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Sold on 09/02/2022
Sharon Gillman of Compass

79 Elm St, Chicago, IL 60611

  • $3,468,000

    Last sold 09/02/2022 for $3.01M

  • 5

    bed

  • 8

    bath

  • 6,500

    Sqft ($464/Sqft)

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About 79 Elm St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1899
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 2,200 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
Upon entering the ornate 10' tall double doors into this regal brownstone on historic Elm Street, you are immediately graced with a sense of modern grandeur. Originally built in 1896 and completely gut-rehabbed, this 6,500 SF contemporary open floor-plan spared no expense. Highlights include 11 foot high ceilings, rare Versailles-patterned birch wood floors, and double crown moldings including extra high baseboards. These features offer a nod to the home's historic roots and juxtaposed with modern decor and finishes. The gourmet chef's kitchen boasts walls of Boffi white lacquered cabinetry, an impressive 11 ft. long island/breakfast bar with 2" thick quartz cantilevered countertops and integrated top-of-the-line appliances - Miele oven, microwave/convection, Miele espresso machine, and SubZero refrigerator with separate freezer. Full height windows face a lush, private 20' x 20' backyard garden, easily accessed from kitchen or lower level. The garden and rooftop deck- with views of the Lake- are idyllic city escapes in the comfort of your home! The 2nd floor is a gracious primary suite including a library/office with large bay windows and ornate fireplace, enormous primary bedroom with ensuite double door 8' x 14' boudoir/walk-in closet and luxe primary bath. Enjoy a cozy lower level with high ceilings, radiant heated floors, a full second kitchen including a Miele microwave and convection oven, and SubZero refrigerator, ice maker, and wine refrigerator. Other amenities include multiple storage closets, mudroom area, laundry room, an ensuite 5th bedroom and an additional bathroom with a steam shower. This prime Gold Coast location is steps to the Lakefront, shopping on Rush and State Streets and Michigan Avenue, and top restaurants.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Sharon Gillman
Listing Office - Compass
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11361141 • last updated 3 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 14 minutes ago
Overview
Levels/Style Victorian
MLS # 11361141
Status Closed
SubType 4+ Stories
Living Area 6500
Type Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres) 0.0505
Property Tax $ 41232.13
Year Built 1899
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5%-$395, Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ 0, Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 6
# Half Baths 2
Basement Finished
Dining Room Combined W/ LivRm
Total # of Rooms 12
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 5
Fireplace Wood Burning
Exterior
Foundation Stone
Roof Rubber
Garage Desc Heated, Detached
# Garage Spaces 2
Parking Desc Garage
# Parking Spaces 2
Lot Desc Standard Chicago Lot
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area CHI - Near North Side
County Cook
Elementary School Ogden Elementary
Elementary School District 299
Middle School District 299
High School District 299
APN 17032010250000
Directions 5th House From The Lake On Elm St. Off The Inner LSD
$3.46M
Range: $3.08M-$3.84M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $14,735/month
Gross rent multiplier: 17.1
  • Oct 2022
    Public Records
  • Oct 25, 2022 Sold
    $3,018,000
  • Oct 2022
    mls logo MLS # 11361141
  • Oct 24, 2022 Sold
    $3,018,000 (-5.5%)
  • Oct 17, 2022 Pending
  • Sep 3, 2022 Active
  • Jul 15, 2022 Price Change
    $3,195,000 (-2.4%)
  • May 13, 2022 Price Change
    $3,275,000 (-3.5%)
  • Mar 30, 2022 Listed
    $3,395,000 (-1.6%)
  • Aug 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11202797
  • Aug 27, 2021 Listed
    $3,449,500 (-1.3%)
  • Mar 2021
    mls logo MLS # 11007222
  • Mar 1, 2021 Listed
    $3,495,000 (-2.8%)
  • Aug 2020
    mls logo MLS # 10604585
  • Aug 12, 2020 Cancelled
  • Jan 7, 2020 Listed
    $3,695,000 (-5.1%)
  • Aug 2020
    mls logo MLS # 10815340
  • Aug 12, 2020 Listed
    $3,595,000 (-2.7%)
  • Jan 2020
    mls logo MLS # 10384249
  • Jan 7, 2020 Canceled
  • Oct 3, 2019 Listed
    $3,895,000 (-0.1%)
  • Mar 2008
    Public Records
  • Mar 31, 2008 Sold
    $3,900,000
  • Mar 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06768578
  • Mar 28, 2008 Sold
    $3,900,000 (-13.3%)
  • Jan 10, 2008 Listed
    $4,500,000
  • Jan 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06448751
  • Jan 10, 2008 Cancelled
  • Mar 21, 2007 Listed
    $4,500,000 (+252.9%)
  • Jul 2005
    Public Records
  • Jul 26, 2005 Sold
    $1,275,000
  • 79 Elm St
    $3.01M
  • Near North Side
    $525K +1% y/y
  • 60611
    $590K +7% y/y
  • Chicago
    $370K +3% y/y
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