What is the rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,595 to $1,645 per month, with a median of $1,620.

What is the rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,595 per month.

What is the rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,595 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,795 per month.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,795 to $1,925 per month, with a median of $1,860.

What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,825 per month.

How does rent at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL compare to the neighborhood?

Compared to other buildings in the 60657 zip code: studio rents are about 10% above the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 8% above the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 8% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 10% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 7% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 9% below the neighborhood median.

Is 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL rent stabilized?

Based on available records, 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.

When is the cheapest time to rent at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.

Who is the landlord of 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

The registered owner of 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is SURF III LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.

Is the landlord of 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL a good landlord?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL, owned by SURF III LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Tenants have left 51 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.

What is the building rating for 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.

Has 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL had any Department of Buildings violations?

Yes, 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has 102 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.

What amenities does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL have?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL offers 16 amenities including Hardwood Floors, Controlled Access, Large Dog Friendly, Air Conditioning, Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Laundry Facilities, Cat Friendly, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.

Does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL allow pets?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.

Does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL have laundry facilities?

Yes, 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Laundry Facilities, Dishwasher.

Does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL have a doorman or concierge?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL offers the following security and access amenities: Controlled Access, Controlled Access.

What public transit is near 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: Sheridan & Surf (151, 156, 134, 143), 0.05 mi away.

Is 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL safe? What is the crime rate nearby?

The 60657 zip code where 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is located had 7,899 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 1,569 violent crimes, 4,713 property crimes, and 1,617 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 60657 for full details.

What do tenants say about living at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?

426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

426 W SURF ST — Rent Intelligence for Lakeview, Chicago

Lakeview · Chicago, IL

Current rent range

$1,595 – $1,925 / mo

6 bedroom bands tracked · sampled from recent listings

Leave a review

★★★★★2.051 reviews

Verified reviewsSIOwned bySURF III LLC2 bldgs

426 W SURF ST

Chicago, IL

426 W SURF ST is a rental building in Lakeview, Chicago. Owned by SURF III LLC. Public records show 102 open violations on file. Lucid Rents has 51 verified tenant reviews on this building.

HPD violations0last 7 years · class A, B, C

Evictions filed0last 7 years

Tenant reviews512.0 ★ avg

Rent-stab units—no coverage

Building age—year unknown

311 complaints0last 7 years

01 / 10

Rental intelligence.

Neighborhood Median Rent

Lakeview · March 2026

Studio

$1,620/mo

1 listing

Studio

$1,595/mo

1 listing

Studio

$1,595/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$1,795/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$1,860/mo

1 listing

1 BR

$1,825/mo

1 listing

Compare this building's listings above against the neighborhood medians.

Seasonal Pattern

Best & worst months to sign a lease

Cheapest

October

Most expensive

May

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Potential savings: ~12% by timing your move to October.

Rent vs. area median Lakeview

Studio

This building: $1,595 – $1,645

10% aboveArea: $1,473

1 BR

This building: $1,795 – $1,795

10% belowArea: $1,998

2 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,000

3 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $4,195

4 BR

This building: — – —

—Area: $3,200

Units Historic Rent 0 listings

—No dataNo recent listings

Neighborhood Rent Range Lakeview

Studio1 listing

$1,620

$1,461 – $1,484

1 Bed1 listing

$1,795

$1,934 – $2,118

Range (P25 – P75)MedianBased on recent listings in Lakeview

01 / 09

Rental intelligence.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

North Lakefront

Quarterly market rent, 2014–2026 (latest = Q1 2026 forecast)

Asking rent

$2,201

current quarter

Effective rent

—

per bedroom only

YoY change

4.3%

asking, vs 1 yr ago

10-year change

30%

asking, since ~'16

Asking rent per bedroom type — switch tabs to see each with effective (concession-net) rent.

01b / 09

Rent trends.

