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540 W Surf, Garden Level

Chicago, IL 60657 - Cook County

Apartment

Studio

1 bath

Cats & dogs OK

Laundry on site

About 540 W Surf, Garden Level

Renovated Studio 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. Amenities: Range/Oven. Parking: on-street.

3 days on RentalSource

RentalSource last checked: 16 hours ago · Listing updated: November 10, 2026

Listed by CL Leasing · (312) 858-0336

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$1,695
Bedrooms:	Studio
Bathrooms:	1 bath
Size:	Inquire

Pets:	Cats & dogs
Laundry:	On site
Parking:	Inquire
Available:	Now
ID:	84716427

Amenities

Water & Heat Included
Laundry Facilities
Dishwasher
Courtyard
Hardwood Floors
Microwave
Stainless Steel Appliances

Leasing Information

Lease term: 12 months.

Additional Details

This studio apartment at 540 W Surf, Garden Level in Chicago, IL 60657 rents for $1,695 a month. It is pet friendly. 540 W Surf, Garden Level was advertised by CL Leasing on November 10, 2026.

How the Rent Compares

At $1,695 a month, this apartment is close to the typical rent for studio apartments and condos in Chicago (about $1,660).

From 1,030 studio apartments and condos listed in Chicago on RentalSource in November 2026: the scale holds eight in ten of them, and the shaded band the middle half.

$1,660Typical rent for studio apartments and condos in Chicago

$1,400–$2,150Middle half of their rents

29 daysAverage time they have been listed

See studios for rent in Chicago

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Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

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