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$635,000

518 Surf Street, Chicago, IL 60657
2 Beds2 Baths0 sqft8 days
518 Surf Street·Chicago, IL 60657
2Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1917Year Built
About This Home

Timeless vintage charm meets modern comfort in this expansive 2-bedroom +sunroom, 2-bath residence in the heart of East Lakeview. Positioned on a high first floor and filled with natural light, this beautiful home showcases walnut-stain hardwood floors, classic millwork, crown molding, high ceilings, and a stunning limestone surround gas-log fireplace that anchors the spacious living room. The versatile south-facing sunroom, framed by bay windows and three exposures, provides the perfect space for a home office, reading lounge, or additional dining area connected to both living and formal dining rooms. Elegant 4-panel French doors create a charming transition between the living room and formal dining room, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Custom framed artwork panels add style to the dining room (currently used as an additional family room). The updated chef's kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops with overhang for bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and abundant storage with wall of pantry cabinets. Both bathrooms were previously renovated, blending contemporary finishes with the home's historic character. The generous primary bedroom easily fits a king-size bed and offers a large organized walk-in closet with white marble bath. The second bedroom also has an en-suite attached full bathroom. Enjoy grilling and relaxing outside in the common brick-paved courtyard with table & chairs and separate sitting area where you can place your grill. Steam heat, hot water, and high speed internet are provided by the HOA. Three 2024 programmable, WiFi-connected, window AC units are in the home or if desired in future, buyer can add Central AC with condenser on the roof. The home has in-unit laundry hookups. Owner currently uses the laundry closet for more storage and has their owned, dedicated stackable washer/dryer and laundry sink just one flight down in the basement, along with their work-out equipment, common bike storage, and a very large private storage room. Positioned on a picturesque tree-lined street in one of Chicago's premier walkable neighborhoods, this exceptional home is just steps to Broadway grocery, shopping, restaurants, Nettelhorst Elementary, the lakefront, parks, golf driving range, tennis courts, and new dog park. Express buses, Wellington brown line train, and quick access to Lake Shore Drive. Everything East Lakeview has to offer is right outside your door.

MLS# 12672622Listed June 12, 2026Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms2
Total Bathrooms2
Full Baths2
Half Baths0
Total Rooms6

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Stories4
Fireplaces1
Year Built1917
Lot SizeCOMMON

Location

CountyCook
TownshipLake View
Zip Code60657

Financial

List Price$635,000
Annual Taxes (2021)$7,799
Monthly Tax Est.$650
Parcel #14281170321024
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)

Heating

Steam

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Basement

None

Laundry

Washer Hookup
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$636
Monthly

HOA Includes

HeatWaterInsuranceScavengerSnow RemovalInternet

Association Amenities

Storage
Schools
Elementary
Nettelhorst Elementary School
District: 299
High School
Lake View High School
District: 299
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$7,799
Tax Year 2021
Monthly Tax Est.
$650
per month
Property Location

518 Surf Street, Chicago, IL 60657 — Cook County

$635,000
518 Surf Street
2 bd2 ba0 sqft
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
8 days on market
1 fireplace
COMMON
$7,799/yr taxes
$636 HOA (monthly)
$4,623
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$3,337/mo
Property Tax
$650/mo
HOA
$636/mo
$635,000
20% — $127,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$508,000
Down Payment
$127,000

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Janelle Dennis
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