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Own the pinnacle of Chicago elegance in this 7880 sq ft duplex penthouse, formerly home to Vince Vaughn and the original headquarters of Hugh Hefner's Playboy enterprise. The Palmolive Building is a true Art Deco icon- its historic beacon once lit the skies to guide pilots to Midway Airport and today it shines as one of the most distinguished addresses in the city. This two-story residence is the ultimate blend of heritage and sophistication. the upper level features soaring 14-foot ceilings, timeless wood paneling in the original executive office, now reimagined as a show stopping primary suite with a lavish bathroom, an office, game. room and extensive storage. Downstairs you'll find a massive chef's kitchen, perfect for entertaining, along with formal living and dining rooms and a guest suite with its own bath. A custom temperature-controlled wine room ,part of a meticulous multi-million dollar renovation ,elevates this already extraordinary home. Enjoy three private terraces , a private elevator, two garage spaces , and the impeccable attention of a building staff renowned for best -in-class service. Qualified buyers only please.
| Address |
159 E Walton Place
Unit# PH Chicago, IL 60611 |
| Listing Status | Active |
| Asking Price | $8,400,000 |
| On Market Date | $8,900,000 @ Jan 8, 2026 |
| Original Entry | Jan 8, 2026 |
| Square Footage | 7880 sf |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Full Bathrooms | 4 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Directions | SE CORNER OF MICHIGAN AND WALTON |
| Neighborhood | NEAR NORTH SIDE |
| Complex | Palmolive Building Landmark |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Property Type | Condo |
| Assessment | $14,786 |
| County | Cook |
| Tax PIN | 17032130201001 |
| Property Tax | $122,036 for the year 2024 |
| Lake Michigan Distance | 0.1 miles |
| Style | Attached Single |
| Material | Not Listed |
| Lot Size | COMMON |
| Fencing | Not Listed |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Entry Steps | 36 |
| Swimming Pool | Not Listed |
| Patio | Deck |
| Parking |
Heated Garage
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Total Spaces: 2
Garage Spaces: 2
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
|
| View | Not Listed |
| Year Built | 1929 |
| Laundry Location | Main Level,Upper Level |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+ |
| Sewer/Septic | Public Sewer |
| Fireplaces | Not Listed (1) |
| Interior Features | Wet Bar, Theatre Room |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator |
| Appliances | No |
| Assessments | No |
| Association | No |
| Association Fee 2 | 0 |
| Association Fee Frequency | Monthly |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Basement | None |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Cooling | No |
| Heating | No |
| High School District | 299 |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | No |
| Living Area Source | Builder |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking | No |
| Patio | No |
| Pool Private | No |
| Property Attached | No |
| Sprinklers | No |
| View | No |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report | No |
| Platform | MRED |
| AOR | |
| MLS Number | MRD12541400 |
| Courtesy of | Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty |
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