NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Esplanade Apartments 257 E Delaware Place Unit 7C Chicago, IL 60611

Streeterville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $394,000 - $437,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
1917 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 30, 2025

Last sale price $400,000 $364 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,730 / mo

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 3-minute walk to Lake Shore Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Live the ultimate Chicago dream at 257 E Delaware Place! Imagine stepping out your door and being moments from the shimmering waters of Lake Michigan and the world-class shopping and dining of Michigan Avenue. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vintage condo offers an unparalleled lifestyle in a landmark historic building. Revel in the beauty of designer parquet flooring and a thoughtfully updated kitchen featuring a Sub-zero Refrigerator, Jenn-Air oven and all stainless steel appliances. High ceilings and lake views create an airy and inviting atmosphere, complemented by charming vintage details throughout. The versatile second bedroom/office is an exciting extra, featuring a built-in murphy bed for effortless guest accommodation. Enjoy the convenience of having laundry in unit, three walk-in closets, and a bike room. Pets okay (up to two.) This professionally managed building includes heat, cable and internet in the monthly assessments. Some building amenities include a delightful common patio and gazebo retreat for residents to unwind. Security and privacy are paramount with a modern building security system and restricted owner-controlled elevator access directly to your floor. Ample rental parking options are available in the immediate vicinity (see broker for details). Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Chicago history! This is more than just a condo; it's your perfect Chicago pied-a-terre. Take the virtual tour and see for yourself!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Arlyn Tratt

NextHome Elite License #471011556 Listed on: 04/09/2025

NextHome Elite

Last Buyer's Agent

Wendy Pusczan

Keller Williams Infinity License #475168383

Keller Williams Infinity

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,703

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • End Unit

HOA Fees

  • $976 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Entry on the 7th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Some Wood Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

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

Home Security

  • Intercom
  • Door Monitored By TV

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Gazebo
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, insurance, security, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 12 Units
  • Theresa Brumwell Association, Phone Number (847) 432-1600
  • High-Rise Community
  • Property managed by Premier Management Services
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 10-Story Property

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Elevator
  • Service Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • 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

$5,703

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$976 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories),Vintage
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 7
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories),Vintage
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Historical District
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 10

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Dining Combo, Lobby
  • LivingArea: 1100
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Stories Total: 10
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 1100
  • Window Features: Some Wood Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • ExteriorFeatures: Outdoor Grill, Door Monitored By TV
  • OtherStructures: Gazebo
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Concrete

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Association Fee: 976
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), On Site Manager/Engineer, Park, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Picnic Area
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Premier Management Services
  • Management Contact Name: Theresa Brumwell
  • Management Phone: 847-432-1600X404

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Insurance, Security, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5703
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 12

Ownership History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Arlyn Tratt
NextHome Elite
Buyer's Agent
Wendy Pusczan
Keller Williams Infinity
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-11.11%
Views
107
Current Estimated Value
$421,775

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,775
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

--
Value Increase
--
Percent Increase
--
Adjusted for Inflation
Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$400,000 Old Republic National Title
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $77,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $400,000 -5.9% $364 / Sq Ft
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Price Changed $425,000 -5.6% $386 / Sq Ft
04/09/2025 04/09/25 For Sale $450,000 -- $409 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

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 $5,702 $44,466 $6,721 $37,745
2024 $5,702 $44,466 $6,721 $37,745
2023 $5,520 $32,994 $5,412 $27,582
2022 $5,520 $32,994 $5,412 $27,582
2021 $5,429 $32,993 $5,411 $27,582
2020 $5,964 $32,357 $3,788 $28,569
2019 $5,815 $35,114 $3,788 $31,326
2018 $5,856 $35,831 $3,788 $32,043
2017 $4,713 $27,970 $3,030 $24,940
2016 $4,745 $27,970 $3,030 $24,940
2015 $5,125 $27,970 $3,030 $24,940
2014 $4,625 $24,926 $2,435 $22,491
2013 $4,533 $24,926 $2,435 $22,491
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Arlyn Tratt

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Arlyn Tratt

    NextHome Elite

    (773) 370-0003

    1 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Arlyn Tratt
    Section Image
  • Wendy Pusczan

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Wendy Pusczan

    Keller Williams Infinity

    (630) 561-4488

    2 in this area

    245 Total Sales

    Wendy Pusczan
    Section Image
See All Agents

About The Esplanade Apartments

Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12330686

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-03-222-024-1020

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60611 Streeterville

257 E Delaware Place Unit 7C, Chicago, IL

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.
Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID

Nearby Homes
Your Personal Tour Guide

Ask me questions while you tour the home.