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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Hardwood floors
- Card operated laundry facility
- Ample space
- On site maintenance
- Large living room
- Dining area
Location
538 W Surf St #CLS3, Chicago, IL 60657, USA|Lakeview
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Property Overview
Featuring hardwood floors and a spacious living room and dining area, this property also offers convenience with an on-site maintenance service and a card-operated laundry facility. With three nearby dog parks and numerous pet-related services, it promotes a pet-friendly environment. Additionally, its proximity to a top-rated high school enhances its appeal for residents seeking educational opportunities.
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 538 W Surf St #CLS3, Lakeview
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 538 W Surf St #CLS3
The Brown/Purple line or express bus are within reach as well as walking distance to Trader Joe’s, Mariano’s, Starbucks and many more while still being tucked away on a quiet and neighborly residential street. This large Lakeview one bed boosts an oversized living room with ample space for a dining area adjacent to the kitchen. Hardwood floors run throughout the entire unit with good natural light. The apartment has updated features yet kept plenty of original woodwork and neat characteristics that give it its charm! Best of all, it is pet friendly, offers a card operated laundry facility as well as on site maintenance.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 538 W Surf St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 4 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lakeview |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60657 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lakeview
1-bedroom apartments at 538 W Surf St #CLS3 cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Lakeview
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,072 |
| December 2023 | $2,116 |
| January 2024 | $2,165 |
| February 2024 | $2,174 |
| March 2024 | $2,319 |
| April 2024 | $2,180 |
| May 2024 | $2,248 |
| June 2024 | $2,337 |
| July 2024 | $2,354 |
| August 2024 | $2,210 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,895 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,835 |
| December 2023 | $1,829 |
| January 2024 | $1,821 |
| February 2024 | $1,850 |
| March 2024 | $1,849 |
| April 2024 | $1,880 |
| May 2024 | $1,928 |
| June 2024 | $1,949 |
| July 2024 | $1,957 |
| August 2024 | $1,986 |
| September 2024 | $1,995 |
| October 2024 | $1,922 |
| November 2024 | $1,895 |
| December 2024 | $1,866 |
| January 2025 | $1,852 |
| February 2025 | $1,910 |
| March 2025 | $1,982 |
| April 2025 | $2,037 |
| May 2025 | $2,048 |
| June 2025 | $2,003 |
| July 2025 | $2,027 |
| August 2025 | $2,011 |
| September 2025 | $1,995 |
| October 2025 | $1,992 |
| November 2025 | $1,950 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 538 W Surf St #CLS3
The Nettelhorst School
3252 n broadway st
chicago, IL, 60657
PK, K-8Public
A-
Skinner North Elementary School
640 w scott st
chicago, IL, 60610
K-8Public
A-
Ruben Salazar Bilingual Center
160 w wendell st
chicago, IL, 60610
PK, K-8Public
C+
North River Elementary School
4416 n troy st
chicago, IL, 60625
PK, K-8Public
C+
Kellman Corporate Community Elementary School
3030 w arthington st
chicago, IL, 60612
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Lakeview | Chicago, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chicago near 538 W Surf St #CLS3
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 538 W Surf St #CLS3, Chicago
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 538 W Surf St #CLS3
Trader Joe's
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Mariano's
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Big Apple Finer Foods
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T.J. Maxx
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Hanig's Footwear Inc
639 W Diversey Pkwy
Blue Rose Shoe Corp
2707 N Clark St
Banana Republic Factory Store
2720 N Clark St
Barry Regent Cleaners
3000 N Broadway St
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
654 W Diversey Pkwy
Stan's Donuts & Coffee
2800 N Clark St
Odd Meter Coffee
2928 N Broadway St
Bae Coffee Comp
2945 N Broadway St
Starbucks
2754 N Clark St
Galway Bay
500 W Diversey Pkwy
Yak Zies Bar Grill
506 W Diversey Pkwy
Duffy's Tavern
422 1/2 W Diversey Pkwy
Willie Lill's Spirits & Kitchen
433 W Diversey Pkwy
Cesar's Killer Margaritas-Broadway
2924 N Broadway St
Klein's Bakery & Cafe
426 W Diversey Pkwy
Empanada Mama & the Pie Man
2933 N Broadway St
The Crepe Shop
2934 N Broadway St
Linda's Magic Brownies
3109 N Broadway St
Friedlob C Katering Desserts
507 W Briar Pl
Lincoln (Abraham) Park
Evergreen Playlot Park
Park West Playlot Park
Weisman Playlot Park
Noethling Playlot Park
Galway Bay
500 W Diversey Pkwy
Oasis Fresh
500 W Diversey Pkwy
Derno's
506 W Diversey Pkwy
Yak Zies Bar Grill
506 W Diversey Pkwy
Chipmonks
438 W Diversey Pkwy
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