Larissa Brodsky
Compass
(877) 750-2096
74 Total Sales
1 in Magnificent Mile
$480,000 Price
Olympia Centre 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 50B Floor 50 Chicago, IL 60611
Magnificent Mile Neighborhood
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,151
Sq Ft
1985
Built
Highlights
- Doorman
- Waterfront
- Center Hall Plan
- Fitness Center
- Open Floorplan
- Marble Flooring
About This Home
As of August 2026Rarely available, sought after, southeast corner, 2 bedroom, 2151 square foot floor plan at the luxurious Olympia Centre. 50th floor home features impressive, sweeping lake and city views framing Navy Pier from the Eastern exposure to the famed Chicago skyline to the south. 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, powder room, dining room, oversized eat in kitchen, laundry room, primary suite with oversized bathroom and multiple 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
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #471004934 Listed on: 06/22/2026
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,363
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- Waterfront
- End Unit
HOA Fees
- $2,392 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Leased Parking
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Entry on the 50th floor
- Reinforced Caisson Foundation
- Rubber Roof
- Marble or Granite Building Materials
Interior Spaces
- 2,151 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Center Hall Plan
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Storage
- Gallery
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Ogden Elementary
Utilities
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include air conditioning, water, insurance, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal
- 292 Units
- Tom Gillespie Association, Phone Number (312) 751-8174
- Olympia Centre Subdivision, B Tier Floorplan
- Property managed by First Service Residential
- 64-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Valet Parking
- Common Area
- Party Room
- Laundry Facilities
- Service Elevator
- Package Room
- Community Storage Space
- Elevator
Recreation
- Community Spa
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Limit on the number of pets
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Magnificent Mile, IL
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Larissa Brodsky
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Wendi Gordon Shelist
Wendi Gordon Shelist
Responds Quickly@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(833) 476-2514
84 Total Sales
2 in Magnificent Mile
$150K - $1.8M Price Range
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Crystal Banks
Crystal Banks
Landstar Realty Group, Inc.
(224) 458-2653
57 Total Sales
1 in Magnificent Mile
$235,000 Price
-
Chloé Ifergan
Chloé Ifergan
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(855) 232-0459
92 Total Sales
12 in Magnificent Mile
$25K - $1.6M Price Range
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Timothy Rhoten
Timothy Rhoten
Reserve RE
(855) 510-0218
109 Total Sales
1 in Magnificent Mile
$1,148,500 Price
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Rafael Murillo
Rafael Murillo
Compass
(312) 548-3637
114 Total Sales
2 in Magnificent Mile
$745K - $2.3M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2026 08/14/26 | Sold | $725,000 | -9.3% | $337 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2026 07/15/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2026 07/15/26 | For Sale | $799,747 | -- | $372 / 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 | $17,234 | $77,420 | $2,821 | $74,599 |
| 2024 | $17,234 | $77,420 | $2,821 | $74,599 |
| 2023 | $16,761 | $87,648 | $2,311 | $85,337 |
| 2022 | $16,761 | $87,648 | $2,311 | $85,337 |
| 2021 | $16,420 | $87,647 | $2,311 | $85,336 |
| 2020 | $18,808 | $90,011 | $1,754 | $88,257 |
| 2019 | $18,393 | $97,722 | $1,754 | $95,968 |
| 2018 | $18,082 | $97,722 | $1,754 | $95,968 |
| 2017 | $18,965 | $94,176 | $1,494 | $92,682 |
| 2016 | $18,005 | $94,176 | $1,494 | $92,682 |
| 2015 | $16,433 | $94,176 | $1,494 | $92,682 |
| 2014 | $13,181 | $75,444 | $1,169 | $74,275 |
| 2013 | $12,901 | $75,444 | $1,169 | $74,275 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael Rosenblum
Seller's Agent in 2026
Michael Rosenblum
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(312) 286-1634
64 in this area
168 Total Sales
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Eileen Brennan
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Eileen Brennan
Baird Warner
(312) 909-5388
3 in this area
31 Total Sales
About Olympia Centre
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12684334
APN: 17-10-200-068-1204
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