Offering classic Chicago sophistication in the heart of the Gold Coast, 161 E. Chicago Ave., unit #54B, is a 2154-square-foot luxury condo with breathtaking lake views and first-class amenities. Located in Olympia Centre, one of Chicago's premier high-rises steps from the Magnificent Mile, unit #54B features rare oversized windows, hardwood floors, and designer finishes. This home's handsome entry has a deep coat closet and access to a polished powder room, and connects to a large (22' x 7') foyer with gorgeous marble floors and modern millwork details. The living room is spectacularly spacious for a myriad of elevated living/entertaining configurations, features oversize windows that frame those unobstructed Lake Michigan views, and connects to a defined formal dining space. The gourmet, galley-style kitchen features a high-end stainless steel SubZero refrigerator, double ovens, custom white lacquer cabinetry, and natural stone countertops. The south end of the living room links to a light-filled den with a coffered ceiling and Art Deco accent lighting that can serve as a second bedroom based on preference. Sizable and lake-facing, the primary suite features three custom walk-in closets, more beautiful window benches and a sitting area, and comes complete with a luxe ensuite bath with marble floors, a double vanity, a soaking tub and a glass-encased shower. Additional in-unit details include custom window treatments, designer wallcoverings and statement lighting, and a walk-in laundry room. Building amenities include 24-hour door service, concierge, an on-site laundry room, a wide-open party room and lounge space to use for large-scale entertaining, an indoor pool, two separate fitness centers, a sauna, a whirlpool, and a sundeck with incredible views of the city and surrounding neighborhood. Steps from Lake Michigan, Oak Street Beach and the best shopping, dining, and cultural institutions Chicago has to offer, 161 E. Chicago Ave., unit 54B, delivers both convenience and lifestyle. (On site garage parking available, and the building is pet-friendly.)
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Possible: 2
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 18 x 15
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 x 12
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Foyer, Walk In Closet
- Walk In Closet: 7 x 6
- Walk In Closet Level: Main
- Walk In Closet: 7 x 6
- Walk In Closet Level: Main
- Walk In Closet: 6 x 6
- Walk In Closet Level: Main
- Laundry: 5 x 6
- Laundry Level: Main
- Entry Foyer Dimensions: 22 x 7
- Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 34
- Entry Foyer Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
- Exercise Room: Yes
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Laundry Hook-Up in Unit
- Flooring: Carpet
Appliances
- Yes
- Laundry Features: In Unit
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Electric, Baseboard
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Area Dimensions: 11 x 14
- Dining Area Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 8 x 14
- Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
Land Info
- Lot Description: Common Grounds
Manufactured and Mobile Info
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Garage Description: Attached
- Garage Features: Transmitter(s)
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Sauna, Service Elevator(s), Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub, Laundry, Private Laundry Hkup, Water View
- Association Fee: 1985
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Water, Insurance, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 1985
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Amenities and Community Features
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 18493.66
- Source Listing Status: Active Under Contract
- County: Cook
- Directions: ON CHICAGO AVE JUST EAST OF MICHIGAN AVE.
- Tax Year: 2023
- Ownership: Condo
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Olympia Centre
- Parcel Number: 17102000681236
- 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: 2154
- Year Built: 1985
- Foundation Details: Reinforced Caisson
- Property Age: 39
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 64
- Structure Type: Condo
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
Home Features
- Other Equipment: TV-Cable