Experience refined luxury at 161 E Chicago Ave, where this premier and rare G Tier 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence offers stunning north-facing views of the John Hancock Building, Water Tower Place, Michigan Avenue, Lake Michigan, and Oak Street Beach. Designed with elegance and functionality in mind, this thoughtfully curated home features oversized windows flooding with natural light, and an open living and dining area focused on breathtaking skyline vistas. The stylish kitchen boasts dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, garbage disposal and washer/dryer. The spacious primary suite provides a serene retreat with a custom walk-in closet and beautiful built in with tons of extra storage. Well appointed bathroom with generous vanity, a jetted soaking tub/shower combo and handheld shower head. Additional highlights include an in-unit washer/dryer, ample storage within hall coat and linen closets, and elegant marble tile flooring throughout common living space. Residents of this full-service building enjoy five-star amenities, including 24-hour concierge and door staff, an indoor pool and spa, two fitness areas, a rooftop deck, and an expansive entertaining lounge. Located in the heart of the Magnificent Mile, steps from world-class dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, this home offers an unparalleled lifestyle in one of Chicago's most sought-after addresses. On-site parking can leased from building for additional monthly fee. Pets welcome, dogs and cats permitted with a 3 pet max and combined weight limit up to 30lbs.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms Possible: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 11 x 15
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 4
- Foyer
- Laundry: 4 x 4
- Laundry Level: Main
- Entry Foyer Dimensions: 10 x 4
- Living Room Dimensions: 20 x 15
- Entry Foyer Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
- Exercise Room: Yes
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Marble
Appliances
- Yes
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
- Washer Dryer Hookup: Yes
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Electric, Indv Controls
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Area Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 8 x 8
- Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Leased, Attached, Garage
- Parking Total: 1
Home Features
- View: Water
- Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Fire Sprinklers
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Sauna, Service Elevator(s), Laundry, Patio, Private Laundry Hkup, Security
- Association Fee: 801
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Water, Insurance, Doorman, TV/Cable, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 801
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Ogden International
- Elementary School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Middle School: Ogden International
- Middle or Junior School District: 299
Amenities and Community Features
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 7004.65
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Cook
- Directions: Michigan Ave. to Chicago Ave., East to property
- Tax Year: 2023
- Ownership: Condo
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Olympia Centre
- Parcel Number: 17102000681153
- Subdivision: Olympia Centre
- Township: North Chicago
- Management Company: First Service Residential
- Property Subtype: Attached Single
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 875
- Year Built: 1985
- Construction Materials: Marble/Granite
- Entry Level: 43
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Property Age: 40
- Levels or Stories: 64
- Structure Type: Condo, High Rise (7+ Stories)
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Accessibility Features
- Accessibility Features: Entry Slope less than 1 foot, No Interior Steps, Wheelchair Accessible
