559 W Surf St

A nine-story historic condominium built in 1904, the building reads as a well-preserved early 20th-century residential block with period millwork and an architect-designed presence within Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. Units are primarily two-bedroom (with many listings showing one-bedroom layouts as well) characterized by high ceilings, hardwood floors, original decorative trim such as wainscoting and coffered or beamed ceilings, and other vintage details including decorative fireplaces and marble surrounds. Common areas include a formal lobby with a doorman, an elevator, and basement storage and bike rooms; rooftop access and a monitored entry system add modern convenience. Individual residences commonly feature renovated kitchens with granite counters and stainless appliances, walk-in closets or generous built-ins, and in-unit washers and dryers; several ground-floor or first-floor units include full baths and bedrooms. Building services and policies reflect a mix of historic character and contemporary condo management: deeded or rentable covered garage parking, pet-friendly rules, and professional on-site management with reserve funds. Located steps from restaurants, transit, parks and the lake, the building offers an urban, walkable lifestyle that blends vintage architecture with updated apartment amenities.