159 East Walton #PH, Chicago IL 60611
$8,900,000

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Property Description

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.

Features & Information

Key Details

  • List Price $8,900,000
  • Property Taxes 129586.5
  • Unit Floor Level 36
  • Square Feet 7880
  • Price/ Sq. Ft. $1,129.44
  • Year Built 1929
  • Parking Type Garage
  • Status Active

Rooms

  • Total Rooms 12
  • Master Bedroom

  • Master Bath F
  • Room Size 33X15
  • Bedroom 2

  • Room Size 19X16
  • Floor Level 2nd Level
  • Bedroom 3

  • Room Size 14X11
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Bedroom 4

  • Room Size 16X13
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Living Room

  • Room Size 28X15
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Family Room

  • Room Size 27X15
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Dining Room

  • Room Size 27X15
  • Floor Level Main Level
  • Kitchen

  • Room Size 42X17
  • Kitchen Type Eating Area-Table Space,Island,Pantry-Butler
  • Floor Level Main Level

Additional Rooms

  • Additional Room 1

  • Additional Room Level Main Level
  • Additional Room 2

  • Additional Room 2 Name Media Rm
  • Additional Room Size 15X12
  • Additional Room Level Main Level

Interior Features

  • Appliances

  • Appliances Included Oven-Double, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type Forced Air, 2+ Sep Heating Systems
  • Fireplace

  • # of Fireplaces 1

Exterior Features

  • Parking

  • Parking Garage
  • # of Cars 2
  • Garage Features Heated

Building Information

  • Number of Units 99
  • Age of Building 91-100 Years
  • Exterior Construction Marble/Granite,Limestone
  • Exposure N (North),S (South),E (East),W (West),City,Lake/Wa
  • Pets

  • Pets Allowed? Y
  • Pet Types Cats OK,Dogs OK

Location

  • County Cook
  • Township North Chicago
  • Corporate Limits Chicago
  • Directions to Property Se Corner Of Michigan And Walton
  • Schools

  • Elementary School District 299
  • Junior High District 299
  • High School District 299
  • School Name Wells Community Academy S
  • Property Taxes

  • Tax 129586.5
  • Tax Year 2023
  • Parcel Identification Number 17032130201001

Utilities

  • Sewer Sewer-Publ

Listed by Brian Loomis for Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 6/14/2025 10:02 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

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Flanked on one side by the crowded sidewalks of Michigan Avenue and the wide open waters of Lake Michigan on the other, Streeterville is home some of the biggest attractions and most visited sites in Chicago. Shop the Magnificent Mile, ride the Ferris wheel at Navy Pier, get culture at the Museum of Contemporary Art and enjoy the vistas from the 94th-floor Observatory at the John Hancock Center, all within a few blocks from your front door. Residents like the architectural grandeur of this small, near north side Chicago neighborhood which also includes iconoclastic landmarks like the ornate Tribune Tower and the Water Tower Place. For living space, towering condominium high-rises are the norm, offering homeowners a high-end lifestyle with a view. Giving up the height but keeping the luxury, three- and four-story brown- and graystones make up the rest of Streeterville real estate. Needless to say, the neighborhood has the best shopping in Chicago with its Mag Mile retailers and flagship department stores. The Streeterville cuisine is just as sought-after, boasting reservation-required restaurants and more casual, family-friendly joints.

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