79 East Elm Street

Chicago, IL 60611

$3,018,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
6
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
6,500 Sq. Ft.
$464 / Sq. Ft.
6,500
Sq. Ft.
$464
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Upon entering the ornate 10' tall double doors into this regal brownstone on historic Elm Street, you are immediately graced with a sense of modern grandeur. Originally built in 1896 and completely gut-rehabbed, this 6,500 SF contemporary open floor-plan spared no expense. Highlights include 11 foot high ceilings, rare Versailles-patterned birch wood floors, and double crown moldings including extra high baseboards. These features offer a nod to the home's historic roots and juxtaposed with modern...Upon entering the ornate 10' tall double doors into this regal brownstone on historic Elm Street, you are immediately graced with a sense of modern grandeur. Originally built in 1896 and completely gut-rehabbed, this 6,500 SF contemporary open floor-plan spared no expense. Highlights include 11 foot high ceilings, rare Versailles-patterned birch wood floors, and double crown moldings including extra high baseboards. These features offer a nod to the home's historic roots and juxtaposed with modern decor and finishes. The gourmet chef's kitchen boasts walls of Boffi white lacquered cabinetry, an impressive 11 ft. long island/breakfast bar with 2" thick quartz cantilevered countertops and integrated top-of-the-line appliances - Miele oven, microwave/convection, Miele espresso machine, and SubZero refrigerator with separate freezer. Full height windows face a lush, private 20' x 20' backyard garden, easily accessed from kitchen or lower level. The garden and rooftop deck- with views of the Lake- are idyllic city escapes in the comfort of your home! The 2nd floor is a gracious primary suite including a library/office with large bay windows and ornate fireplace, enormous primary bedroom with ensuite double door 8' x 14' boudoir/walk-in closet and luxe primary bath. Enjoy a cozy lower level with high ceilings, radiant heated floors, a full second kitchen including a Miele microwave and convection oven, and SubZero refrigerator, ice maker, and wine refrigerator. Other amenities include multiple storage closets, mudroom area, laundry room, an ensuite 5th bedroom and an additional bathroom with a steam shower. This prime Gold Coast location is steps to the Lakefront, shopping on Rush and State Streets and Michigan Avenue, and top restaurants.

Listing Agents

  1. Marissa Gillman Schaefer

    Marissa Gillman Schaefer

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 79 East Elm Street

Area
CHI - Near North Side
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
No
Num of Interior Fireplaces
5
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Indv Controls, Zoned

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 10/24/2022 03:55 PM

Property Details for 79 East Elm Street

StatusClosed
MLS #11361141
Days on Market208
Taxes$41,232 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 4+ Stories
Year Built1899
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,199 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 79 East Elm Street

Stories-Year Built1899Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,199 SF

Payment Calculator

$19,906 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$16,470

Property Taxes

$3,436

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 79 East Elm Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Heated
  • Garage On Site: false
  • Garage Ownership: Fee/Leased
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Sauna/Steam Room, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Open Floorplan, Some Window Treatmnt, Drapes/Blinds
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full, English
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Library, Family Room, Kitchen, Sun Room, Deck, Walk In Closet, Terrace
  • Num of Baths: 6.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 4+ Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Intercom
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Roof Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2008
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 4+ Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees, Garden
  • Lot Size: Standard Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 20 X 109
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Limestone
  • Roof Type: Rubber
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 1150
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 79
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 7
  • Document Date: 2022-08-25T06:59:26
  • Photos Count: 35
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 03-30-2022
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X22
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 9X20
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 18X25
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 11X17
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X22
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17X23
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X29
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X33
Terrace Information
  • Room Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Terrace
  • Terrace Dimensions: 8X20
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Fourth Name
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Deck Dimensions: 18X41
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X14
Kitchen- 2nd Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X12
Family Room Down Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room - Down
  • Deck Dimensions: 17X23
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Fourth
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X20
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X26

Property History for 79 East Elm Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 79 East Elm Street

Taxable ValueLand$55,000Additions$155,990Total$210,990
Tax Record2022$43,397 ($3,616 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,411 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,411 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,200 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1901CountyCOOKAPN17-03-201-025

Schools near 79 East Elm Street

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

Lincoln Park High School
Public9 to 12

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center
PublicPK to 8

Payton College Preparatory High School
Public9 to 12

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