For Sale: 4950 S Chicago Beach Drive #11A, Chicago, IL 60615. 3-bedroom 4.5-bath, 4000 sf, 1929 Powhatan $1,250,000 begin new search
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Overview

Perched on the 11th floor of the iconic 1929 Art Deco Powhatan, this exceptional residence offers a rare combination of luxury, elegance, and comfort. Widely regarded as one of the building's finest apartments, this expansive single-level home is larger than many houses and showcases breathtaking lake and park views, among the best in the city. Meticulously renovated and presented in move-in condition, the residence is flooded with natural light and thoughtfully designed for both grand-scale entertaining and everyday living. Highlights include a stunning chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, an estate-sized butler's pantry, a formal dining room, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, a beautiful fireplace with a hand-carved mantel, two-zone central air conditioning, and a spacious in-unit laundry room. The private living quarters feature three generously sized bedrooms, abundant closet space, and beautifully re-imagined en-suite baths, including dual primary baths. The Powhatan is renowned for its striking Art Deco architecture and distinguished amenities, including a restored lobby, indoor swimming pool, fitness center, and a spectacular rooftop ballroom with expansive terraces for outdoor dining and entertaining. This full-service co-op offers 24-hour door staff, valet parking, elevator attendants, on-site maintenance personnel, and private storage. Monthly assessments include parking, real estate taxes, and an unparalleled level of service. Significant capital improvements completed over the past decade have further enhanced the building's infrastructure and long-term value. A truly one-of-a-kind residence in one of Chicago's most celebrated landmark buildings.

Address 4950 S Chicago Beach Drive

Unit# 11A


Chicago, IL 60615
Listing Status PRICE_CHANGE
Asking Price $1,250,000
On Market Date $1,400,000 @ Sep 10, 2026
Original Entry Sep 10, 2026
Rooms
Pantry, Office, Library, Utility Room-1st Floor, Gallery, Walk In Closet
Square Footage 4000 sf
Flooring Hardwood
Bedrooms 3
Full Bathrooms 4
Half Baths 1
Location
Directions LSD to Hyde Park Boulevard exit, building is straight ahead.
Community Area Powhatan
Neighborhood KENWOOD
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Property Type Co-op
Assessment $7,358
HOA Amenities Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator in Residence, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s)
Listing History
Timeline Notes
Sep 16, 2026Price reduced to $1,250,000 #MRD12670499
Sep 10, 2026Listed for $1,400,000 #MRD12670499
Public Records
County Cook
Tax PIN 20121030030000
Property Tax $000 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
Roof Asphalt
Entry Steps 11
Swimming Pool Not Listed
Parking
Assigned
Off Street
Valet
Yes
Owned
Total Spaces: 1
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 -
View Not Listed
Features
Year Built 1929
Laundry Location Washer Hookup,In Unit
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Decorative (1)
Interior Features Storage, Doorman, Separate Dining Room, Paneling
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
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
Electric Circuit Breakers
Foundation Details Stone
Heating No
High School District 299
Land Lease No
Laundry No
Living Area Source Estimated
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
Window Features Screens
Monthly Payment Calculator
Listing Source
Platform MRED
AOR
MLS Number MRD12670499
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