159 E Walton Pl, Unit 31A

$5,995,000
Price
3
Beds
5,500 Sq. Ft.
$1,090 / Sq. Ft.
5,500
Sq. Ft.
$1,090
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Full floor Art Deco masterpiece pays homage to the 1929 built Palmolive Building with no details overlooked. This full floor renovation by Liederbach & Graham Architects, designed by Steven Gambrel includes private elevator foyer, (3) bedrooms, sitting room plus library with adjacent office. Caretti Terrazzo floor in main foyer. French Oak-Parquet de Versailles flooring throughout main living areas. Salon features opal glass fireplace mantel. Stunning millwork including shelving and glass cabinets...Full floor Art Deco masterpiece pays homage to the 1929 built Palmolive Building with no details overlooked. This full floor renovation by Liederbach & Graham Architects, designed by Steven Gambrel includes private elevator foyer, (3) bedrooms, sitting room plus library with adjacent office. Caretti Terrazzo floor in main foyer. French Oak-Parquet de Versailles flooring throughout main living areas. Salon features opal glass fireplace mantel. Stunning millwork including shelving and glass cabinets for artwork and books throughout. The kitchen showcases an Officine Gullo Range complimented by Sub-Zero & Miele appliances with expansive eat in dining table and bench overlooking Lake Michigan and Oak Street Beach. Primary bathroom on point with Calacatta and Belgium black marbles. Home features (3) fireplaces including one in red leather wrapped library. Primary walk-in closet featured in Architectural Digest boasts natural light via window seats, bleached walnut custom cabinetry with leather-topped, double-sided chest of drawers. Home features electronic blinds throughout. There are (4) garage spots included with (2) more available.
  1. Listed by Ken Jungwirth • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (773)-398-5585 C: (773)-398-5585 kjungwirth@atproperties.com

Property Details for 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Subdivision
Palmolive Building Landmark
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2025 04:19 PM

Property Details for 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

StatusNew
MLS #12527349
Days on Market3
Taxes$66,849 / year
HOA Fees$8,865 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1929
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

Building/Complex159 E Walton PlFloor31Stories37Residences102Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1929

Payment Calculator

$44,059 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$29,623

Property Taxes

$5,571

HOA Dues

$8,865

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Parking, Doorman, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Receiving Room, Sauna, Security Door Locks, Service Elevator, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Other
  • Room Type: Den, Sitting Room, Foyer, Office, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2013
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Attached: Condo, High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Stories Total: 37
  • Total # Units in Building: 99.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Marble/Granite, Limestone
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 919
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 159
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: Draper & Kramer
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 38
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20X18
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 32X15
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 17X14
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X8
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 16X8
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 18X14
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 14X13

Property History for 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 3, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12461146

$6,750,000
Dec 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12527349

$5,995,000
Sep 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12461146

$6,750,000
Jul 24, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #11742753

$7,500,000
Sep 20, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11742753

$7,500,000
Sep 30, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11447612

$8,900,000
Jun 27, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #10776047

$9,900,000
Jun 27, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11447612

$8,900,000
Jul 9, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10776047

$10,900,000
Dec 18, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #409423984

$6,750,000
Dec 18, 2013

Sold

MRED #08505588

$6,750,000
Nov 6, 2013

Pending

MRED #08505588

Oct 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08505588

$7,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/03/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12461146

$6,750,000
12/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12527349

$5,995,000
09/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12461146

$6,750,000
07/24/2024

Cancelled

MRED #11742753

$7,500,000
09/20/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11742753

$7,500,000
09/30/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11447612

$8,900,000
06/27/2022

Cancelled

MRED #10776047

$9,900,000
06/27/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11447612

$8,900,000
07/09/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10776047

$10,900,000
12/18/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #409423984

$6,750,000
12/18/2013

Sold

MRED #08505588

$6,750,000
11/06/2013

Pending

MRED #08505588

10/15/2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08505588

$7,500,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

Taxable ValueLand$13,130Additions$323,310Total$336,440
Tax Record2023$70,986 ($5,915 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size24,989 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1928CountyCOOKAPN17-03-213-020-1006

Schools near 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Wells Community Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
PublicPK to 8

Payton College Preparatory High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A is a condo for sale in Chicago, IL 60611. This property was listed for sale on December 3, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $5,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 3 days and was last sold on December 18, 2013. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Ogden Elementary School, Wells Community Academy High School and Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center. 159 East Walton Place, Unit 31A is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 5,500 sqft condo built in 1929.

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