Olympia Centre 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 49B Chicago, IL 60611
Streeterville Neighborhood
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,850
Sq Ft
$1,400/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Chicago Avenue Station (Red Line)
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- Gallery
- 2-minute walk to Seneca Park
About This Home
As of December 2020Soak up perfect lake and skyline views from this ideally located southeast corner Streeterville condo. Huge windows fill this home with light by day and the sparkle of the city lights at night. Tastefully renovated with nearly 2,000 sqft of living space, this 2-bedroom, 2.5 bath home is in turnkey move-in condition. The stylish kitchen includes top quality stainless appliances including a SubZero refrigerator and a separate wine fridge. The space L-shaped living/dining room offers ample space for hanging out, entertaining, and working from home. There is a split bedroom floorplan. The luxurious master has dual walk-in closets and a renovated bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower. The other bedroom and baths have also been renovated. Other features include a dedicated laundry room with full-size LG w/d and utility sink, beautiful hardwood floors, recessed and sconce lighting, and ceiling fans. Olympia Center is a full-service building with service-oriented staff, indoor pool and spa, multiple exercise rooms, a party room with kitchen, and onsite self-park garage. The all-inclusive monthly assessment includes (heat, a/c, cable TV, internet and use of the building amenities; the only thing that is charged separately is electricity). Olympia Center is centrally located by Michigan Avenue, Northwestern Hospital, and the lakefront.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475150488 Listed on: 07/10/2020
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,971
Year Built | Renovated
- 1985 | 2017
Lot Details
- Southern Exposure
- East or West Exposure
HOA Fees
- $1,400 per month
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Marble or Granite Building Materials
Interior Spaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Storage
- Gallery
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
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- Cooktop<<rangeHoodToken>>
- <<microwave>>
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Dual Sinks
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- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- City Lot
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2020
Closed on
Dec 24, 2020
Sold by
Siddiq Mohummad and Siddiq Shabana
Bought by
Carlson Anthony J
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Ames
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
Buyer's Agent
David Porter
Porter Group Real Estate
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,000
-15.52%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.05%
Original Mortgage
$506,250
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2017
Sold by
Davidson John L and Davidson Susan J
Bought by
Siddiqi Mohummad and Siddiqi Shabana
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2008
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Davidson John L and Davidson Susan J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 2003
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Co
Bought by
Skillicorn Roy and Stribley Blair
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$630,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 2003
Sold by
Skillicorn Roy and Stribley Blair
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust Co and Trust #1108385
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$630,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 2002
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Skillicorn Roy and Stribley Blair
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 2000
Sold by
Skillicorn Roy and Stribley Blair
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company and Trust #1108385
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2000
Sold by
Oppenheim Ruth
Bought by
Skillicorn Roy R and Stribley Blair D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
8.12%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 1999
Sold by
Oppenheim Ruth
Bought by
Oppenheim Ruth and Ruth Oppenheim Declaration Of Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $675,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $687,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $745,000 | Chicago Title Land Trust Co | |
| Deed | -- | Chicago Title Land Trust Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Cti | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $800,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $506,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $550,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $246,280 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $330,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $630,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $640,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $640,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | For Sale | $850,000 | +25.9% | $459 / Sq Ft |
| 12/30/2020 12/30/20 | Sold | $675,000 | -15.5% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2020 11/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2020 07/10/20 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $432 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,971 | $67,180 | $2,448 | $64,732 |
| 2023 | $15,569 | $75,697 | $2,006 | $73,691 |
| 2022 | $15,569 | $75,697 | $2,006 | $73,691 |
| 2021 | $15,222 | $75,695 | $2,005 | $73,690 |
| 2020 | $17,400 | $78,106 | $1,522 | $76,584 |
| 2019 | $17,037 | $84,797 | $1,522 | $83,275 |
| 2018 | $16,750 | $84,797 | $1,522 | $83,275 |
| 2017 | $17,592 | $81,720 | $1,297 | $80,423 |
| 2016 | $16,368 | $81,720 | $1,297 | $80,423 |
| 2015 | $14,975 | $81,720 | $1,297 | $80,423 |
| 2014 | $12,146 | $65,466 | $1,015 | $64,451 |
| 2013 | $11,907 | $65,466 | $1,015 | $64,451 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lauren Hundman
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lauren Hundman
Westward360 RM
(773) 819-0446
39 Total Sales
-
Jennifer Ames
Seller's Agent in 2020
Jennifer Ames
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
(773) 908-3632
25 in this area
255 Total Sales
-
David Porter
Buyer's Agent in 2020
David Porter
Porter Group Real Estate
(312) 313-1447
3 in this area
48 Total Sales
About Olympia Centre
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10777817
APN: 17-10-200-068-1196
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