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Tallest Condo Buildings Chicago IL

Chicago is packed with things to do, see, and experience. And if you want a birds-eye view of everything the city has to offer, why not buy a condo in one of the Chicago's tallest condo towers?

Trump Tower

401 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

As one of the nation’s tallest buildings, Trump Tower in Chicago rises high above the Chicago skyline. The more than 90-story high-rise delivers sweeping river and lake views. The height isn’t just for the building either, as private units in the building commonly have ceilings that range from 10 to 16-feet. Residential condos in the prestigious high-rise are located on floors 29 through 89. 

St. Regis Chicago

363 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601

The lavish St Regis Chicago is another extremely…

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Chicago Condos With Views of Oak Street Beach

Right on Lake Shore Drive, Chicago’s Oak Street Beach is one of the most popular locations for locals and visitors alike. It’s the place to go during the hot summer months, with chair and bike rentals, volleyball, and some fantastic views. While nearby street parking is limited, some condo buildings sit extremely close to the beach. Here's a closer look at just a few....

The Carlyle 

With large floorplans and an exclusive location, The Carlyle is one of the most desirable condo buildings in the Gold Coast. Found at 1040 N Lake Shore, the established building sits just across the street from the beach and the lakefront, and provides an indoor swimming pool and fitness room, a sundeck, a ballroom, and valet parking.

1120 N. Lake Shore Drive

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Chicago Condo Buildings With Valet Parking

If you’re looking for a Chicago condo building with valet parking, some of the city's most sought-after condo buildings offer that and so much more. So if valet parking is one of your top preferences in a downtown condo building, here's a closer look at where to begin your search:

One Bennett Park

Valet parking is just one of the many top amenities available to those living at 451 E Grand near the lakefront. This newer construction Chicago building also offers a doorman, a gym, bicycle storage, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a dog park. Additionally, you’ll find a recreational deck with fire pit lounges, a children’s play suite, and a private dining room with a catering kitchen. The luxury building known as One Bennett Park is home to…

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 Walking distance to dog parks from Chicago Condo Buildings

Pet owners are sure to appreciate living in a pet-friendly Chicago condo building. Luckily, there are also some condos conveniently close to area dog parks for fun and recreation. 

St Regis 

The luxurious St. Regis Chicago sits within walking distance of Lakeshore East Dog Park. The 101-story property offers a dog grooming station for your pet, as well as an indoor dog run. The popular park, meanwhile, is shaded with benches, trash bins, clean-up stations and water fountains. 

One Museum Park

Towering One Museum Park is one of Chicago’s tallest all-residential buildings. The all-glass tower has plenty of amenities for condo owners, plus it has the advantage of being located within walking distance of Grant Bark Park. The large,…

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Chicago Condo Buildings Walking Distance to Beach

Some of Chicago’s best condo buildings are packed with amenities. Some also have the advantage of a fantastic location that’s within walking distance of the beach.

600 N. Lake Shore

Found in Streeterville, 600 N Lake Shore is a high-rise with sun decks, a fitness center, party rooms and more. The building also has the advantage of sitting with walking distance of Ohio Street Beach.

One Bennett Park

The beach is a great place for swimming, plus there’s a lakefront trail nearby, too. That’s certainly an advantage of living at One Bennett Park as well, as the newer construction high-rise additionally sits within walking distance of Ohio Street Beach.

4 E. Elm

Another option that’s just a short stroll away from Chicago’s Oak Street Beach…

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100 E. Bellevue condosIf you’re searching for a new place to call home, 100 E. Bellevue offers some enticing options. This established high-rise sits in the Gold Coast, with some desirable inclusions for Chicago condo buyers.

Originally built in the early 1970s, 100 Bellevue Place offers such impressive building amenities as a rooftop swimming pool and an exercise room. The high-rise also provides its residents with valet parking, guest parking and a 24-hour doorman. 

New buyers can expect to find light-filled units with sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows for taking in views of the lake and the city. You will also find open concept floor plans with a large amount of living space. 

Many of the units in the building have been nicely updated over the years to include more…

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Vintage Condos in ChicagoIf you love vintage condos but prefer to stay close to downtown Chicago, here are 3 buildings you'll want to consider when starting a search...

3520 N. Lake Shore

With mostly one- and two-bedroom floor plans to consider, 3520 N Lake Shore is definitely worth a look. This property includes options generally ranging from around 700 to 1,400 square feet of living space, however there is occasionally a three-bedroom floor plan on the market that can top 2,000 square feet of space. The property also offers some enclosed courtyard patios, a laundry room and a pet-friendly atmosphere.

421 W. Melrose 

In contrast, 421 W Melrose provides an exercise room and a roof deck. Some condos also have deeded parking. The spacious floor plans of this building…

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Chicago Op-Op ApartmentsLooking for the right Chicago co-op apartment? Check out our short list of co-op buildings to consider in 2020...

3500 N. Lake Shore

A good place to begin the search is in the vintage high-rise located at 3500 N Lake Shore. The building was first constructed in the 1920s and comes with its own fitness center and roof deck. Current options on the market in the building range from two- to four-bedrooms and include at least 2,500 square feet of living space.  

2430 N. Lakeview

Another location to search for a co-op apartment is 2430 N Lakeview. This building was also constructed in the 1920s and serves up views overlooking the lake and park. If a large amount of space is what you need, the building offers some generous floor plans, including the…

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If you’re looking for a unit in a luxury high-rise building in the Gold Coast, 4 E. Elm is now one of the neighborhood's most highly sought-after locations.

With an only 35 units in the building, 4 E. Elm defines not only luxury, but also a premium downtown Chicago living experience.  4 East Elm overlooks the best shops and restaurants in Chicago and is only a short walk from the lakefront. The building offers its residents the following upscale amenities:24-hour door staff, state of the art fitness center, landscaped sundeck with full size pool & spa, and clubhouse with lounge.

Most 4 E. Elm condos for sale contain 10' high ceilings with wrap around windows, 5' wide wood plank flooring, designer kitchen appliances including a sub-zero…

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Chicago isn't short on vintage condo buildings but if you're looking to combine the charm and character of vintage architecture with the ultimate luxury living experience, here is a closer look at where condo buyers should start their downtown condo search. 

The Palmolive

First completed in the late 1920s, The Palmolive is one of Chicago’s most recognizable buildings. Now housing luxury condos, the art deco style high-rise also offers an exercise room, club room and plenty of privacy.

1500 N. Lake Shore

1500 N Lake Shore provides a fitness center and door service in Chicago’s Gold Coast. The sophisticated co-op also dates back to the late 1920s, with impressive lake views and plenty of appeal. 

1301 N. Astor

Staying in the Gold Coast,…

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