
1540 N Lake Shore Dr Unit 8N Chicago, IL 60610
Gold Coast NeighborhoodEstimated payment $26,738/month
Highlights
- Doorman
- Lake Front
- Landscaped Professionally
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Fitness Center
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Welcome to the iconic 1540 N Lake Shore Drive building impeccably located facing Lake Michigan at North Avenue Beach and adjacent to Lincoln Park. A perfect balance of incredible new luxury finishes and restored original details - every inch of this home has been thoughtfully reimagined, redesigned, and restored in 2023. Upon entering the gracious lobby, full time staff will escort you to your semi-private elevator. Arriving at the grand foyer, you will note the amazing detail from white oak flooring with nickel inlays, to the gorgeous upholstered walls in the family room, and the designer powder bath with hand-painted wallpaper and a marble vanity. You will delight in the level of craftsmanship and thoughtful detail! Perfect for entertaining, this home features expansive open living and dining areas with incredible floor to ceiling views of the lake and a cozy natural fireplace, or relax in the spacious family/media room with dry bar, Subzero fridge drawers, upholstered walls with brass inlays. Gourmands will delight in the culinary kitchen with adjacent cozy breakfast room and incomparable fittings and finishes including Gaggenau appliances (including a steam oven and wine fridges) and Eggersmann cabinets. The primary suite will be your sanctuary with lovely views of the Cardinal's mansion and features private sitting area, his and hers closets and dressing rooms and the en-suite of your dreams with heated onyx floors, Japanese soaking tub, lake view and Swiss shower lavatory. The hotel-like guest suite overlooks Navy Pier and has private en-suite bath and sitting area. 2 generous storage rooms included in basement. Come and see it for yourself!
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475212040 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Property Details
Home Type
- Co-Op
Est. Annual Taxes
- $27,627
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- Lake Front
- Landscaped Professionally
HOA Fees
- $5,774 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 4,100 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Bar Fridge
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Gallery
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
- Water Purifier
- Water Purifier is Owned
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 28 Units
- Randy Grimes Association, Phone Number (312) 335-1950
- Property managed by FIRST SERVICE RESIDENTIAL
- 16-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Lobby
- Package Room
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Fitness Center
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $3,425,000 | 0.0% | $835 / Sq Ft |
07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Price Changed | $3,425,000 | +90.3% | $835 / Sq Ft |
03/05/2022 03/05/22 | Sold | $1,800,000 | -14.3% | $435 / Sq Ft |
11/17/2021 11/17/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/05/2021 05/05/21 | Price Changed | $2,100,000 | -16.0% | $508 / Sq Ft |
04/01/2021 04/01/21 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | -- | $604 / Sq Ft |
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