37 E Elm St Chicago, IL 60611
Gold Coast NeighborhoodEstimated payment $17,455/month
Highlights
- Rooftop Deck
- 5-minute walk to Clark/Division Station
- Wolf Appliances
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- 3-minute walk to Mariano (Louis) Park
About This Home
An exceptional residence in the iconic Gold Coast, this historic Potter Palmer home on coveted Elm Street seamlessly blends timeless architecture with refined modern updates. Offering four bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, the home has been thoughtfully renovated with elevated, designer finishes throughout. The main level presents an expansive living and dining space ideal for both formal entertaining and everyday living. A beautifully reimagined kitchen showcases crisp white custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a Wolf oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and wine cooler, along with a built-in breakfast area and updated powder room. Just off the kitchen, a charming slate patio offers a private outdoor retreat.The second level features a sun-drenched family room with abundant built-ins, creating the perfect lounge or play space. This floor also hosts a spacious bedroom with a wall of windows and a beautifully renovated en-suite bath.Upstairs, the third level includes an additional generously sized bedroom and a spectacular redesigned primary suite. The spa-inspired bath is appointed with dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, and a walk-in closet.The lower level offers a recreation room with wet bar and beverage refrigerator, plus an additional en-suite bedroom with exterior access-ideal for guests or a private office. Crowning the home is a fully landscaped rooftop terrace complete with an outdoor kitchen and lovely skyline views-an extraordinary setting for entertaining. Additional highlights include rich hardwood floors, three fireplaces, intricate moldings, wainscoting, skylights, and convenient access to numerous garage parking options nearby. Ideally situated just one block from Lake Michigan and moments from the Magnificent Mile, this residence offers unparalleled access to Chicago's premier shopping and dining. A rare and refined offering in one of the city's most prestigious neighborhoods.
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475194234 Listed on: 02/23/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $43,169
Year Renovated
- 2021
Lot Details
- 1,464 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 20x73
Home Design
- Rowhouse Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 4,100 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Dry Bar
- High Ceiling
- Skylights
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Sub-Zero Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wolf Appliances
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Steam Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Rooftop Deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $38,530 | $218,162 | $45,395 | $172,767 |
| 2024 | $38,530 | $218,162 | $45,395 | $172,767 |
| 2023 | $42,801 | $185,932 | $36,550 | $149,382 |
| 2022 | $42,801 | $211,512 | $36,550 | $174,962 |
| 2021 | $42,533 | $211,512 | $36,550 | $174,962 |
| 2020 | $38,325 | $172,040 | $25,585 | $146,455 |
| 2019 | $36,330 | $187,000 | $25,585 | $161,415 |
| 2018 | $35,717 | $187,000 | $25,585 | $161,415 |
| 2017 | $30,983 | $150,000 | $20,468 | $129,532 |
| 2016 | $29,543 | $150,000 | $20,468 | $129,532 |
| 2015 | $27,006 | $150,000 | $20,468 | $129,532 |
| 2014 | $28,941 | $158,551 | $17,544 | $141,007 |
| 2013 | $29,585 | $165,294 | $17,544 | $147,750 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/23/2026 02/23/26 | For Sale | $2,690,000 | 0.0% | $656 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/14/2024 05/14/24 | Rented | $15,000 | -5.1% | -- | |
| 04/02/2024 04/02/24 | For Rent | $15,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 01/16/2024 01/16/24 | Sold | $2,300,000 | -8.0% | $561 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/21/2023 09/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/11/2023 06/11/23 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | +8.7% | $610 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2023 06/10/23 | Off Market | $2,300,000 | -- | -- | |
| 05/30/2023 05/30/23 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | -- | $610 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $2,300,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,350,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $2,115,000 | Cti | |
| Warranty Deed | $2,150,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Deed | $1,050,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,380,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,400,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $1,680,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $535,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12574917
APN: 17-03-201-007-0000
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