542 W Surf St, Chicago, IL 60657
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  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 750 sqft

542 W Surf St, Chicago, IL 60657

Lake View

Home Highlights

Apartment
750 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Spacious 1-Bedroom in Lakeview! WITH dining room!

* Hardwood Floors
*Dining Room
* Dishwasher
* Miniblinds
* Ceiling Fans
* Plenty of Closet Space
* Intercom
542 W Surf St, Chicago, IL 60657 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 sqft apartment in Lake View. It last sold for $220,000 on Jul 28, 2006 (10,502% above the $2,075 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $2,075 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 10, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 542 W Surf St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 542 W Surf St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
446 W Surf St #1A, Chicago, IL
0.10
Apartment
$225,000
07/20/26
1
1
800 sqft
2909 N Sheridan Rd #1007, Chicago, IL
0.21
Apartment
$223,000
06/04/26
1
1
950 sqft
2728 N Hampden Ct #1302, Chicago, IL
0.25
Apartment
$265,000
06/29/26
1
1
750 sqft
2909 N Sheridan Rd #607, Chicago, IL
0.21
Apartment
$235,000
04/29/26
1
1
1,000 sqft
336 W Wellington Ave #604, Chicago, IL
0.28
Apartment
$220,000
05/28/26
1
1
1,000 sqft
2626 N Lakeview Ave #1309, Chicago, IL
0.35
Apartment
$215,000
06/30/26
1
1
723 sqft
2650 N Lakeview Ave #508, Chicago, IL
0.31
Apartment
$256,500
06/08/26
1
1
800 sqft
627 W Barry Ave #3N, Chicago, IL
0.22
Apartment
$356,500
08/11/26
1
1
850 sqft
526 W Roscoe St #D2, Chicago, IL
0.61
Apartment
$205,000
08/17/26
1
1
750 sqft
2828 N Burling St #409, Chicago, IL
0.27
Apartment
$280,000
08/06/26
1
1.5
1,000 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Lake View

Last updated Aug 2024
Average rent
$2.55K
$50MoM
Available listings
610
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Neighborhood Overview

Lake View
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What Locals Say about Lake View

At least 928 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say parking is easy

