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Property Description
Full floor Art Deco masterpiece pays homage to the 1929 built Palmolive Building with no details overlooked. This full floor renovation by Liederbach & Graham Architects, designed by Steven Gambrel includes private elevator foyer, (3) bedrooms, sitting room plus library with adjacent office. Caretti Terrazzo floor in main foyer. French Oak-Parquet de Versailles flooring throughout main living areas. Salon features opal glass fireplace mantel. Stunning millwork including shelving and glass cabinets for artwork and books throughout. The kitchen showcases an Officine Gullo Range complimented by Sub-Zero & Miele appliances with expansive eat in dining table and bench overlooking Lake Michigan and Oak Street Beach. Primary bathroom on point with Calacatta and Belgium black marbles. Home features (3) fireplaces including one in red leather wrapped library. Primary walk-in closet featured in Architectural Digest boasts natural light via window seats, bleached walnut custom cabinetry with leather-topped, double-sided chest of drawers. Home features electronic blinds throughout. There are (4) garage spots included with (2) more available.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 159 E Walton Pl #31A
General
- Sold For: $5,500,000
- HOA FEE: $9,230/month
- Taxes: $66,849 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12527349
- Added to Site: 89 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Other, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Full Body Spray Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On-Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Receiving Room, Sauna, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Spa/Hot Tub
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Location
- Area: CHI - Near North Side
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Palmolive Building Landmark
- Driving Directions: Southeast Corner of Michigan & Walton.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water, Parking, Insurance, Doorman, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: Draper & Kramer
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo, High-Rise (7 or More Stories)
- Construction: Marble/Granite, Limestone
- Exterior Const.: Marble/Granite, Limestone
- Basement Desc.: None
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Entry Floor Number: 31
- Stories/Levels: 37
- Square Feet: 5,500
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1929
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2016
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 99
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $9,230
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1929
- Tax Amount: $66,849.48
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 17032130201006
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Schools
Schools serving 159 E Walton Pl #31A
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ogden Elementary School 24 West Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60610 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Wells Community Academy High School 936 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 | 9-11 | 2.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 159 E Walton Pl #31A
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/02/2026
Sold
$5,500,000
-8.26%
MLS
12/03/2025
Listed
$5,995,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
159 E Walton Place #31A, Chicago, IL 60611 (MLS# 12527349) is a Condo property that was sold at $5,500,000 on March 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 159 E Walton Place #31A? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Near North Side? You can browse all Near North Side real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

