Experience both sunrise and sunset from this two-bedroom, one-bath residence in the iconic Promontory Apartments. With exposures to both the east and west, the home enjoys gorgeous lake views from the living room and main bedroom, with urban vistas from the kitchen and second bedroom. Designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe, The Promontory was his first Chicago high-rise and is proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This thoughtfully updated home features a newer kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, and generous cabinet space. Wall-mounted air conditioning units are installed in every room, and abundant closet space adds to the home's everyday comfort. Monthly assessments include property taxes, heat, air conditioning, electricity, water, cable, and internet-offering exceptional value and worry-free living. Residents enjoy an impressive array of amenities, including 24-hour door staff, on-site management and engineering staff, bike storage, laundry facilities, a community herb and vegetable garden with picnic and grilling area, and a spectacular rooftop solarium with breathtaking panoramic lake views. The cooperative is professionally managed with a well-run board and strong reserves. Perfectly located just steps from Lake Michigan, the beach, the Museum of Science and Industry, and Promontory Point, the building is also moments from the University of Chicago and all of Hyde Park's shopping, dining, and neighborhood amenities. Easy access to Lake Shore Drive, Metra, and CTA makes commuting a breeze. Reserved parking currently has a waitlist, with convenient monthly permit parking available in the city-owned lot directly across the street. An opportunity to own a home in one of Chicago's most significant architectural landmarks while enjoying extraordinary views, exceptional amenities, and the very best of Hyde Park living. Welcome home!
Contingent
$119,000
5530 S South Shore Dr Unit 6B, Chicago, IL 60637
2beds
1,100sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$108/sqft
$1,366/mo HOA
What's special
Two-bedroom one-bath residenceAbundant closet spaceExtraordinary views
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Susan O'Connor 312-944-8900,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12653112
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 352 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X22
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Elevator, Storage, Doorman, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Front of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Front of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
- Body of water: LAKE MICHIGAN
Lot
- Features: Common Grounds, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 20131030090000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Glass, Concrete
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
- Major remodel year: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator in Residence, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s)
- Services included: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Taxes, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Cable TV, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,366 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $108/sqft
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Ownership: Co-op
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/23/2007 | Sold | $118,000$107/sqft |
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Monthly payment
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Neighborhood: Hyde Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Harte Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Kenwood Academy High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 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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