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Property Description
FORMER BALLROOM PENTHOUSE, 2 BED + OFFICE in the landmark Commodore! ONE OF THE MOST UNIQUE HOMES IN CHICAGO! A grand foyer opens to a MASSIVE 40' GREAT ROOM with 15' ceilings, oversized arched windows, and open CITY VIEWS! Flooded with light retains original millwork and architectural details while offering SKYLIT KITCHEN with pro-grade appliances and wine refrigerator. Oversized bedrooms, office, in-unit laundry, tons of storage. HEART OF LAKEVIEW, steps to restaurants, lakefront, cafes! 1 GARAGE INCLUDED! 2nd available for $25k.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 550 W Surf St #609
General
- Sold For: $900,000
- HOA FEE: $1,871/month
- Taxes: $14,484 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12675821
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: European Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator in Residence, Storage, On-Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Lake View
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: BROADWAY TO SURF ST (2900 N), GO EAST TO PROPERTY. FLASHING ZONE IN FRONT
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: COMMODORE GREEN BRIER LANDMARK CONDO ASSN.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo, Mid-Rise (4 to 6 Stories), Penthouse
- Construction: Brick, Limestone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Limestone
- Basement Desc.: None
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Entry Floor Number: 6
- Stories/Levels: 6
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1898
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 193
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
- Lot Features: Common Grounds
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,871
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1898
- Tax Amount: $14,484.83
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 14281220171117
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by Compass
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550 W Surf Street #609, Chicago, IL 60657 (MLS# 12675821) is a Condo property that was sold at $900,000 on July 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 550 W Surf Street #609? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in LakeView? You can browse all LakeView real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

