161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

Chicago, IL 60611

$850,000
Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,154 Sq. Ft.
$395 / Sq. Ft.
2,154
Sq. Ft.
$395
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Offering classic Chicago sophistication in the heart of the Gold Coast, 161 E. Chicago Ave., unit #54B, is a 2154-square-foot luxury condo with breathtaking lake views and first-class amenities. Located in Olympia Centre, one of Chicago's premier high-rises steps from the Magnificent Mile, unit #54B features rare oversized windows, hardwood floors, and designer finishes. This home's handsome entry has a deep coat closet and access to a polished powder room, and connects to a large (22' x 7') foyer...Offering classic Chicago sophistication in the heart of the Gold Coast, 161 E. Chicago Ave., unit #54B, is a 2154-square-foot luxury condo with breathtaking lake views and first-class amenities. Located in Olympia Centre, one of Chicago's premier high-rises steps from the Magnificent Mile, unit #54B features rare oversized windows, hardwood floors, and designer finishes. This home's handsome entry has a deep coat closet and access to a polished powder room, and connects to a large (22' x 7') foyer with gorgeous marble floors and modern millwork details. The living room is spectacularly spacious for a myriad of elevated living/entertaining configurations, features oversize windows that frame those unobstructed Lake Michigan views, and connects to a defined formal dining space. The gourmet, galley-style kitchen features a high-end stainless steel SubZero refrigerator, double ovens, custom white lacquer cabinetry, and natural stone countertops. The south end of the living room links to a light-filled den with a coffered ceiling and Art Deco accent lighting that can serve as a second bedroom based on preference. Sizable and lake-facing, the primary suite features three custom walk-in closets, more beautiful window benches and a sitting area, and comes complete with a luxe ensuite bath with marble floors, a double vanity, a soaking tub and a glass-encased shower. Additional in-unit details include custom window treatments, designer wallcoverings and statement lighting, and a walk-in laundry room. Building amenities include 24-hour door service, concierge, an on-site laundry room, a wide-open party room and lounge space to use for large-scale entertaining, an indoor pool, two separate fitness centers, a sauna, a whirlpool, and a sundeck with incredible views of the city and surrounding neighborhood. Steps from Lake Michigan, Oak Street Beach and the best shopping, dining, and cultural institutions Chicago has to offer, 161 E. Chicago Ave., unit 54B, delivers both convenience and lifestyle. (On site garage parking available, and the building is pet-friendly.)
  1. Listed by Timothy Salm • Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Property Details for 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Subdivision
Olympia Centre
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
No
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 09/23/2024 12:30 AM

Property Details for 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

StatusActive
MLS #12164974
Days on Market108
Taxes$18,494 / year
HOA Fees$1,985 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1985
CountyCook County

Building

161 E Chicago Ave

291 Units63 StoriesBuilt in 1985

Building Information for 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

Building/Complex161 E Chicago AveFloor54Stories63Residences291Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1985

Property Information for 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Fee/Leased
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Highest Parking Fee: $405.00
  • Lowest Parking Fee: $355.00
  • Parking: Garage
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 30.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation, Pet Weight Limitation
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South, East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Water, Common Insurance, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Laundry Hook-Up in Unit
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator, Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Pool-Indoors, Receiving Room, Sauna, Service Elevator, Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub, Laundry, Private Laundry Hkup, Water View
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Unit Floor Level: 54
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: None
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Other
  • Water: Other
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: End Unit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Stories Total: 64
  • Total # Units in Building: 292.0
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Marble/Granite
  • Roof Type: Rubber
  • Foundation Details: Reinforced Caisson
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 800
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 161
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: First Service Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Other
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2024-09-16T16:05:40
  • Photos Count: 33
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 8X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X34
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X6
Walk In Closet 2 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X6
Walk In Closet 3 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 6X6
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 22X7

Property History for 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

Taxable ValueLand$2,393Additions$88,574Total$90,967
Tax Record2022$18,007 ($1,501 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt132,600 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt132,600 SqFtStories63Lot Size32,016 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1985CountyCOOKAPN17-10-200-068-1236

Schools near 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Wells Community Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
PublicPK to 8

Payton College Preparatory High School
Public9 to 12

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161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B is a condo for sale in Chicago, IL 60611. This property was listed for sale on September 16, 2024 by Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, it's currently listed at $850,000. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Ogden Elementary School, Wells Community Academy High School and Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center. 161 East Chicago Avenue, Unit 54B is a 2-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,154 sqft condo built in 1985.

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