780 S Federal St, Unit 1202

$199,000
Price
Studio
Beds
660 Sq. Ft.
$302 / Sq. Ft.
660
Sq. Ft.
$302
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Recently rehabbed top-floor penthouse studio in the historic Printers Square building. This bright 12th-floor unit features soaring ceilings, oversized north-facing windows, and dramatic skyline views. Spacious open layout with a defined foyer entry, wood laminate floors, and rare walk-in closet. Additional secured storage conveniently located on the same floor. Building amenities include fitness center, laundry room, on-site management, and secure entry. Prime South Loop location close to Grant...Recently rehabbed top-floor penthouse studio in the historic Printers Square building. This bright 12th-floor unit features soaring ceilings, oversized north-facing windows, and dramatic skyline views. Spacious open layout with a defined foyer entry, wood laminate floors, and rare walk-in closet. Additional secured storage conveniently located on the same floor. Building amenities include fitness center, laundry room, on-site management, and secure entry. Prime South Loop location close to Grant Park, the Loop, CTA, universities, and restaurants. Seller has already paid the current special assessment. Perfect for first-time buyers, investors, or as a downtown pied-a-terre.

Property Details for 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

Area
CHI - Loop
Township
South Chicago
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Electric
Pets Allowed
Yes

Open Houses

Saturday, Dec 13th

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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LISTING UPDATED: 11/15/2025 02:30 AM

Property Details for 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

StatusActive
MLS #12488862
Days on Market87
Taxes$2,254 / year
HOA Fees$570 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo-Loft
Year Built1913
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

Building/Complex780 S Federal StFloor12Stories12Residences355Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details100Year Built1913

Payment Calculator

$1,741 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$983

Property Taxes

$188

HOA Dues

$570

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 100.0
  • Pet Information: Pet Weight Limitation
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Common Insurance, Security System, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 0
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 0
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo-Loft
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Attached: Condo-Loft
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: Common
  • Stories Total: 12
  • Total # Units in Building: 355.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick, Stone
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access,Historical District
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 780
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 50
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Management Company: FirstService Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-10-16T00:49:04
  • Photos Count: 11
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
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: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 8X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X15
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 5X8
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 7X7

Property History for 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 28, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12488862

$199,000
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12488862

$207,500
Sep 30, 2021

Sold

MRED #11166207

$142,500
Sep 28, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474162455

$142,500

+5.8% / yr

Aug 28, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11166207

Aug 27, 2021

Pending

MRED #11166207

Aug 26, 2021

Contingent

MRED #11166207

Jul 23, 2021

Price Change

MRED #11166207

$145,000
Jul 22, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11166207

$142,500
Jul 9, 2011

Sold

MRED #07800753

$80,000
Jul 6, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #313289447

$80,000
Jun 7, 2011

Pending

MRED #07800753

Jun 1, 2011

Expired

MRED #07569045

$129,900
May 6, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07800753

$77,900
Jun 30, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07569045

$179,900
Jun 4, 2010

Expired

MRED #07238140

$148,000
Jan 19, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07238140

$158,000
Nov 14, 2008

Cancelled

MRED #06978873

$174,900
Jul 29, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06978873

$174,900
Jun 21, 2007

Cancelled

MRED #06538400

$184,000
Jun 4, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06538400

$184,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/28/2025

Price Change

MRED #12488862

$199,000
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12488862

$207,500
09/30/2021

Sold

MRED #11166207

$142,500
09/28/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1474162455

$142,500

+5.8% / yr

08/28/2021

Contingent

MRED #11166207

08/27/2021

Pending

MRED #11166207

08/26/2021

Contingent

MRED #11166207

07/23/2021

Price Change

MRED #11166207

$145,000
07/22/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11166207

$142,500
07/09/2011

Sold

MRED #07800753

$80,000
07/06/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #313289447

$80,000
06/07/2011

Pending

MRED #07800753

06/01/2011

Expired

MRED #07569045

$129,900
05/06/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07800753

$77,900
06/30/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07569045

$179,900
06/04/2010

Expired

MRED #07238140

$148,000
01/19/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07238140

$158,000
11/14/2008

Cancelled

MRED #06978873

$174,900
07/29/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06978873

$174,900
06/21/2007

Cancelled

MRED #06538400

$184,000
06/04/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06538400

$184,000

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

Public Records for 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

Taxable ValueLand$1,572Additions$13,427Total$14,999
Tax Record2023$3,165 ($264 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size42,367 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1910CountyCOOKAPN17-16-405-097-1347

Schools near 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202

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.

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780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202 is a condo for sale in Chicago, IL 60605. This property was listed for sale on October 16, 2025 by Kale Realty, it's currently listed at $199,000. It has been on the market for a total of 87 days and was last sold on September 30, 2021. 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. 780 South Federal Street, Unit 1202 is a 0-bed, 1-bath, 660 sqft condo built in 1913.

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