$750,000
SOLD JAN 14, 2026
1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,278 Sq Ft
1929 Built

Recently Sold

$587 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Wood Flooring
  • Steam Room
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 1-minute walk to Lakefront Park

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to the Palmolive Building, one of Chicago's most iconic homes for city living. This one bedroom, one and a half bath residence at 159 E Walton Place, Unit 6B, blends classic elegance with modern comfort. It works well as a full time home or a quiet city retreat. The layout is smart and easy to live in. You get high ceilings, large north facing windows, and wide plank oak floors that run through the entire space. The kitchen has high end appliances, custom built closets, and a new washer and dryer. The primary suite feels calm and polished, with a well finished bathroom that has a separate tub and shower. Deeded valet parking is included. Living in the Palmolive means top tier service. Residents get concierge service with mobile app access, a private gym and spa, and the Beacon Club, a resident lounge and entertainment space. Outside, you are steps from the lakefront path, Oak Street Beach, and the best dining and shopping in the Gold Coast and along Michigan Avenue. Unit 6B is a rare chance to live in a full service building with character, history, and a standout location. Buyer summary * Location benefits: Steps to the lakefront path, Oak Street Beach, and top dining and shopping in the Gold Coast and along Michigan Avenue. * Interior highlights: High ceilings, large north facing windows, wide plank oak floors, high end kitchen appliances, custom closets, new washer and dryer, refined primary suite with separate tub and shower. * Exterior highlights: Deeded valet parking and the classic Palmolive Building setting. * Lifestyle fit: Ideal for someone who wants a full service luxury building with a timeless look, great walkability, and a home that is easy to live in and maintain.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Greene

Compass License #471009749 Listed on: 11/17/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Linda Shaughnessy

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475092906

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1929 | Remodeled in 2005

HOA Fees

  • $1,710 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Side Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Entry on the 6th floor
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Marble or Granite Building Materials
  • Limestone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,278 Sq Ft Home
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Portable Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, gas, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, clubhouse, exercise facilities, scavenger, snow removal
  • 102 Units
  • Lynn Stephens Association, Phone Number (312) 255-0159
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Palmolive Building Landmark Subdivision
  • Property managed by Sudler
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 37-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Valet Parking
  • Steam Room
  • Sauna
  • Party Room
  • Elevator
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,424

Year Built

Built in 1929 | Remodeled in 2005

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$1,710 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories),Vintage
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 6
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories),Vintage
  • Subdivision Name: Palmolive Building Landmark
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2005
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 37
  • Year Renovated: 2005

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 1278
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Security System, Fire Sprinklers, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Stories Total: 37
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Marble/Granite, Limestone
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Other
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Association Fee: 1710
  • Association Amenities: Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Health Club, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Receiving Room, Sauna, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Steam Room, Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Sudler
  • Management Contact Name: LYNN STEPHENS
  • Management Phone: 312-255-0159

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Gas, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Special Assessments: U

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 11424.35
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 102

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 17, 2025
Closed on
Jan 7, 2026
Sold by
Goldstein John A and John A Goldstein Revocable Trust
Bought by
Garvey Madeline Marie
Seller's Agent
David Greene
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Linda Shaughnessy
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
7.16%
Views
142

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-26.77%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$598,876
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$110,218

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2018
Closed on
Jan 3, 2019
Sold by
Zellner Christian and Smith Andrea
Bought by
Goldstein John A and John A Goldstein Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Correna Malyon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Helaine Cohen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$700,000
Sold Price
$708,900
Premium/Discount to List
$8,900
1.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.81%
Original Mortgage
$495,085
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 20, 2012
Closed on
Jan 4, 2013
Sold by
Costello John
Bought by
Zellner Christian and Smith Andrea
Seller's Agent
Mary Hanburger
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Buyer's Agent
Correna Malyon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$707,500
Premium/Discount to List
$7,600
1.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.03%
Original Mortgage
$566,000
Interest Rate
3.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2011
Sold by
Shutter Jon D and Shutter Jennifer M
Bought by
Costello John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2007
Sold by
Palmolive Tower Condominiums Llc
Bought by
Shutter Jon P and Shutter Jennifer M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $750,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $709,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $707,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $720,000 Ctic
Special Warranty Deed $788,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $495,085 New Conventional
Previous Owner $566,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/14/2026 01/14/26 Sold $750,000 +7.2% $587 / Sq Ft
11/24/2025 11/24/25 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2025 11/17/25 For Sale $699,900 -1.3% $548 / Sq Ft
01/14/2019 01/14/19 Sold $708,900 +4.3% $555 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/05/2018 12/05/18 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2018 11/13/18 Price Changed $680,000 -2.9% $532 / Sq Ft
08/18/2018 08/18/18 For Sale $700,000 -1.1% $548 / Sq Ft
01/10/2013 01/10/13 Sold $707,500 +1.1% $554 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/24/2012 11/24/12 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2012 11/20/12 For Sale $699,900 -- $548 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,134 $60,158 $2,947 $57,211
2024 $12,134 $60,158 $2,947 $57,211
2023 $13,291 $60,828 $2,374 $58,454
2022 $13,291 $68,040 $2,374 $65,666
2021 $13,012 $68,039 $2,374 $65,665
2020 $15,342 $71,974 $1,660 $70,314
2019 $15,692 $78,104 $1,660 $76,444
2018 $15,709 $79,526 $1,660 $77,866
2017 $15,230 $70,749 $1,328 $69,421
2016 $14,170 $70,749 $1,328 $69,421
2015 $12,964 $70,749 $1,328 $69,421
2014 $10,491 $56,544 $1,067 $55,477
2013 $10,284 $56,544 $1,067 $55,477
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12519150

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-03-213-020-1087

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