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540 West Surf Street
540 West Surf Street, Chicago, IL 60657, US

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$2,075–$2,095
Beds1
Baths1
Sqft0–599
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Hardwood floors and on-site laundry enhance the appeal of this property, complemented by included heat for added comfort. With a wide array of amenities, such as 215 photos for a thorough visual assessment and proximity to excellent educational institutions, it stands out in the neighborhood. Additionally, the area's pet-friendly environment, featuring multiple pet hospitals, supply stores, and nearby dog parks, makes it a welcoming choice for pet owners.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Images available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • hardwood floors
  • on-site laundry
  • heat included
  • spacious living area

Units

540 West Surf Street Chicago, IL

Available

542N2

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1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,075

Listed on 09/30/2025
Listed by Kristen Dill
Days on market: 27
Renovated 1 bedroom apartment in vintage courtyard bldg. Rehabbed kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, spacious living area. Heat included! Laundry on-site. Prime Lakeview location with endless shopping, restaurant, and nightlife options just steps away. Short walk to the Lake and CTA. - Presented by Fulton Grace, Chicago IL *Pictures, layout, and finishes may differ or be of a similar unit available within the building.

Available

KBS540

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,095

Listed on 08/10/2025
Listed by Kristen B
Days on market: 77
Live in this beautiful courtyard building in the middle of everything at the intersection of Clark, Diversey, and Broadway! Near Trader Joe's, Target, other shopping, restaurants, and cafes. Easy access to the lakefront trail. On the boarder of Lakeview and Lincoln Park and a short walk to the Diversey Brown Line station. This one bedroom apartment includes hardwood floors, good natural light, and extra closet space. Featuring a spacious layout with separate dining and living spaces. The apartment has updated features but has kept plenty of original woodwork and charm. Secure building, card operated laundry in building, and pet friendly. **Multiple layouts available. Photos may be a similar unit.**

Available

548GDN

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,095

Listed on 06/10/2025
Listed by Ivan Ivanovski
Days on market: 139
Renovated 1 bedroom apartment in vintage courtyard bldg. Rehabbed kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, spacious living area. Heat included! Laundry on-site. Prime Lakeview location with endless shopping, restaurant, and nightlife options just steps away. Short walk to the Lake and CTA. - Presented by Fulton Grace, Chicago IL *Pictures, layout, and finishes may differ or be of a similar unit available within the building. Listing posted by Ivan Ivanovski . [SYNDID 4096064 10262025]

Amenities for 540 West Surf Street

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Storage
  • Controlled Access
  • Garage Parking
  • Fitness Center
Unit Amenities
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Air Conditioning
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Walk-In Closets

Policies at 540 West Surf Street

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 540 West Surf Street

HomeApartments in ChicagoLakeview 540 W Surf St #542N2, Chicago, IL 60657, USA

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to live in the heart of Lakeview at 540 W Surf St, Chicago, IL 60657! This 103-unit property offers a cozy 1-bedroom floorplan with approximately 599 square feet of living space. Enjoy the comfort of hardwood floors, heat included, and a spacious living area with separate dining and living spaces. Additional perks include on-site laundry, extra closet space, and a pet-friendly community. Take advantage of the outdoor space and utilities included for added convenience. With top-rated schools nearby, including an elementary, middle, and high school with A- or higher ratings, this property is a great choice for anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient place to call home.

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Address details

Units103
Units available3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code60657

540 W Surf St #542N2 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 22 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area

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 540 West Surf Street, Chicago, IL 60657, US compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Chicago

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Lakeview.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Lakeview
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A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,507
December 2023$1,565
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
April 2024$1,745
May 2024$1,751
June 2024$1,764
July 2024$1,931
August 2024$1,691
September 2024$1,682
October 2024$1,630
November 2024$1,568
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
A table of studio rental data trends in Lakeview
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,337
December 2023$1,332
January 2024$1,325
February 2024$1,325
March 2024$1,312
April 2024$1,367
May 2024$1,482
June 2024$1,493
July 2024$1,532
August 2024$1,495
September 2024$1,495
October 2024$1,467
November 2024$1,473
December 2024$1,483
January 2025$1,448
February 2025$1,485
March 2025$1,492
April 2025$1,495
May 2025$1,498
June 2025$1,540
July 2025$1,506
August 2025$1,460
September 2025$1,450
October 2025$1,450

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 540 W Surf St, Chicago, IL.
This month$1,9951 bed1 bath
This month$2,0951 bed1 bath
This month$1,9951 bed1 bath
This month$2,1951 bed1 bath
This month$2,1951 bed1 bath
Last month$2,0951 bed1 bath
Last month$2,1501 bed1 bath
Last month$2,1501 bed1 bath
Last month$2,1501 bed1 bath

Schools near 540 W Surf St #542N2

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 540 West Surf Street

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 540 West Surf Street, 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 540 West Surf Street

Trader Joe's
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Mariano's
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Country Fresh Finer Foods Inc
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South Loop Market
2955 N Sheffield Ave
Big Apple Finer Foods
2345 N Clark St

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