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$550,000
305 Days On Site

161 E Chicago Avenue 42H
Chicago, IL 60611

For Sale|Condominium|Active
1
Bed
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,455
SqFt
$378
/SqFt
1984
Built
Subdivision:
Olympia Centre
County:
Cook
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
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161 E Chicago Avenue 42H161 E Chicago Avenue 42H161 E Chicago Avenue 42H161 E Chicago Avenue 42H
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Perched high above one of Chicago's prestigious neighborhoods, this residence within the iconic Olympia Center presents breathtaking panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan paired with the dynamic energy of the city below. The thoughtfully reimagined open-plan living space features rich wood flooring and custom interior doors that create architectural precision throughout. The kitchen has Wolf double ovens with stainless steel appliances, complemented by a Sub-Zero refrigerator. The generously proportioned primary bedroom transforms into a private retreat with spectacular north and east exposures, three professionally designed closet systems, and an en-suite bathroom featuring dual vanities, a soaking tub, and separate shower. Thoughtful details include sophisticated Toto fixtures and a Bosch washer/dryer. The building epitomizes full-service luxury with 24-hour concierge service, an indoor pool, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a rooftop terrace overlooking Chicago's iconic skyline. Just steps from legendary Michigan Avenue, this residence offers the rare combination of urban convenience and residential sanctuary.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$550,000
Days On Site 
305 Days
Bedrooms 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,455 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1984
MLS® Number 
12196257
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$11,627.86
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$1,250 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 months agoStatus changed to Active
2 months agoPrice changed to $550,000
10 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Direction Faces 
North
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Number Of Stories 
63
Parking 
Garage Door OpenerHeated GarageOn SiteLeasedAttachedGarage
Parking Spaces 
1
Pets 
Cats OKDogs OKSize Limit
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Appliances 
Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Basement 
None
Cooling 
Central Air
Electric 
Circuit Breakers
Flooring 
Hardwood
Heating 
Baseboard
Interior 
ElevatorEntrance FoyerStorage
Laundry Features 
Main LevelWasher Hookup
Bedroom 2 
Bedroom 3 
Bedroom 4 
Dining Room 
Dimensions - COMBOLevel - Main
Family Room 
Foyer 
Dimensions - 9X4Level - Main
Kitchen 
Dimensions - 13X11Level - MainDescription - Eating Area-Table Space
Laundry 
Living Room 
Dimensions - 30X17Level - Main
Master Bedroom 
Dimensions - 17X16Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Concrete
Roof 
Metal
Community Features
Association Amenities 
LaundryCoin LaundryElevator(s)StorageParty RoomIndoor PoolService Elevator(s)
Association Dues 
1250
HOA Fee Frequency 
Monthly
MLS Area 
CHI - Near North Side
School District 
299
Township 
North Chicago
Schools
School District
299
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing Courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS Grid of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty



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