222 Chestnut Street, Near North Side, Chicago, Illinois 60611
$485,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 2,800 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $178 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 1931 |
| Property Taxes: | $13,694 |
| Days On Market: | 1374 |
| Lot Size: | 0,00 |
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 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.
Property Specifics
| Condos/Townhomes | |
| 20 | |
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| 1931 | |
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| 2074 / Monthly | |
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| 11404927 | |
| 17032210111039 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Ogden Elementary |
299 | — | |
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High School
Ogden International |
299 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 17 Jun, 2022 | Sold | $485,000 | MRED MLS |
| 18 May, 2022 | Under contract | $499,000 | MRED MLS |
| 15 May, 2022 | Listed for sale | $499,000 | MRED MLS |
| 4 Apr, 2025 | Sold | $1,075,000 | MRED MLS |
| 16 Feb, 2025 | Under contract | $1,115,000 | MRED MLS |
| 7 Feb, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,115,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Rooms: —
Basement Description: None
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2022 | $13,694 |
| 2025 | $15,558 |
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