NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Olympia Centre 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 32A Floor 32 Chicago, IL 60611

Magnificent Mile Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $896,625

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,524 Sq Ft
1985 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 26, 2025

Last sale price $825,000 $327 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,635 / mo

101 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Open Floorplan
  • Water Views
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Lock-and-Leave Community

About This Home

As of November 2025

Priced for quick sale. Rarely available, sought after, northeast corner, 3 bedroom, 2524 square foot floor plan at the luxurious Olympia Centre. 32nd floor home features impressive, sweeping lake and city views framing Navy Pier from the Eastern exposure and up to Evanston along the shoreline of Lake Shore Drive from the Northern exposure. The lake seems more like an Ocean through expansive windows. Enjoy picture perfect sunrises in the morning and captivating city lights in the evening. Bring your designer and architect to create your dream home. Your residence offers a spacious, split bedroom floor plan for ultimate privacy whilst offering enormous room sizes for gracious living and easy entertaining. Large foyer, dining room, oversized eat in kitchen, laundry room, primary suite with oversized bathroom and large walk in closets, and lots of storage are just some of the features which make your home perfect! This treasured residence atop Neiman Marcus offers you five star services such as concierge, 24 hour door staff, state of the art fitness center, indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, sundeck and beautiful party room. 161 Chicago is a high end luxury building located steps from world class shopping, world renowned restaurants, popular nightlife, Seneca Park, The Museum of Contemporary Art, blocks from the activity rich Lakefront and Oak Street Beach. On site parking options available to residents and their guests. Dogs welcome too!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Rosenblum

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #471004934 Listed on: 07/15/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Waddell

Compass License #475138533

Compass
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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,074

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

HOA Fees

  • $2,210 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Leased Parking
  • Heated Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Entry on the 32nd floor
  • Marble or Granite Building Materials

Interior Spaces

  • 2,524 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Dry Bar
  • Center Hall Plan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Gallery

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Ogden Elementary

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Humidifier
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • End Unit
  • Property is near park

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include air conditioning, water, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, clubhouse, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 292 Units
  • Unissa Khan Association, Phone Number (312) 751-8174
  • High-Rise Community
  • Olympia Centre Subdivision
  • Property managed by 161 Chicago Ave Association
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 63-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Valet Parking
  • Sundeck
  • Common Area
  • Party Room
  • Coin Laundry
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room
  • Community Storage Space
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 30 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,074

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$2,210 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 32
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: Olympia Centre
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 63

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Humidifier
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, Elevator, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Center Hall Plan, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Doorman
  • LivingArea: 2524
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
  • Room Type: Foyer, Gallery, Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 63
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Marble/Granite
  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds, Views
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • View: Water
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric, Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Association Fee: 2210
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Sundeck, Indoor Pool, Receiving Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Valet/Cleaner, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: 161 Chicago Ave Association
  • Management Contact Name: Unissa Khan
  • Management Phone: 312-751-8174

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Water, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • Middle/Junior School: Ogden Elementary

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: Y

Rental Info

  • Lease Amount: 365
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 30

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18074.17
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 292

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2025
Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Rosenblum
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Kate Waddell
Compass
List Price
$897,747
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$72,747
-8.1%
Views
288
Current Estimated Value
$896,625

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$71,625
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.02%
Original Mortgage
$660,000
Outstanding Balance
$655,135
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$241,490

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Magnificent Mile, IL

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$825,000 None Listed On Document
$1,362,500 --
$720,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $660,000
Previous Owner $398,000
Previous Owner $453,101
Previous Owner $600,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/26/2025 11/26/25 Sold $825,000 -8.1% $327 / Sq Ft
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2025 07/15/25 For Sale $897,747 -- $356 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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 $18,074 $81,291 $2,962 $78,329
2024 $18,074 $81,291 $2,962 $78,329
2023 $17,581 $91,632 $2,427 $89,205
2022 $17,581 $91,632 $2,427 $89,205
2021 $17,221 $91,631 $2,426 $89,205
2020 $19,811 $94,513 $1,842 $92,671
2019 $19,375 $102,609 $1,842 $100,767
2018 $19,047 $102,609 $1,842 $100,767
2017 $20,560 $98,885 $1,569 $97,316
2016 $19,305 $98,885 $1,569 $97,316
2015 $17,640 $98,885 $1,569 $97,316
2014 $14,221 $79,217 $1,228 $77,989
2013 $13,929 $79,217 $1,228 $77,989
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Rosenblum Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Michael Rosenblum

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    (312) 286-1634

    64 in this area

    168 Total Sales

    Michael Rosenblum
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  • Kate Waddell Real Estate Agent - Compass

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Kate Waddell

    Compass

    (773) 517-2666

    3 in this area

    518 Total Sales

    Kate Waddell
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About Olympia Centre

Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12420181

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-10-200-068-1059

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60611 Magnificent Mile

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 32A, Chicago, IL

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