For Sale at Palmolive Building Landmark: 159 E Walton Place #PH, Chicago, IL 60611. 4-bedroom 4.5-bath, 7880 sf, 1929 NEAR NORTH SIDE $8,400,000 begin new search
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Overview

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
Rooms
Media Room, Breakfast Room, Office, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet
Square Footage 7880 sf
Flooring Hardwood
Bedrooms 4
Full Bathrooms 4
Half Baths 1
Location
Directions SE CORNER OF MICHIGAN AND WALTON
Neighborhood NEAR NORTH SIDE
Complex Palmolive Building Landmark
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Property Type Condo
Assessment $14,786
Public Records
County Cook
Tax PIN 17032130201001
Property Tax $122,036 for the year 2024
Lake Michigan Distance 0.1 miles
Exterior
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
Features
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
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Listing Source
Platform MRED
AOR
MLS Number MRD12541400
Courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty