An exceptional residence in the iconic Gold Coast, this historic Potter Palmer home on coveted Elm Street seamlessly blends timeless architecture with refined modern updates. Offering four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, the home has been thoughtfully renovated with elevated, designer finishes throughout. The main level presents an expansive living and dining space ideal for both formal entertaining and everyday living. A beautifully reimagined kitchen showcases crisp white custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a Wolf oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and wine cooler, along with a built-in breakfast area and updated powder room. Just off the kitchen, a charming slate patio offers a private outdoor retreat.The second level features a sun-drenched family room with abundant built-ins, creating the perfect lounge or play space. This floor also hosts a spacious bedroom with a wall of windows and a beautifully renovated en-suite bath.Upstairs, the third level includes an additional generously sized bedroom and a spectacular redesigned primary suite. The spa-inspired bath is appointed with dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, and a walk-in closet.The lower level offers a recreation room with wet bar and beverage refrigerator, plus an additional en-suite bedroom with exterior access-ideal for guests or a private office. Crowning the home is a fully landscaped rooftop terrace complete with an outdoor kitchen and lovely skyline views-an extraordinary setting for entertaining. Additional highlights include rich hardwood floors, three fireplaces, intricate moldings, wainscoting, skylights, and convenient access to numerous garage parking options nearby. Ideally situated just one block from Lake Michigan and moments from the Magnificent Mile, this residence offers unparalleled access to Chicago's premier shopping and dining. A rare and refined offering in one of the city's most prestigious neighborhoods.
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$2,330,000
37 E Elm St, Chicago, IL 60611
4beds
4,100sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
1,463.62 Square Feet Lot
$2,331,700 Zestimate®
$568/sqft
$7,502 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,331,700
$2.12M - $2.56M
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Meghan Luffred 440-258-2035,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Victoria Waliczek
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12613429
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Third
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X6
Deck
- Level: Fourth
- Area: 615 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X41
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X19
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 435 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X29
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Walk in closet
- Level: Third
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Dry Bar, Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,100 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill
Lot
- Size: 1,463 sqft
- Dimensions: 20X73
Details
- Parcel number: 17032010070000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Row House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Sold | $2,330,000-6.8%$568/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Pending sale | $2,499,900$610/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listing removed | $2,499,900$610/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Contingent | $2,499,900$610/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12613429 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $2,499,900-3.1%$610/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12613429 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $2,580,000-4.1%$629/sqft |
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| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,690,000+17%$656/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12574917 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12018940 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2024 | Sold | $2,300,000$561/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2024 | Listed for rent | $15,800$4/sqft |
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| 1/16/2024 | Sold | $2,300,000-8%$561/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794888 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2023 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$610/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794888 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2023 | Contingent | $2,500,000$610/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794888 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2023 | Price change | $2,500,000-3.8%$610/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794888 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,599,999+10.6%$634/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11460733 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2019 | Sold | $2,350,000+11.1%$573/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2009 | Sold | $2,115,000-20.2%$516/sqft |
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| 7/9/2009 | Listed for sale | $2,650,000+23.3%$646/sqft |
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| 11/12/2003 | Sold | $2,150,000+104.8%$524/sqft |
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| 8/4/2000 | Sold | $1,050,000$256/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $234,000 +25.9% |
| 2023 | $38,530 -10% | $185,931 -12.1% |
| 2022 | $42,801 +0.6% | $211,512 |
| 2021 | $42,533 +11% | $211,512 +22.9% |
| 2020 | $38,325 +5.5% | $172,040 -8% |
| 2019 | $36,330 +1.7% | $187,000 |
| 2018 | $35,717 +15.3% | $187,000 +24.7% |
| 2017 | $30,983 +4.9% | $150,000 |
| 2016 | $29,543 +9.4% | $150,000 |
| 2015 | $27,006 -6.7% | $150,000 -5.4% |
| 2014 | $28,941 -2.2% | $158,551 -4.1% |
| 2013 | $29,585 -3.7% | $165,294 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $30,724 +5.1% | $173,713 -4.8% |
| 2011 | $29,246 -0.5% | $182,500 |
| 2010 | $29,401 -4.4% | $182,500 -10.1% |
| 2009 | $30,744 +13.4% | $203,092 +3.8% |
| 2008 | $27,115 +2.3% | $195,736 |
| 2007 | $26,501 -7.8% | $195,736 -9% |
| 2006 | $28,744 +59.2% | $215,000 +82.5% |
| 2005 | $18,051 +1.4% | $117,794 |
| 2004 | $17,798 +2.6% | $117,794 |
| 2003 | $17,353 +4.3% | $117,794 +27.2% |
| 2002 | $16,639 +3.8% | $92,613 |
| 2001 | $16,037 +22% | $92,613 |
| 2000 | $13,148 -0.5% | $92,613 +29.4% |
| 1999 | $13,217 | $71,551 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gold Coast
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ogden Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Lincoln Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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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- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60611
- Gold Coast
- 37 E Elm St
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