet Information:

Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit

Common Area Amenities:

Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s)

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

Living Room:

19x18 - Main

Dining Room:

18x12 - Main

Kitchen:

11x9 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

15x15 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x14 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$9,638

Tax Year:

2023

Assessments:

$1,301 / month

Zip Code:

60657

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

Nettelhorst Elementary School

Middle School:

Nettelhorst Elementary School

High School:

Lake View High School

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 773.472.0200

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