Set high above the Magnificent Mile in the esteemed Olympia Centre, this beautifully appointed corner residence offers generous proportions, thoughtful design, and sweeping southeastern views of the lake and skyline. A gracious entry with marble flooring opens to a large-scale living and dining space filled with natural light from wraparound windows, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is bright and elegant with marble floors, a custom bar, and a breakfast area overlooking the city. The intelligently designed split floorplan offers exceptional privacy, with an expansive primary suite featuring space for a sitting area or home office, two large walk-in closets, and a marble bath with soaking tub and separate shower. The secondary bedroom is equally spacious with its own recently renovated en-suite bath. A powder room, full laundry and storage room, and custom details throughout complete the interior. Residents enjoy the full-service lifestyle that makes the Olympia Centre so desirable, with 24-hour door staff, concierge, an indoor pool, shared roof deck and fitness center, all in a prime location just moments from the lakefront, renowned museums, and Chicago's most iconic restaurants and shopping. On-site garage parking available.
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$765,000
161 E Chicago Ave Unit 31B, Chicago, IL 60611
2beds
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Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
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$791,200 Zestimate®
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$4,283 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Kate Waddell 312-319-1168,
Compass
Bought with:
Jennifer Briscoe
Corcoran Urban Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12504533
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Foyer
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 560 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Marble)
- Level: Main
- Area: 171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X9
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X16
Heating
- Electric, Baseboard, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Dry Bar, Storage
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Leased, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 17102000681052
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Marble/Granite
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub
- Services included: Water, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Cable TV, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,904 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $700,400
- Annual tax amount: $16,671
- Date on market: 12/10/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $765,000-1.9% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12504533 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $780,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12504533 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2025 | Listing removed | $780,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486570 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $780,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12486570 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listing removed | $780,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444967 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $780,000-2.5% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444967 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Listing removed | $800,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12304534 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2025 | Price change | $800,000-5.9% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12304534 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12181083 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2024 | Listing removed | $850,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12181083 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $850,000-2.9% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12181083 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2024 | Listing removed | $875,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12011352 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2024 | Price change | $875,000-2.7% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12011352 Report a problem | ||
| 11/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000+12.4% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11917975 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2019 | Sold | $800,000-3% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10076002 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2019 | Pending sale | $825,000 |
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| 4/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $825,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,072 -15.6% | $70,040 -11.4% |
| 2023 | $16,671 +2.6% | $79,015 |
| 2022 | $16,252 +10.7% | $79,015 |
| 2021 | $14,684 -13.1% | $79,015 -3% |
| 2020 | $16,897 +2.3% | $81,432 -7.9% |
| 2019 | $16,522 +1.7% | $88,408 |
| 2018 | $16,242 -4.6% | $88,408 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $17,033 +5.1% | $85,199 |
| 2016 | $16,207 +9.6% | $85,199 |
| 2015 | $14,788 +24.8% | $85,199 +24.8% |
| 2014 | $11,847 +2.2% | $68,253 |
| 2013 | $11,594 +1% | $68,253 |
| 2012 | $11,480 +15.2% | $68,253 +5.3% |
| 2011 | $9,963 -5.1% | $64,848 -4% |
| 2010 | $10,496 -5.7% | $67,535 -14% |
| 2009 | $11,135 -3.2% | $78,529 -11% |
| 2008 | $11,500 +1.5% | $88,227 -2.2% |
| 2007 | $11,335 +2.9% | $90,185 |
| 2006 | $11,012 -13% | $90,185 +6.4% |
| 2005 | $12,653 +1.6% | $84,753 |
| 2004 | $12,453 +2.7% | $84,753 |
| 2003 | $12,125 +11% | $84,753 +35.3% |
| 2002 | $10,927 +4.1% | $62,640 |
| 2001 | $10,497 +6.3% | $62,640 |
| 2000 | $9,876 -0.5% | $62,640 +17.3% |
| 1999 | $9,930 | $53,410 |
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Neighborhood: Streeterville
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- 4/10Ogden Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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