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159 E Walton Place #PH

Chicago, IL 60611
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Bed 4

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Bath 5

Bath

SqFt7,880

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Own the pinnacle of Chicago elegance in this 7880 sq ft duplex penthouse, formerly home to Vince Vaughn and the original headquarters of Hugh Hefner's Playboy enterprise. The Palmolive Building is a true Art Deco icon- its historic beacon once lit the skies to guide pilots to Midway Airport and today it shines as one of the most distinguished addresses in the city. This two-story residence is the ultimate blend of heritage and sophistication. the upper level features soaring 14-foot ceilings, timeless wood paneling in the original executive office, now reimagined as a show stopping primary suite with a lavish bathroom, an office, game. room and extensive storage. Downstairs you'll find a massive chef's kitchen, perfect for entertaining, along with formal living and dining rooms and a gues t suite with its own bath. A custom temperature-controlled wine room ,part of a meticulous multi-million dollar renovation ,elevates this already extraordinary home. Enjoy three private terraces , a private elevator, two garage spaces , and the impeccable attention of a building staff renowned for best -in-class service. Qualified buyers only please.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $8,400,000

AD Id : 72668793

MLS Id : MRD12541400

Beds : 4

Living Area Size : 7,880

Year Built : 1929

Garage : 2

County : Cook

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Media Room, Breakfast Room, Office, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 12

    Interior Features

    Wet Bar, Theatre Room Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator Laundry Features: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Marble/Granite, Limestone
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+ Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1929

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: COMMON

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Attached Single Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$8900000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $122035.5 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 17032130201001

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal HOA: $14,786.00 Monthly

  • School Information

    Senior High School: Wells Community Academy Senior H
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Location Information

    City: Chicago Direction: SE CORNER OF MICHIGAN AND WALTON
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MLS: MRED #12541400 LISTED BY: Brian Loomis, Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty 312-751-0300 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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