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 29 % Say car is needed

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  • Victoria Martinez
    "It’s a heavily dog friendly city, and some owners are extremely responsible and some are not. I would caution any large green space may mean off leash dogs who are either trained very well or not at all"
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  • H6trbrfn8j
    "Park events, festivals, outdoor events all summer long. Lake is close and lots of parks with wide open space and playgrounds "
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  • Veriluna
    "We always have something happening on our neighborhood - festivals, fairs, concerts. Especially in summer time. It is a very live and crowded neighborhood, you never feel bored here."
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  • Pq4jbd5q7f
    "Fests! Also being so close to the lake, close to multiple libraries, multiple gyms, and walking distance from many grocery stores "
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  • Pq4jbd5q7f
    "Bar scene in lakeview! Cubs games and restaurants. Going for walks and runs along the lake and going the the gym"
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  • Brandon Christie
    "I reverse commute to the suburbs for work, 25 mile drive takes about 35min in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon."
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  • Jose.martinez.chicago
    "It’s very diverse, great shops, great restaurants, right by the park and lake. It’s beautiful! I can’t see myself living anywhere else. "
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  • Kevin Chern
    "I work from home but can get just about anywhere in the city without a car. This neighborhood is very good for mobility. "
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  • James Cloud
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 4 years now. It’s walkable and several major public transit lines are nearby."
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  • Brian Flanagan
    "Great area for singles, families, old and young. Safe, lots of restaurants, shops, good schools. Close to lake. Close to city via any transport you decided on. "
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  • Tinlik121212
    "The area is getting bad everyday. I don’t know what is causing this but I hear shootings almost every two weeks or so"
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  • Sambatjes
    "I’ve lived here for 2 years total (1 year in 2019, and this year 2024). Areas fun but pretty expensive. Surprisingly a lot of great asian food but lacking a solid pizza spot. Over fine to live here, but wouldn’t be living hear if I wasn’t lucky enough to have scored a cheap apartment "
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  • Trulia User
    "The HOA is a downside of having this aera your neighbors are too close. Keeping your kids out of the lake or drowning would be a construct reminder"
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  • Trulia User
    "Its a quit and friendly neighborhood I’ve live here and i also work around the neighborhood to all parents live down here you don’t have to worry about your kids "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good morning nice neighbors I’ll keep it clean. We respect one another I do not have any pets. Nice decorations for the holidays. Back to school giveaways, garage sales, nice humble, and friendly neighbors"
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a dog friendly neighbourhood with plenty of pet loving people that keep it clean in the same time"
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  • Trulia User
    "this neighborhood is very unique because everything is walking distance, a lot stores , restaurants, gyms and good places to hang out with friends. In addition there are a lot bars with good quality of beer. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't know of any events at this time. oh there's always the first day of summer, and opening day at Wrigley. also opening day at the beach"
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  • Trulia User
    "good access to busses and not too awful of a walk to red,brown or purple line trains. Trains are mostly on time"
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  • Andrew F.
    "This neighborhood used to be very safe and quiet. Now recently I have heard gunshots out my window and there was a drive-by shooting right at the end of my street in the afternoon! After 13 years I am leaving."
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  • Trulia User
    "So much to do…restaurants, bike and walking paths, Divy, and boating. Beautiful parks and a zoo is close. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are so many options at all times, divvy bikes, trains, buses, ride chairs, and walking distance to so many places"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great access to shopping, bars, restaurants, and parks. Nice area and the neighbors seem friendly. Lots of kids in this area."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is still a lot of original character and flavor in this neighborhood. Still host to several well-established ethnic / cultural minority residents, whose language and foods flow through the air at any restaurant or cafe, perfuming the ambiance with enough spice to attract both locals and foreign alike."
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s some local street festivals that make things pretty fun every year, especially when the weather is nice. I recommend them because they’re enjoyable!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very pet friendly. Owner clean after their dogs. Lots of dog runs and park for pets. Pet shops are plenty. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I think it's a safe neighborhood for the city of Chicago. I think there's a lot to do and everything is either within walking distance or very close with the help of public transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has good transportation as it is very close to the EL and the brown line runs through it, as well as some stops on the red! Lots of bus stops throughout as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is beautiful and lively, lots to do everywhere and great for walkers. So close to the beach and amazing to spend the summer in! Good transport for the brown and red lines."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood about eight months overall very safe and assessable to anything your heart me desire however it’s a tad racist🤷‍♂️"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very family friendly!! Very dog friendly! Very public transit friendly! Very close to everything! Has just about everything!"
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  • Trulia User
    "The express bus gets me downtown in 10 minutes instead of 40 minutes with the local bus. The trains get him anywhere in the city swiftly."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lakeview seems to be a family friendly place. There are accessible parks nearby. It’s kind of unclear how good the schools are. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Almost everyone in this neighborhood is a dog owner. It’s common place, and I believe there is a dog park nearby. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dog friendly rentals, and for the most part, people are good about picking up after their pets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very friendly and walkable with quiet side streets that are great for dogs. There are sidewalks everywhere and the areas is very clean. There are so many dogs in the area as well and it seems like a great place to walk them and make sure they get socialization. Everyone is friendly and it seems like there are a lot of dog-friendly buildings and units in the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived here for 11 years near Hamlin Park...very kid friendly and safe. the baseball programs and pool are amazing and fun."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy - Train, bus, car everything is easy to access. cheap. can park most places but also a lot of permit parking."
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  • Samantha
    "Easy walking, lake is close, many dog parks, friendly people. Vet is right on the main road and very popular. Lots to do to keep your dog active. Sooooooooooooooo fun"
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  • Begordon.favors
    "Dog owners are respectful and considerate. Picking up after their dog and keeping them on a lease. There is a dog park in the neighborhood."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,075
Sep 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,075
Oct 13, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Oct 6, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$1,540
Feb 22, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,550

Frequently asked questions about 542 W Surf St

  • What is the price history for 542 W Surf St?
    542 W Surf St in Chicago, IL last sold for $220,000 in July 2006.
  • Is Chicago a buyer's or seller's market?
    Chicago is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Chicago?
    The median sale price in Chicago is $578K. That is up $22.5K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Lake View neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Lake View neighborhood in Chicago, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Lake View, Chicago.

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