1242 N LAKE SHORE Drive Unit 11N
Chicago, IL 60610

Status: Active
Townhouse or Condo
4 beds
4 baths
2,408 sq.ft
Listing Price: $650,000
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About this home

This rare two-story, 11th floor north-east-south facing home; simply stunning and elegant, is now available in this extraordinary pre-war building in the Gold Coast on North Lake Shore Drive. As you enter, the two-story foyer reveals a dramatic spiral staircase to the left, leading to three ensuite bedrooms. From the foyer to the right, enjoy striking, panoramic Lake Michigan views for miles as you enter the spacious living room with a wood burning fireplace and contiguous, gracious dining room with north corner views. Continue into the light-filled kitchen and fourth bedroom beyond, currently a cozy office, with a bathroom and stacked washer and dryer in an adjacent closet. This pet-friendly, full amenity building offers exceptional personal service with 24-hour door staff, maintenance staff, live-in engineer, on-site manager, storage and fitness room. You can walk to the lakefront, Lincoln Park, neighborhood private and public schools, world-class healthcare, Oak Street, N. Michigan Ave shopping and restaurants galore. There is leased valet parking next door at 1212 LSD which is located just South of 1242 entrance. For the architectural vintage enthusiasts, this building was designed by renowned architect, Robert Seeley Degolyer. With only two units per floor, you will enjoy a sense of peace, quiet and privacy in this special apartment that lives like a single-family home. Taxes are included in month assessment quoted. No special assessments on the horizon. Incredible value! Incredible location! Incredible landmark building!

Property details

Interior Features
Additional Rooms Exercise Room
Appliances Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Square Feet 2,408
Square Feet Source Other
Basement Description None
Basement Bathrooms No
Basement None
Bedrooms Count 4
Bedrooms Possible 4
Dining Separate
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
Fireplace Location Living Room
Fireplace Count 1
Fireplace Details Wood Burning
Baths FULL Count 4
Baths Count 5
Baths Half Count 1
Interior Property Features Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Full Bath, Storage
Total Rooms 9
Floor Level 11
Rooms
room 1
Type Exercise Room
Level Lower
Dimensions 20X12
Flooring Other
Window Treatments Shades
room 2
Level N/A
room 3
Level N/A
room 4
Level N/A
room 5
Level N/A
room 6
Level N/A
room 7
Level N/A
room 8
Level N/A
room 9
Level N/A
room 10
Level N/A
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 17X13
Flooring Carpet
Window Treatments Shades
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 17X14
Flooring Carpet
Window Treatments Shades
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level Main
Dimensions 10X9
Flooring Hardwood
Window Treatments Shades
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 24X14
Flooring Hardwood
Window Treatments Curtains/Drapes
room 15
Type Family Room
Level Main
Dimensions 13X12
Flooring Hardwood
Window Treatments Curtains/Drapes
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 18X9
Flooring Hardwood
Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Basement
Dimensions 8X10
Window Treatments None
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 26X15
Flooring Hardwood
Window Treatments Curtains/Drapes
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Second
Dimensions 21X19
Flooring Carpet
Window Treatments Curtains/Drapes, Shades
Bath Full
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 91-100 Years
Approx Year Built 1929
Driveway Side Drive
Exposure South, East, West, City, Lake/Water
Exterior Building Type Brick,Stone
Parking None
MRD Virtual Tour Image360
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air
Area Major CHI - Near North Side
Corporate Limits Chicago
Directions Exit LSD at North Ave. - south to 1242. Inner LSD north to 1242. Parking available at 1212 N Lake Shore Drive
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Equipment TV-Cable, Air Purifier
Elementary Sch Dist 299
Heat/Fuel Steam, Radiator(s), Indv Controls
High Sch Dist 299
Sewer Other
Water Lake Michigan
Jr High/Middle Dist 299
Township North Chicago
Waterfront Yes
Property / Lot Details
Lot Dimensions COMMON
Number of Stories 28
Ownership Co-op
Number Of Units in Building 35
Type Attached Vintage
Property Type Attached Single

Financials

Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Master Association Fee($) $4,669
Association Amenities Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s)
Frequency Monthly
Master Association Fee No
Assessment Includes Heat, Water, Gas, Taxes, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 17031110050000
Special Assessments N
Tax Exemptions Homeowner, Senior
Tax Year 2022
$650,000 Listing Price:
MLS # 12194475
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 10 days
Basement None
Number of Units in Building 35
Type Attached Vintage
Parking None
Pets Allowed Cats OK, Dogs OK
List Date 10/22/2024
Year Built 1929
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