520 S State St, Unit 816

$400,000
Price
2
Beds
1,265 Sq. Ft.
$316 / Sq. Ft.
1,265
Sq. Ft.
$316
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This expansive West facing 2BR/2BA condo combines style, comfort, and convenience located in Library Tower, a premier building in the heart of Printer's Row just steps from the Loop. This home's soaring 11-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and split bedroom floor plan set the tone for an inviting living space. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with seating, seamlessly flowing into the spacious living room. Floor-to-ceiling...This expansive West facing 2BR/2BA condo combines style, comfort, and convenience located in Library Tower, a premier building in the heart of Printer's Row just steps from the Loop. This home's soaring 11-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and split bedroom floor plan set the tone for an inviting living space. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with seating, seamlessly flowing into the spacious living room. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light and open to an oversized private balcony-perfect for grilling and dining. The versatile floor plan includes a built-in home office in the living room, plentiful closets, a built-in Murphy bed in 2nd bedroom and a washer/dryer. The primary suite is a true retreat with large windows, great closet space, and a private ensuite bath. Library Tower offers 24/7 door staff and full amenities: a fitness center, rooftop deck with East views, business center, movie room, bike storage, and a hospitality suite. Steps to CTA "L" lines and buses, Harold Washington Library, Grant Park, Printer's Row & South Loop restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Also, easily accessible to Roosevelt University, Robert Morris University, Columbia College, UIC and John Marshall Law School. Attached garage parking available for purchase for 25K. Full height storage unit included.
  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 520 South State Street, Unit 816

Area
CHI - Loop
Subdivision
Library Tower
Township
South Chicago
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
No
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING UPDATED: 11/14/2025 02:16 PM

Property Details for 520 South State Street, Unit 816

StatusActive
MLS #12480721
Days on Market78
Taxes$7,113 / year
HOA Fees$745 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built2008
CountyCook County

Location

Add your commute

Building Information for 520 South State Street, Unit 816

Building/Complex520 S State StFloor8Stories18Residences184Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details60Year Built2008

Payment Calculator

$3,314 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,977

Property Taxes

$593

HOA Dues

$745

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 520 South State Street, Unit 816

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Deeded Garage Cost: $25,000.00
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Deeded, Attached, Garage
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 60.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Doorman, TV/Cable, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet Access
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Storage
  • Common Area Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Park/Playground, Party Room, Sundeck, Receiving Room, Service Elevator, Valet/Cleaner
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo,Condo-Loft
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Type Attached: Condo, Condo-Loft
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Stories Total: 18
  • Total # Units in Building: 184.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 520
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1
  • Living Area Source: Builder
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Management Company: Foster Premier
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-09-25T15:55:06
  • Photos Count: 15
  • 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: 14X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
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: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X14
Balcony/Porch/Lanai Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Dimensions: 24X5

Property History for 520 South State Street, Unit 816

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 25, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12448704

$415,000
Sep 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12480721

$400,000
Aug 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12448704

$415,000
Jul 20, 2015

Sold

MRED #08874717

$390,000
Jul 16, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555311483

$239,000

-10.7% / yr

Jun 1, 2015

Pending

MRED #08874717

Mar 28, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08874717

$399,000
May 29, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335186141

$340,000

+1.3% / yr

May 29, 2012

Sold

MRED #08023302

$340,000
Apr 17, 2012

Pending

MRED #08023302

Mar 20, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08023302

$349,000
Oct 22, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #278780389

$329,000
Oct 21, 2009

Sold

MRED #06995488

$329,000
Aug 12, 2009

Pending

MRED #06995488

Aug 14, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06995488

$414,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/25/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12448704

$415,000
09/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12480721

$400,000
08/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12448704

$415,000
07/20/2015

Sold

MRED #08874717

$390,000
07/16/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #555311483

$239,000

-10.7% / yr

06/01/2015

Pending

MRED #08874717

03/28/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08874717

$399,000
05/29/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335186141

$340,000

+1.3% / yr

05/29/2012

Sold

MRED #08023302

$340,000
04/17/2012

Pending

MRED #08023302

03/20/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08023302

$349,000
10/22/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #278780389

$329,000
10/21/2009

Sold

MRED #06995488

$329,000
08/12/2009

Pending

MRED #06995488

08/14/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06995488

$414,900

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

Public Records for 520 South State Street, Unit 816

Taxable ValueLand$2,149Additions$35,889Total$38,038
Tax Record2023$7,326 ($611 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size25,539 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built2003CountyCOOKAPN17-16-247-067-1061

Schools near 520 South State Street, Unit 816

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 7 to 11
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
South Loop Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Phillips Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Art in Motion Charter School
Charter7 to 11

York Alternative 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.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

520 South State Street, Unit 816 is a condo for sale in Chicago, IL 60605. This property was listed for sale on September 25, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $400,000. It has been on the market for a total of 78 days and was last sold on July 20, 2015. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include South Loop Elementary School, Phillips Academy High School and Art in Motion Charter School. 520 South State Street, Unit 816 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,265 sqft condo built in 2008.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (\"MRED\"), MRED PLN GRID, Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association and NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 11/14/2025 02:16 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.