1242 Lake Shore Drive, Near North Side, Chicago, Illinois 60611

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$1,000,000

For Sale
Status:	Contingent
Sqft:	5,327
Cost/Sqft:	$188
Beds:	4
Baths:	5
Year Built:	1920
Property Taxes:	$22,332
Days On Market:	609
Lot Size:	0,00

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Description

Huge 5327 sf duplex home with a 200+ sf terrace. Former home of Samuel Insul and Ray Kroc- offers panoramic wrap around views of lake and city. Home needs some updating but is priced accordingly. Amazing mural commissioned by Ray and Joan Kroc graces the circular stairway that leads to the second floor. Wood burning fireplace in the living room. Huge modern kitchen and a breakfast room with a wonderful lake view from the built-in banquette. Great home for entertaining and large enough for a family. Parking options close by.

Property Specifics

Proerty Type	Condos/Townhomes
Stories	27
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Year Built	1920
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Waterfront	Yes
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County	Cook
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Association Fees / Frequency	5319 / Monthly
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MLS #	11978074
PIN #	17031110050000

Property History

DATE:	EVENT:	PRICE:	SOURCE:
20 Oct, 2025	Under contract	$1,000,000	MRED MLS
—	Last price change	$1,200,000	MRED MLS
23 Feb, 2024	Listed for sale	$1,600,000	MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0

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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 5

Partial Bathrooms: 1
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Lot Dimensions	COMMON
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Equipment/Fixtures	Not in DB
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