This breathtaking duplex penthouse loft in the famed Franklin Lofts is a once-in-a-generation opportunity, offering the only penthouse in the building with a direct north-facing view from its walled terrace. With soaring ceilings supported by iron buttresses, exposed brick walls, hardwood floors, and rooms flooded with light, it exemplifies loft living at its most elegant and unique. The first floor features a huge open layout flowing seamlessly from living room to dining room to kitchen, distinguished as the only unit in the building with a genuine woodburning stove and gas cooking range. The kitchen boasts a double row of windows overlooking the terrace and city, generous counterspace, a desk area, a beverage fridge, and a peninsula with a bar sink facing the dining room, while a stackable washer and dryer add convenience; the building also offers a newly renovated laundry room for larger items. The primary suite on this level includes east-facing windows, hardwood floors, exposed brick, a long walk-in closet, and a private bathroom with a double vanity, deep soaking tub, and separate shower. Upstairs, the open second bedroom, currently used as a family room and study, features abundant built-ins with shelving, cabinets, and bookcases, along with a second bathroom offering a separate sink area and shower. The HVAC system was completely replaced this summer by the building for quiet, efficient comfort. Perfectly located in the center of the city's transportation hub, all CTA train lines are within two blocks, with a Red Line stop on Polk and a bus stop across the street, while highways and DuSable Lake Shore Drive are easily accessible from Ida B. Wells Drive. Surrounded by new restaurants, bars, shops, museums, theaters, universities, and the attractions of the Loop, it's also within easy reach of the University of Chicago, UIC, and Rush Medical Center. With a Walk Score that rates it a walker's and transit rider's paradise, residents also benefit from a protected two-way bike path beginning at the front door. Deeded parking is included in the nearby 801 Plymouth garage, though you may find that your car is rarely needed. The building has a bike room and a freight elevator harkening back to its industrial past opening to the street for easy move-in and out that recalls its days of hauling heavy loads of paper. Carefully managed by an attentive board and management, the building covers everything in its assessment except electricity. Heat, cooking gas, endless hot water, air conditioning, high-speed internet, and basic cable are all included. Supported by a reserve fund exceeding one million dollars and recent major upgrades like a new hot water boiler, this iconic penthouse is truly one of a kind.
Property Features
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Foyer
- Deck
- Laundry Dimensions: 3' x 3'
- Laundry Level: Main
- Basement Features: Partially Finished, Full
- Entry Foyer Dimensions: 7' x 7'
- Living Room Dimensions: 19' x 28'
- Entry Foyer Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Bar Fridge
- Washer
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Front Controls on Range/Cooktop
- Gas Cooktop
- Gas Oven
- Laundry Facilities: Main Level
- Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, In Kitchen
- Washer Dryer Hookup: Yes
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Possible: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14' x 16'
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14' x 26'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Elevator
- 1st Floor Bedroom
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Storage
- Built-in Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Bookcases
- Open Floorplan
- Lobby
- Replacement Windows
- Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Door Features: Storm Door(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Drapes
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Electric
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Free Standing
- Heating Features: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 7' x 16'
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 11' x 18'
- Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Lighting
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Deck: Yes
- Deck Dimensions: 18' x 15'
- Deck Level: Main
Land Info
- Additional Parcels Description: 17164190061148
- Additional Parcels: Yes
- Lot Description: Mature Trees
- Lot Size Dimensions: condo
Manufactured and Mobile Info
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Off Site, Garage Owned, Detached
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s)
- Association Fee: 1223
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Insurance, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1223
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: South Loop Elementary School
- Elementary School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- School District: 299
- Middle or Junior School District: 299
Amenities and Community Features
- Bike Room/Bike Trails
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator(s)
- Storage
- On Site Manager/Engineer
- Security Door Lock(s)
- Service Elevator(s)
- Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 13163
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Cook
- Directions: Dearborn is one way north from Polk (800 S) anchored by the Dearborn Station on the south end. It is 2 blocks west of State and one block east of Clark. The Red Line Harrison stop has an entrance on Polk within view of the building. The 62 and 22 northbound buses stop across the street. A couple of blocks north is the Harold Washington Library stop with Pink, Purple and Brown Line stops. Blue Line has 2 stops close by. A block and a half north is Ida B. Wells Drive for easy access to DuSable Lake Shore Drive, the Kennedy, Dan Ryan and Eisenhower Expressways. So easy!
- Tax Year: 2023
- Ownership: Condo
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: CHI - Loop
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Franklin Lofts
- Parcel Number: 17164060321001
- Postal Code Plus 4: 8389
- Subdivision: Franklin Lofts
- Township: South Chicago
- Management Company: Tairre Management
- Property Subtype: Attached Single
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2020
- Year Built: 1916
- Building Exterior Type: Brick
- Common Walls: End Unit
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Entry Level: 13
- Living Area Source: Plans
- Property Age: 100
- Structure Type: Condo-Duplex, High Rise (7+ Stories), Penthouse
- Total Area Sqft: 2020
- Year Remodeled: 1989
- Elevator: Yes
- Vaulted Ceiling: Yes
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Cable Available
- Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Accessibility Features
Home Features
- Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Internet-Fiber
