Single Family Home $ 5,995,000

1524 N Astor ST

Chicago, IL 60610

  • 3 Beds
  • 5 Baths
    Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 2
  • 6,500 SqFt
  • 1969 Year Built
A rare architectural offering on one of Chicago's most coveted residential streets, this is the northernmost home on Astor, distinguished by its commanding position and oversized windows overlooking the Cardinal's Mansion and Lincoln Park. The setting provides exceptional privacy and natural light, a rarity in the city. Originally designed as a mid century modern residence by noted Chicago architect I. W. Colburn, the home was later completely reimagined with a refined Art Deco inspired interior by two of the city's most respected design firms, Marvin Herman & Associates and Suzanne Lovell Inc. In 2025, the exterior was extensively renovated, including all new stucco on the walls enclosing the home's expansive private terrace. Today, the residence offers approximately 6,500 square feet of beautifully finished living space, generous outdoor areas, and two-car garage parking. Interior finishes are of exceptional quality and include bespoke millwork and cabinetry, hand-cast plaster moldings, a dramatic curved staircase with artisan-fabricated bronze and steel balusters, three distinctive fireplaces, rift-sawn white oak floors with custom inlay, limestone and marble, Donald Kaufman paint finishes, and vellum wall coverings. An elegant foyer with a walk-in coat closet, climate-controlled wine storage, and a guest bath with a hand-carved marble sink introduces the home. One level up, the main living level includes a gracious living room with a wet bar, a separate dining room, and a sophisticated kitchen with custom cabinetry and a built-in banquette. This level also includes a private office with a white alabaster fireplace and direct access to the terrace. A standout feature of the home, the north-facing terrace offers a serene setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. The top level includes a luxurious primary suite with a spa caliber bath featuring a soaking tub carved from a single block of Noir St. Laurent marble with P. E. Guerin hardware. A second en suite bedroom and a family room with an additional full bath complete the level. Curved rear stairs lead to a private bedroom suite with its own entrance, allowing guests to enter independently. Features include knotty pine paneling, a kitchenette, generous closets, an en suite bath, and French doors opening to a tranquil koi pond. The landscaping was designed by award-winning Scott Byron & Co. Ideally located near Lincoln Park, the lakefront, and downtown, this exceptional Gold Coast residence offers architectural pedigree, remarkable privacy, and extraordinary craftsmanship.
Listed by Jennifer Ames of Engel & Voelkers Chicago

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PROPERTY DETAIL

  • Key Details

    Property Type Single Family Home

    Sub Type Detached Single

    Listing Status Active

    Purchase Type For Sale

    Square Footage 6, 500 sqft

    Price per Sqft $922

    MLS Listing ID 12578948

    Bedrooms 3

    Full Baths 4

    Half Baths 2

    Year Built 1969

    Annual Tax Amount $128,607

    Tax Year 2024

    Lot Dimensions 25 X 101

    Property Sub-Type Detached Single

  • Location

    State IL

    County Cook

    Area Chi - Near North Side

  • Rooms

    Basement None

  • Building

    Lot Description Irregular Lot, Landscaped

    Dwelling Type Detached Single

    Building Description Brick, No

    Sewer Public Sewer

    Water Lake Michigan

    Level or Stories 3 Stories

    Structure Type Brick

    New Construction false

  • Interior

    Interior Features Wet Bar

    Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

    Cooling Central Air, Zoned

    Fireplaces Number 4

    Fireplaces Type Gas Starter

    Equipment Security System, Multiple Water Heaters

    Fireplace Y

    Appliance Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Humidifier

    Laundry In Unit

  • Exterior

    Garage Spaces 2.0

    Community Features Park

  • Schools

    Elementary Schools Ogden Elementary

    Middle Schools Ogden Elementary

    High Schools Lincoln Park High School

    School District 299 , 299, 299

  • Others

    HOA Fee Include None

    Ownership Fee Simple

    Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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