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Property Description
WELCOME TO APARTMENT 402 IN THE ICONIC DRAKE TOWER LOCATED IN CHICAGO'S GOLD COAST NEIGHBORHOOD. Elegantly updated Apartment 402 is located on the fourth floor and is a generously sized 975 square foot one-bedroom co-operative residence. It features picture windows overlooking the park with some lake views from the living room and the bedroom, extensive custom built-in bookcases and cabinets, hardwood flooring throughout as well as SpacePak air conditioning. A butler's pantry extends the galley kitchen, which is furnished with high quality painted wood cabinets, granite counter tops and high-end appliances. The combo W/D unit presently stored in the entry hall closet is not connected. This unit could be installed, at the new owner's expense after the closing, in the closet adjacent to the bathroom after that closet has been plumbed accordingly. This W/D combo unit remains in the unit as part of the sale. An interior common landscaped terrace is located between the Drake Tower and the Drake Hotel. The Hotel can be accessed directly from the building. Parking is available in the building for $200 per month per car. The Drake Tower is known for its five-star staff and service which includes an on-site Property Manager, a live-in engineer, a receiving room attendant, garage attendants, elevator operators and of course the 24-hour door staff. The monthly assessments include the real estate taxes. 179 E. Lake Shore Drive is a pet friendly building.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 179 E Lake Shore Dr #402
General
- Sold For: $300,000
- HOA FEE: $2,625/month
- Taxes: (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Co-op
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12460295
- Added to Site: 177 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On-Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s), Business Center
- Other Features: Historical District
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Leased, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Near North Side
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: EAST LAKE SHORE DRIVE ADJACENT TO DRAKE HOTEL
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Taxes, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: DRAKE TOWER APARTMENTS
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Small Duct High Velocity
- Heating Type: Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High-Rise (7 or More Stories), Vintage
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement Desc.: None
- Entry Floor Number: 4
- Stories/Levels: 30
- Square Feet: 975
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1928
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 58
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Lease Price: $200
- Association Fee: $2,625
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 1928
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Co-op
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 17032080020000
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Schools
Schools serving 179 E Lake Shore Dr #402
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 179 E Lake Shore Dr #402
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/03/2025
Sold
$300,000
-10.45%
MLS
9/02/2025
Listed
$335,000
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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.
179 E Lake Shore Drive #402, Chicago, IL 60611 (MLS# 12460295) is a Co-op property that was sold at $300,000 on November 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 179 E Lake Shore Drive #402? Do you have questions about finding other Co-op 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.