02 / 10

Violations, 311, & more.

hpd · dob · 311 · acris
last 7 years

Violation & Complaint Trends

Monthly counts over the last 7 years · all data sources

Steady

HPDTop Violations

0 total

No violations
0

311Top Complaints

0 total

Check for Leak
2
Tree Trim Request (NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED)
1
Finance Parking Code Enforcement Review
1

DOBTop Filings

102 total

DOB Violations
102

EvictionsEvictions

0 filed

Evictions filed
0

Recent records

Last 7 years

—NO RECORDS—
No HPD records on file in the last 7 years.

See all 0 HPD records

02 / 09

Violations, 311, & more.

03 / 10

What tenants actually say.

2.0 /5

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

51 reviews

5★

4★

3★

12%

2★

57%

1★

24%

I've lived in this building for about nine months now and I absolutely love it. The building has a bit of a vintage feel to it, yet the majority of the apartments have been rehabbed. I have one of the newly reh…

positiveMar 2026

Anonymous

We lived w/ cockroaches and to top it off, upon moving out we realized our bikes were stolen. mgmt did not care and we were not even given an apology. There's 24 hour access to the Bacility and even though You've g…

negativeFeb 2026

Anonymous

I lived here for about 8 months last year and from the current reviews, it looks like nothing has changed. From the mail theft to the construction workers. Several times they left an air compressor on in the apartment ne…

negativeSep 2025

Anonymous

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03 / 09

What tenants actually say.

04 / 10

Building amenities.

Building Amenities

12 amenities

BUILDING

Elevator

OUTDOOR

Balcony/Deck

FITNESS

Fitness Center

LAUNDRY

Dishwasher
Laundry Facilities

PET FRIENDLY

Large Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Pet Friendly

OTHER

Hardwood Floors
Controlled Access
Air Conditioning
Hardwood Flooring

04 / 09

Building amenities.

05 / 10

The landlord.

SURF III LLC

Portfolio of 2 buildings

Portfolio-level grade reflects the landlord's buildings across the city, weighted by unit count. Individual building grades may differ.

View full landlord profile

buildings

2.0

avg score / 5

C-

portfolio grade

nearby owned

Their Other Buildings

Top 1 by score · of 2 total

See all 2 →

—426 W SURF STChicago— / 10

Ownership timeline · this building

ACRIS deeds and regulatory filings

nowSURF III LLCOwner of record per HPD registration · manages 2 buildings.

05 / 09

The landlord.

06 / 10

Crime & safety.

60657 · last 12 months

Safety & Crime

Below averageSafety score · last 12 months

Chicago Police Dept · updated weekly

LAST 12 MONTHS · 60657

Violent1,569

Property4,713

Quality-of-life1,617

Total incidents7,899

07 / 10

About this area.

Lakeview · 60657

426 W SURF ST · Lakeview · 41.934° N, -87.640° W

Walk

Transit

Bike

Estimated from nearby transit & amenity data

4 bus stops nearby1 min

Nearby Transit

BUS

Sheridan & Surf151156134143
0.1 mi1 min
Sheridan & Surf77151156134
0.1 mi1 min
Diversey & Sheridan/Lakeview76
0.1 mi2 min
Sheridan & Diversey151156134143
0.1 mi2 min

The neighborhood

Lakeview

Learn more about Lakeview in Chicago — buildings tracked, typical rents, and resident sentiment.

15,608buildings tracked4.5avg LucidIQ$1,998median 1BR

71,192population$105kmedian income62%renters

Explore Lakeview

Neighborhood overview

Lakeview→

Vibe · top buildings · landlords · schools · transit

Crime in 60657

See full breakdown→

Incident type · 6-month trend · vs. Chicago average

Rent trends in Lakeview

Median rent & comparables→

1BR & 2BR averages · month-over-month · current listings

Nearby neighborhoods to explore

Lakeview· 1.02 mi Uptown· 2.27 mi Old Town· 2.53 mi Avondale· 2.54 mi Goose Island· 2.7 mi

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Crime & safety.

07 / 10

About this area.

