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$ 5,995,000

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3 Beds

5 Baths

6,500 SqFt

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$ 5,995,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save Virtual Tour

3 Beds

5 Baths

6,500 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 6,500 sqft

Price per Sqft $922

MLS Listing ID 12578948

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 2

Year Built 1969

Annual Tax Amount $128,607

Tax Year 2024

Lot Dimensions 25 X 101

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

A rare architectural offering on one of Chicago's most coveted residential streets, this is the northernmost home on Astor, distinguished by its commanding position and oversized windows overlooking the Cardinal's Mansion and Lincoln Park. The setting provides exceptional privacy and natural light, a rarity in the city. Originally designed as a mid century modern residence by noted Chicago architect I. W. Colburn, the home was later completely reimagined with a refined Art Deco inspired interior by two of the city's most respected design firms, Marvin Herman & Associates and Suzanne Lovell Inc. In 2025, the exterior was extensively renovated, including all new stucco on the walls enclosing the home's expansive private terrace. Today, the residence offers approximately 6,500 square feet of beautifully finished living space, generous outdoor areas, and two-car garage parking. Interior finishes are of exceptional quality and include bespoke millwork and cabinetry, hand-cast plaster moldings, a dramatic curved staircase with artisan-fabricated bronze and steel balusters, three distinctive fireplaces, rift-sawn white oak floors with custom inlay, limestone and marble, Donald Kaufman paint finishes, and vellum wall coverings. An elegant foyer with a walk-in coat closet, climate-controlled wine storage, and a guest bath with a hand-carved marble sink introduces the home. One level up, the main living level includes a gracious living room with a wet bar, a separate dining room, and a sophisticated kitchen with custom cabinetry and a built-in banquette. This level also includes a private office with a white alabaster fireplace and direct access to the terrace. A standout feature of the home, the north-facing terrace offers a serene setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. The top level includes a luxurious primary suite with a spa caliber bath featuring a soaking tub carved from a single block of Noir St. Laurent marble with P. E. Guerin hardware. A second en suite bedroom and a family room with an additional full bath complete the level. Curved rear stairs lead to a private bedroom suite with its own entrance, allowing guests to enter independently. Features include knotty pine paneling, a kitchenette, generous closets, an en suite bath, and French doors opening to a tranquil koi pond. The landscaping was designed by award-winning Scott Byron & Co. Ideally located near Lincoln Park, the lakefront, and downtown, this exceptional Gold Coast residence offers architectural pedigree, remarkable privacy, and extraordinary craftsmanship.

Location

State IL

County Cook

Area Chi - Near North Side

Rooms

Basement None

Interior

Interior Features Wet Bar

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Cooling Central Air, Zoned

Fireplaces Number 4

Fireplaces Type Gas Starter

Equipment Security System, Multiple Water Heaters

Fireplace Y

Appliance Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier

Laundry In Unit

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Park

Building

Lot Description Irregular Lot, Landscaped

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Brick, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Level or Stories 3 Stories

Structure Type Brick

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Ogden Elementary

Middle Schools Ogden Elementary

High Schools Lincoln Park High School

School District 299 , 299, 299

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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Listed by Jennifer Ames of Engel & Voelkers Chicago

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+1(312) 970-9476

mvrielink@chicagorea.com

1941 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL, 60642-1219, USA

1524 N Astor ST Chicago, IL 60610