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Welcome to the iconic 1540 N Lake Shore Drive building impeccably located facing Lake Michigan at North Avenue Beach and adjacent to Lincoln Park. A perfect balance of incredible new luxury finishes and restored original details - every inch of this home has been thoughtfully reimagined, redesigned, and restored in 2023. Upon entering the gracious lobby, full time staff will escort you to your semi-private elevator. Arriving at the grand foyer, you will note the amazing detail from white oak flooring with nickel inlays, to the gorgeous upholstered walls in the family room, and the designer powder bath with hand-painted wallpaper and a marble vanity. You will delight in the level of craftsmanship and thoughtful detail! Perfect for entertaining, this home features expansive open living and dining areas with incredible floor to ceiling views of the lake and a cozy natural fireplace, or relax in the spacious family/media room with dry bar, Subzero fridge drawers, upholstered walls with brass inlays. Gourmands will delight in the culinary kitchen with adjacent cozy breakfast room and incomparable fittings and finishes including Gaggenau appliances (including a steam oven and wine fridges) and Eggersmann cabinets. The primary suite will be your sanctuary with lovely views of the Cardinal's mansion and features private sitting area, his and hers closets and dressing rooms and the en-suite of your dreams with heated onyx floors, Japanese soaking tub, lake view and Swiss shower lavatory. The hotel-like guest suite overlooks Navy Pier and has private en-suite bath and sitting area. The current configuration is a 2 bedroom with an large WIC + den, which could be converted to a 3rd bedroom. 2 generous storage rooms included in basement. Come and see it for yourself!
Property Type(s):
Condo/Townhouse/Co-Op
| Last Updated | 8/17/2026 | Year Built | 1926 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community | CHI - Near North Side | Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| County | Cook |
SCHOOLS
| School District | Lincoln Park High School |
|---|---|
| Elementary School | Ogden Elementary |
| Jr. High School | Ogden Elementary |
| High School | Lincoln Park High School |
Additional Details
| AIR | Central Air, Zoned |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| AMENITIES | Insurance, Internet, Snow Removal, Water |
| APPLIANCES | Bar Fridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Wine Refrigerator |
| AREA | CHI - Near North Side |
| BASEMENT | None |
| CONSTRUCTION | Brick |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Hot Water, Steam |
| HOA DUES | 5981 |
| INTERIOR | Bookcases, Built-in Features, Dry Bar, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar |
| LOT | 0 |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Landscaped |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | COMMON |
| PARKING | Circular Driveway, Off Site, Leased, Detached, Garage |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STORIES | 16 |
| TAXES | 30695.04 |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Water |
| WATER ACCESS | LAKE MICHIGAN |
| WATERFRONT | Yes |
| WATERFRONT DESCRIPTION | Lake Front |
Location
Listed with @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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