521 W Surf St, Unit 3

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Description

Craving the charm and soul of a vintage home without sacrificing modern style? This gorgeous top-floor 3BR/2BA East Lakeview condo delivers the perfect blend of timeless character, luxury and thoughtfully designed updates while preserving its original vintage details. A gracious foyer welcomes you home and opens into an inviting living room filled with warmth and personality, featuring gorgeous built-in bookcases and a wood-burning fireplace. Throughout the home you'll find rich original woodwork,...Craving the charm and soul of a vintage home without sacrificing modern style? This gorgeous top-floor 3BR/2BA East Lakeview condo delivers the perfect blend of timeless character, luxury and thoughtfully designed updates while preserving its original vintage details. A gracious foyer welcomes you home and opens into an inviting living room filled with warmth and personality, featuring gorgeous built-in bookcases and a wood-burning fireplace. Throughout the home you'll find rich original woodwork, hardwood floors, classic trim and doors, and lofty 9.5-foot ceilings that enhance its timeless character. The beautifully renovated kitchen is anything but ordinary, featuring crisp white cabinetry, Bosch appliances including a dual-fuel gas/electric range, a custom full-height patinated copper backsplash, solid brass faucet and cabinet hardware. Carrara marble countertops and a matching full-height backsplash create a chef's kitchen that is as beautiful as it is functional. The formal dining room flows effortlessly from the kitchen, making entertaining feel easy and natural. Both bathrooms have been stylishly reimagined with carefully curated finishes. The primary bath features a custom floating vanity with double sinks and under cabinet lighting, sleek glass tile walls, and a striking chevron marble floor. The second bath offers a glass-enclosed shower and timeless marble octagon tile flooring. Every detail has been thoughtfully selected-from the unique lighting fixtures throughout to the charming private balcony just off the kitchen, perfect for morning coffee or summer evenings. Rare tandem parking for two cars, roof rights, large in-unit W/D and a large private storage room make this home as practical as it is beautiful. An unbeatable East Lakeview location in the highly rated Nettlehorst school district and just steps from the lakefront, restaurants, shopping, theaters, nightlife and everything this vibrant neighborhood has to offer.

Listing Agent

  1. Susan Wooten

    Susan Wooten

    Listing Agent

    @properties Christie’s International Real Estate

    P: (773)-818-0488

Property Details for 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
Lake View
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Wall Unit(s)
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 06/15/2026 07:03 PM

Property Details for 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

StatusContingent
MLS #12650469
Days on Market18
Pet PolicyAllowed
Taxes$9,539 / year
HOA Fees$525 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1904
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

Building/Complex521 W Surf StFloor2Stories3Residences25Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details999Year Built1904

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Property Information for 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Yes, Owned
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Parking, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Storage, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
  • Common Area Amenities: Storage
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: Condo,Vintage
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Attached: Condo, Vintage
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Total # Units in Building: 21.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 2850
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 521
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
  • Management: Manager Off-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: Prairie Shores Property Management LLC
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-06-14T13:34:27
  • Photos Count: 20
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 7X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X16
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 3X3
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X14
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 8X10

Property History for 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 15, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12650469

Jun 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12650469

$850,000
Jan 4, 2013

Sold

MRED #08161281

$257,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/15/2026

Contingent

MRED #12650469

06/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12650469

$850,000
01/04/2013

Sold

MRED #08161281

$257,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

Taxable ValueLand$9,434Additions$33,617Total$43,051
Tax Record2023$8,618 ($718 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size16,350 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1903CountyCOOKAPN14-28-123-019-1006

Schools near 521 West Surf Street, Unit 3

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lake View High School
Public9 to 12

Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK to 8

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