159 E Walton Pl, Unit PH

Chicago, IL 60611

$8,900,000
Price
4
Beds
7,880 Sq. Ft.
$1,129 / Sq. Ft.
7,880
Sq. Ft.
$1,129
per Sq. Ft.
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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...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.

Property Details for 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 08/21/2025 01:06 PM

Property Details for 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH

StatusActive
MLS #11954424
Days on Market715
Taxes$129,587 / year
HOA Fees$14,119 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1929
CountyCook County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
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Building Information for 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH

Building/Complex159 E Walton PlFloor-Stories37Residences102Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1929

Payment Calculator

$68,896 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$43,978

Property Taxes

$10,799

HOA Dues

$14,119

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Property Information for 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Wells Community Academy Senior H
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Pet Information
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East, West, City, Lake/Water
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Common Insurance, Security System, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Wet Bar, Theatre Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink,No Tub
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Other
  • Room Type: Media Room, Breakfast Room, Office, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2006
  • 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: Builder
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: Sudler
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-01-08T15:49:22
  • Photos Count: 46
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 33X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 27X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 27X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 42X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 28X15
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 13X16
Office Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 33X8
Media Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Dimensions: 15X12
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 15X11
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 14X14

Property History for 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 6, 2024

Price Change

MRED #11954424

$8,900,000—
Dec 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11954424

$9,500,000—
Oct 19, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #11954424

$8,900,000—
Jan 9, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11954424

$9,500,000—
Dec 27, 2023

Cancelled

MRED #11732514

$9,500,000—
Apr 8, 2023

Price Change

MRED #11732514

$10,000,000—
Mar 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11732514

$10,500,000—
Dec 5, 2022

Cancelled

MRED #11122737

$10,900,000—
Jun 14, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11122737

$11,900,000—
Sep 14, 2016

Sold

MRED #09227087

$8,000,000—
May 23, 2016

Pending

MRED #09227087

—
May 16, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09227087

$8,500,000—
Feb 16, 2016

Expired

MRED #08833904

$13,900,000—
Feb 8, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08833904

$13,900,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/06/2024

Price Change

MRED #11954424

$8,900,000
12/06/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11954424

$9,500,000
10/19/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #11954424

$8,900,000
01/09/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11954424

$9,500,000
12/27/2023

Cancelled

MRED #11732514

$9,500,000
04/08/2023

Price Change

MRED #11732514

$10,000,000
03/07/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11732514

$10,500,000
12/05/2022

Cancelled

MRED #11122737

$10,900,000
06/14/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11122737

$11,900,000
09/14/2016

Sold

MRED #09227087

$8,000,000
05/23/2016

Pending

MRED #09227087

—
05/16/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09227087

$8,500,000
02/16/2016

Expired

MRED #08833904

$13,900,000
02/08/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08833904

$13,900,000

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Schools near 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ogden Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Wells Community Academy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
Public - PK to 8
Payton College Preparatory High School
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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More information about 159 East Walton Place, Unit PH, Chicago, IL 60611

159 East Walton Place, Unit PH is a condo for sale in Chicago, IL 60611. This property was listed for sale on January 9, 2024 by Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, it's currently listed at $8,900,000. It has been on the market for a total of 715 days and was last sold on September 14, 2016. 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 PH is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 7,880 sqft condo built in 1929.

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Listing Courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

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