510 W Surf Street Unit #3, Chicago, Illinois 60657

$975,000
4
BD
3
Full Baths
1
Half Bath
2,350
SqFt

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Sold Price
$975,000
List Price
$899,000
Closing Date
Jul 13, 2026
MLS#
12669421
Status
CLOSED
Type
Condo
Subtype
Residential
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Living Area
2,350
County
Cook
City
Chicago
Neighborhood
Lake View East

Property Description

**Best and final due Friday 6/12 @ 7pm** Welcome to this sprawling 4 bed and 3.1 bath 2300+ sq feet TOP floor, meticulously renovated, and light-filled vintage residence in the iconic Fairbanks building, ideally situated within East Lakeview's Landmark District. Upon entry, you are greeted by an elegant coved-ceiling foyer that opens to a gracious living room, where a stunning original Caen limestone fireplace and a wall of south-facing windows create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Adjacent you will find the home's enchanting sunroom, highlighted by a dramatic curved wall of windows reminiscent of Chicago's Jazz Age elegance. Perfect for entertaining, the spacious formal dining room flows seamlessly into the beautifully updated kitchen featuring all newer stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, side-by-side Bosch washer and dryer, and opens to a picturesque private deck. This home boasts exceptional space with 4 generous bedrooms, 3 updated en-suite full bathrooms, along with powder room for guests. Thoughtful improvements include central AC, new radiators (2023), custom closets throughout, and exquisite trim work and picture molding that enhance the home's timeless architectural character. Additional features include abundant storage, highlighted by a massive private storage room on the first floor (10x15). Residents enjoy a charming enclosed brick-paved European-style courtyard, beautifully adorned with lush hanging plants throughout the spring and summer months. A rare opportunity to own a lovingly restored home that seamlessly blends historic grandeur with modern conveniences, all in one of Chicago's most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods. HOA is $921 and includes all outside of electric.

Additional Information

School District
299
Elementary School
Nettelhorst Elementary School
Middle School
Lake View High School
High School
Lake View High School
Subdivision
Fairbanks
Corporate Limits
Chicago
Tax Year
2024
Tax Exemptions
Homeowner
Tax Amount
$12,163
Assessment Association Dues
921
Frequency
Monthly
Year Built
1917
Exterior Property Features
Balcony
Lot Dimensions
COMMON
Stories
3
Units
26
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
1
Parking Details
Off Site, Leased, Detached, Garage
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pet Weight Limit
60
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Property Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1

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