550 W Surf St, Unit 215

Chicago, IL 60657

$350,000
Price
2
Beds
1,200 Sq. Ft.
$292 / Sq. Ft.
1,200
Sq. Ft.
$292
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spacious 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath condo with fully enclosed bedrooms in the landmarked Commodore building. This home features a large living and dining room highlighted by refinished hardwood floors and charming bay windows. The updated kitchen showcases sleek modern teak cabinetry, granite countertops, and a new tile backsplash. A desirable split-bedroom layout offers privacy, with bedrooms separated by an updated bath featuring ceramic tile and a pedestal sink. Additional highlights include an in-unit...Spacious 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath condo with fully enclosed bedrooms in the landmarked Commodore building. This home features a large living and dining room highlighted by refinished hardwood floors and charming bay windows. The updated kitchen showcases sleek modern teak cabinetry, granite countertops, and a new tile backsplash. A desirable split-bedroom layout offers privacy, with bedrooms separated by an updated bath featuring ceramic tile and a pedestal sink. Additional highlights include an in-unit laundry room with full-size side-by-side washer and dryer, extra storage, and an additional large storage unit included. Outdoor parking space #12 (located across the street at Greenbrier) is available for purchase for $30,000. The Commodore has been fully updated to meet Chicago building standards and offers in-unit sprinklers, smoke and fire detectors, and an association-monitored camera system. Building amenities include a bike room, secure package room, mail room, and on site property management. Pet-friendly and investor-friendly building. Unbeatable location within walking distance to restaurants, public transportation, shopping, grocery stores, and Lake Michigan.
  1. Listed by Stacy Kondziolka • Baird & Warner
    P: (847)-840-2799 stacy.kondziolka@bairdwarner.com

Property Details for 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

Area
CHI - Lake View
Township
Lake View
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 12/22/2025 11:16 AM

Property Details for 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

StatusNew
MLS #12535343
Days on Market4
Taxes$5,590 / year
HOA Fees$736 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1901
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

Building/Complex550 W Surf StFloor2Stories6Residences113Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details999Year Built1901

Payment Calculator

$2,931 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,729

Property Taxes

$466

HOA Dues

$736

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Property Information for 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • 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, Pet Count Limitation
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South, East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Common Insurance, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet Access
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Security Door Locks, Service Elevator
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Intercom, Fire Sprinklers, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Stories Total: 6
  • Total # Units in Building: 193.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick, Stone
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 2850
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 550
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: Property Hill
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-12-22T17:12:44
  • Photos Count: 15
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: 15X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
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: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X15

Property History for 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12535343

$350,000—
Oct 23, 2018

Sold

MRED #09946083

$285,000—
Sep 22, 2018

Pending

MRED #09946083

—
May 10, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09946083

$305,000—
Apr 30, 2018

Cancelled

MRED #09833855

$315,000—
Jan 16, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09833855

$315,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12535343

$350,000
10/23/2018

Sold

MRED #09946083

$285,000
09/22/2018

Pending

MRED #09946083

—
05/10/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09946083

$305,000
04/30/2018

Cancelled

MRED #09833855

$315,000
01/16/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09833855

$315,000

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

Public Records for 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

Taxable ValueLand$2,359Additions$23,185Total$25,544
Tax Record2018$5,045 ($420 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Stories6StyleCondominiumYear Built1901CountyCOOKAPN14281220171131

Schools near 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Lake View High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
Public - K to 8
Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Lake View High School
Public9 to 12

Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy
PublicK to 8

Inter-American Elementary Magnet School
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215, Chicago, IL 60657

550 West Surf Street, Unit 215 is a condo for sale in Chicago, IL 60657. This property was listed for sale on December 20, 2025 by Baird & Warner, it's currently listed at $350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on October 23, 2018. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Nettelhorst Elementary School, Lake View High School and Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy. 550 West Surf Street, Unit 215 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,200 sqft condo built in 1901.

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