Own the pinnacle of Chicago elegance in this 7880 sq ft duplex penthouse, formerly home to Vince Vaughn and the original headquarters of Hugh Hefner's Playboy enterprise. The Palmolive Building is a true Art Deco icon- its historic beacon once lit the skies to guide pilots to Midway Airport and today it shines as one of the most distinguished addresses in the city. This two-story residence is the ultimate blend of heritage and sophistication. the upper level features soaring 14-foot ceilings, timeless wood paneling in the original executive office, now reimagined as a show stopping primary suite with a lavish bathroom, an office, game. room and extensive storage. Downstairs you'll find a massive chef's kitchen, perfect for entertaining, along with formal living and dining rooms and a guest suite with its own bath. A custom temperature-controlled wine room ,part of a meticulous multi-million dollar renovation ,elevates this already extraordinary home. Enjoy three private terraces , a private elevator, two garage spaces , and the impeccable attention of a building staff renowned for best -in-class service. Qualified buyers only please.
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$8,900,000
159 E Walton Pl #PENTHOUSE, Chicago, IL 60611
4beds
7,880sqft
Est.:
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,129/sqft
$14,119/mo HOA
What's special
Interior sq feetDental moldingExquisite master bathroomExterior terracesWood panelingNew hardwood floorsCloset space galore
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 27, 2025 at 06:40am
Listing courtesy of:
Brian Loomis 773-251-6915,
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11954424

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Media Room, Breakfast Room, Office, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 495 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X15
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler)
- Level: Main
- Area: 714 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 42X17
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X15
Media room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X8
Sitting room
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Heating
- Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Theatre Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 7,880 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Details
- Parcel number: 17032130201001
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Marble/Granite, Limestone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
- Major remodel year: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, Cable TV, Exercise Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $14,119 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,129/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $129,586
- Date on market: 12/6/2024
- Ownership: Condo
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