222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

Chicago, IL 60611

$485,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,800 Sq. Ft.
$173 / Sq. Ft.
2,800
Sq. Ft.
$173
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This elegant vintage condo is an architectural gem, waiting to be restored to its original glory. The elevator operated by the doorman, opens to a vestibule shared by the 2 residences on the 16th floor. . You step into the grand 30 ft. foyer with barrel vaulted ceiling and built-in niches and you are immediately feel that you have been transported to Downton Abbey or Bridgerton! Original plaster walls and high ceilings are crowned with ornate plaster moldings; all still in excellent condition. The...This elegant vintage condo is an architectural gem, waiting to be restored to its original glory. The elevator operated by the doorman, opens to a vestibule shared by the 2 residences on the 16th floor. . You step into the grand 30 ft. foyer with barrel vaulted ceiling and built-in niches and you are immediately feel that you have been transported to Downton Abbey or Bridgerton! Original plaster walls and high ceilings are crowned with ornate plaster moldings; all still in excellent condition. The foyer spans the distance between the south facing, formal living room with decorative fireplace,at the front of the unit, and the elegant formal dining room, with spectacular and stately crystal chandelier, on the north end. Beyond the dining room are the butler's pantry, large kitchen, breakfast room/laundry room or office, and full bath. The home features original parquet flooring throughout, built-in linen cupboards in the sleeping quarters and an original and functioning cedar lined safe for storing furs, jewels and any other valuables. The primary bedroom suite includes 2 closets, a dressing room and full bath ensuite. The second ample bedroom also includes an ensuite bath;and the third bedroom could be used as, a large nursery or incorporated into the primary suite as a sitting room or den. In addition to the building's hot water heating system, current owners installed dual-zoned HVAC systems which allow them to regulate the heat and air in accordance with their needs. Owners also installed a washer /dryer hook up in the breakfast room closet off the kitchen. The "A Tier" units are approximately 2800 sf....the largest units in the building. This gem is being sold "As-Is";looking for a fan of old world elegance to update this home and make it their own. Recent "A Tier" units fully renovated sold for $900K-$1.1M. This is one of the grand boutique buildings in Streeterville, with the character and charm of another era. The building features 24 hour door staff and elevator operator, a freight elevator, a communal rooftop deck, an exercise room, a full laundry room and storage in the basement. Location is ideal with quick access to Michigan Ave. shopping and dining, The MCA, Streeterville dining and entertainment, and the lakefront. Parking, if needed, is available for lease in various garages on the block, including the garage immediately to the east of the entrance to 222 E Chestnut.

Listing Agent

  1. Deb McClain

    Deb McClain

    Listing Agent

    Compass

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Property Details for 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Condo
Num Of Cars
0.0
Parking Included in Price
No
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s)
Pets Allowed
Yes

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/23/2022 03:02 AM

Property Details for 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

StatusClosed
MLS #11404927
Days on Market33
Taxes$13,694 / year
HOA Fees$2,074 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeAttached Single / Condo
Year Built1931
CountyCook County

Building

222 E Chestnut St

45 Units20 StoriesBuilt in 1931

Location

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Building Information for 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

Building/Complex222 E Chestnut StFloor16Stories20Residences45Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1931

Payment Calculator

$5,862 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,647

Property Taxes

$1,141

HOA Dues

$2,074

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Property Information for 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Ogden International
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: None
Pet Information
  • Max Pet Weight: 999.0
  • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Pet Count Limitation
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Wood Floors, Doorman, Lobby, Separate Dining Room
  • Common Area Amenities: Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator, Storage, Sundeck, Service Elevator, Private Laundry Hkup
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Unit Floor Level: 16
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Basement Description: None
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer, Breakfast Room, Pantry
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Condo
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Roof Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Stories Total: 20
  • Total # Units in Building: 45.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Stone
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 700
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 222
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2022-05-15T22:55:33
  • Photos Count: 27
  • Rural: N
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: 12X18
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X17
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X18
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X16
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X24
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 6X31
Pantry Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Pantry
  • Deck Dimensions: 6X11
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X12

Property History for 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

Taxable ValueLand$5,413Additions$68,321Total$73,734
Tax Record2022$15,166 ($1,264 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Stories20Lot Size7,205 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1931CountyCOOKAPN17-03-221-011-1039

Schools near 222 East Chestnut Street, Unit 16A

This home is within City Of Chicago School District 299.
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

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