Welcome to the Palmolive Building, one of Chicago's most iconic homes for city living. This one bedroom, one and a half bath residence at 159 E Walton Place, Unit 6B, blends classic elegance with modern comfort. It works well as a full time home or a quiet city retreat. The layout is smart and easy to live in. You get high ceilings, large north facing windows, and wide plank oak floors that run through the entire space. The kitchen has high end appliances, custom built closets, and a new washer and dryer. The primary suite feels calm and polished, with a well finished bathroom that has a separate tub and shower. Deeded valet parking is included. Living in the Palmolive means top tier service. Residents get concierge service with mobile app access, a private gym and spa, and the Beacon Club, a resident lounge and entertainment space. Outside, you are steps from the lakefront path, Oak Street Beach, and the best dining and shopping in the Gold Coast and along Michigan Avenue. Unit 6B is a rare chance to live in a full service building with character, history, and a standout location. Buyer summary * Location benefits: Steps to the lakefront path, Oak Street Beach, and top dining and shopping in the Gold Coast and along Michigan Avenue. * Interior highlights: High ceilings, large north facing windows, wide plank oak floors, high end kitchen appliances, custom closets, new washer and dryer, refined primary suite with separate tub and shower. * Exterior highlights: Deeded valet parking and the classic Palmolive Building setting. * Lifestyle fit: Ideal for someone who wants a full service luxury building with a timeless look, great walkability, and a home that is easy to live in and maintain.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms Possible: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16' x 16'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 4
- Foyer
- Laundry Dimensions: 6' x 4'
- Laundry Level: Main
- Entry Foyer Dimensions: 6' x 9'
- Living Room Dimensions: 28' x 14'
- Entry Foyer Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
- Exercise Room: Yes
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Portable Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Washer
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
- Washer Dryer Hookup: Yes
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Zoned
- Heating Features: Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Interior Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Window Features: Screens
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 8' x 17'
- Kitchen Level: Main
Land Info
- Additional Parcels: No
- Lot Size Dimensions: CONDO
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Receiving Room, Sauna, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Steam Room, Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub
- Association Fee: 1710
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Water, Gas, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1710
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- School District: 299
- Middle or Junior School District: 299
Amenities and Community Features
- Door Person
- Elevator(s)
- Exercise Room
- Storage
- Health Club
- On Site Manager/Engineer
- Party Room
- Receiving Room
- Sauna
- Security Door Lock(s)
- Service Elevator(s)
- Steam Room
- Valet/Cleaner
- Spa/Hot Tub
- Doorman: Yes
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 11424
- Source Listing Status: Active Under Contract
- County: Cook
- Directions: SE CORNER OF MICHIGAN & WALTON
- Tax Year: 2024
- Ownership: Condo
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: CHI - Near North Side
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Palmolive Building Landmark
- Parcel Number: 17032130201087
- Subdivision: Palmolive Building Landmark
- Township: North Chicago
- Management Company: Sudler
- Property Subtype: Attached Single
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1278
- Year Built: 1929
- Construction Materials: Marble/Granite, Limestone
- Entry Level: 6
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Structure Type: Condo, High Rise (7+ Stories), Vintage
- Total Area Sqft: 1278
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water Source: Public
Accessibility Features
Home Features
- Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors
