Veterans United Realty
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159 E WALTON Place 23A, Chicago, IL 60611

$6,495,000 Asking Price

3 beds
4 baths
5,400  sqft
Built in 1929

Encompassing an entire premier floor within Chicago's iconic Palmolive Building, high above the Mag Mile overlooking the endless azure of Lake Michigan, 159 E. Walton Place, unit 23A, is a professionally designed 5,400-sq-ft, 3 bed/3.5 bath home with flawless finishes and modern Art Deco appeal. Originally completed in 1929 by the renowned architectural firm of Holabird & Root, the Palmolive has been meticulously maintained for world-class living and affords exceptional amenities including a 24-hour door staff, concierge services, a fitness facility, a luxe spa, and the Beacon Club - and this breathtaking full-floor unit is its undisputed crown jewel. An unrivaled level of refinement is evident moment one in the private elevator foyer, where herringbone hardwood floors and timeless architectural details set an elegant tone. Seamlessly fanning out from here, a marvelous entertaining footprint unfolds, including a light-filled living room with a custom-built wet bar that boasts a Lindsey Adelman light fixture, an icemaker and a wine fridge, a stylish formal dining room, a traditional sitting room, a handsome library/den with ebony lacquered paneling and curved glass shelves, and a design-forward family room with Porta Romana swing arm sconces. With clean lines and concealed state-of-the-art appliances, the chef's kitchen is a glowing testament to the artisan craftsmanship found throughout, and features custom fluted lacquer wood cabinets, a large marble-topped island, professional appliances from Wolf/Sub-Zero/Bosch including a wine fridge, a butler's pantry, and a second dining space that overlooks the lakefront. Past a long gallery hall that provides a layer of privacy and links to the first of two editorial-worthy secondary bedrooms, this home's private quarters span the entire western end of the residence, and include a third ensuite bedroom, a private home office, and an expansive primary suite. Boasting a corner position for double exposure, the primary enchants with large windows, a fireplace with a 19th century French carved marble mantle, a spacious custom-designed walk-in closet, and a luxurious ensuite bath with Samuel Heath fixtures, Agape lighted mirrors, dual custom vanities, and heated marble floors. Additional designer details and amenities include custom paint, wallcoverings and window treatments, additional designer light fixtures from the likes of Apparatus and Studio Van den Akker, custom closets, a presentation-worthy powder room, a finely appointed walk-in laundry room, Savant smart home automation, trimless recessed lighting, and Lutron lighting control. With unparalleled panoramas and every modern comfort imaginable, 159 E. Walton Place, unit 23A, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a spectacular piece of Chicago history.


Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
May 14, 2024 — 38 days ago
Listing Office:
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, Timothy Salm (312-929-1564)
Office Phone:
312-929-1564
MLS ID:
11977573

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Laundry, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
Rooms:
Foyer, Gallery, Library, Office, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet
Master Bath:
Double Sink
Appliances:
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
In Unit, Sink
Basement:
None
A/C:
Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
Forced Air, Zoned
Fireplace:
Gas Log, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Marble/Granite,Limestone
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

General:
Condo, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s), Steam Room, Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub, Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet, 7101.0, Monthly
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
299
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
17032130201014

Utilities

Water:
Lake Michigan,Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer,Sewer-Storm

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Condo
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5% - $425

This listing courtesy of:
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, Timothy Salm

About Chicago, IL

Housing

Number of Units
1,208,010
Median Home Value
$320,169
Median Rent
$1,131

55.74% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.90% are vacant.

Commute

Car
44.88%
Public Transportation
19.46%
Walk to Work
4.26%
Work from Home
29.59%
Other
0.70%

The median travel time to work is 27 minutes.

People

Population
2,658,686
Median Age
36.40
Median Household Size
2.54

Education

High School
22.12%
Associate’s Degree
5.76%
Bachelor’s Degree
24.28%
Graduate Degree
17.51%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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