08 / 10

History of the building.

construction · ownership · permits

At a glance

RLTO protectedNo

1970198019902000201020202030

now

Current owner: SURF III LLC

Portfolio includes 2 buildings.

Recent Activity

20 events

311MEDIUMJan 18, 2026
Finance Parking Code Enforcement Review — No details available
311MEDIUMMar 1, 2022
Check for Leak — No details available
311MEDIUMMar 1, 2022
Check for Leak — No details available
311MEDIUMMay 28, 2020
Tree Trim Request (NO LONGER BEING ACCEPTED) — No details available
DOBMEDIUMNov 24, 2014
DOB Violation — STOP/REMOVE NUISANCE
DOBMEDIUMNov 24, 2014
DOB Violation — PROVIDE
DOBMEDIUMNov 24, 2014
DOB Violation — SELF-CLOSE DOOR >4 STORY RES.
DOBMEDIUMNov 24, 2014
DOB Violation — 1HR PUB.CORRIDOR IN MULT. D.U.
DOBMEDIUMNov 24, 2014
DOB Violation — FIRE EXTNGSHR REQ, RESDNTL
DOBMEDIUMNov 24, 2014
DOB Violation — REMOVE

07 / 09

History of the building.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,595 to $1,645 per month, with a median of $1,620.
What is the rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,595 per month.
What is the rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a studio at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,595 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,795 per month.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL ranges from $1,795 to $1,925 per month, with a median of $1,860.
What is the rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on recent listing data, rent for a 1-bedroom at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is approximately $1,825 per month.
How does rent at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL compare to the neighborhood?
Compared to other buildings in the 60657 zip code: studio rents are about 10% above the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 8% above the neighborhood median; studio rents are about 8% above the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 10% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 7% below the neighborhood median; 1-bedroom rents are about 9% below the neighborhood median.
Is 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL rent stabilized?
Based on available records, 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is not currently registered as rent stabilized. Rents at this building are likely set at market rate.
When is the cheapest time to rent at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
Based on historical listing data, October tends to be the most affordable month to sign a lease at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL, while May is typically the most expensive. Timing your move to October could save approximately 12% compared to peak pricing.
Who is the landlord of 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
The registered owner of 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is SURF III LLC. You can view their full portfolio of buildings on Lucid Rents.
Is the landlord of 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL a good landlord?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL, owned by SURF III LLC, has an overall grade of C (2.0/5) on Lucid Rents. Tenants have left 51 reviews. Check tenant reviews for firsthand experiences.
What is the building rating for 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has an overall grade of C with a score of 2.0 out of 5 on Lucid Rents. This score is based on violations, complaints, and tenant reviews.
Has 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL had any Department of Buildings violations?
Yes, 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has 102 Department of Buildings violations on record. These can include issues related to construction safety, building codes, and structural concerns.
What amenities does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL have?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL offers 16 amenities including Hardwood Floors, Controlled Access, Large Dog Friendly, Air Conditioning, Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Laundry Facilities, Cat Friendly, and more. View the full amenity list on the building page.
Does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL allow pets?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL lists pet-friendly amenities (Pet Friendly). Contact the building management to confirm current pet policies and any breed or size restrictions.
Does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL have laundry facilities?
Yes, 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL offers laundry amenities: Dishwasher, Laundry Facilities, Dishwasher.
Does 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL have a doorman or concierge?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL offers the following security and access amenities: Controlled Access, Controlled Access.
What public transit is near 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has 4 transit options nearby. The closest include: bus: Sheridan & Surf (151, 156, 134, 143), 0.05 mi away.
Is 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL safe? What is the crime rate nearby?
The 60657 zip code where 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL is located had 7,899 crime incidents in the past 2 years, including 1,569 violent crimes, 4,713 property crimes, and 1,617 quality-of-life incidents. Check the neighborhood report card for 60657 for full details.
What do tenants say about living at 426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL?
426 W SURF ST, Chicago, IL has 3 tenant reviews with an average rating of 2.7 out of 5. 0 out of 3 reviewers would recommend this building.

09 / 09

Frequently asked questions.

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