
The Aquitania 5000 N Marine Dr Unit 12D Chicago, IL 60640
Margate Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,178/month
Highlights
- Doorman
- Wood Flooring
- Party Room
- Fitness Center
- Wine Refrigerator
- 1-minute walk to Bill Hersh Playground
About This Home
The Aquitania - Built in 1923 originally for the booming Chicago film industry. Assessments include everything in this luxury building. Brimming with period architectural details and stately features it exudes a sophistication of truly a golden age of style and design. Enjoy sweeping lake views and vintage elegance in this lovely 1 bedroom-1 bath co-op apartment in the historic Aquitania. . Starting from the formal reception foyer of the apartment you enter the gracious living room with its dramatic views east over Margate Park and Lake Michigan. Plaster paneling and crown molding add refined elegance and gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the space. Next, a luxury rarely found in today's apartments, a formal dining room. This space also features beautiful period trim, elegant wall and modern chandelier lighting, and can accommodate a large table and storage furniture. The wonderfully appointed kitchen features white Calacatta marble countertops, all stainless steel appliances, classic wood cabinets, glass mosaic backsplash, under-cabinet LED lighting, and a butler's bar complete with beverage fridge. The large bedroom features a walk-in closet and west-facing windows that bring in great afternoon light. The bathroom has all original fixtures including white subway wall tile, pedestal sink, medicine cabinet, and cast iron tub. A smart storage corridor connects the room directly to the foyer with an additional closet and large built-in storage and display unit. Building amenities include 24 door staff, mailroom, laundry facility, bike room, and additional storage rooms. Your monthly assessment pays for everything- building operating expenses and maintenance, management, gas, heat, electricity, RCN cable and Internet, and real estate taxes. Building is pet-friendly and close to dog parks and the dog beach. Enjoy life in vintage elegance with all the wonderful conveniences of beautiful Margate Park and the vibrant Uptown neighborhood. Great shopping and dining abound on nearby Sheridan, Argyle, and Broadway. You will be walking distance from landmarks like the Green Mill, Riviera and Uptown Theaters, Aragon Ballroom, and close to Andersonville. It is just steps to the lakefront with its bike trails and beautiful beaches. Easy access to DuSable Lake Shore Dr, buses and nearby CTA Red Line make commuting and getting around the city a breeze. Welcome home to luxury life in the Aquitania.
Property Details
Home Type
- Co-Op
Year Built
- Built in 1923
HOA Fees
- $1,876 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Potential Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Mccutcheon Elementary School
- Senn Achievement Academy High Sc
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, electricity, gas, taxes, insurance, doorman, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 82 Units
- Natalie Carrington Association, Phone Number (773) 561-5322
- High-Rise Condominium
- Aquitania Subdivision
- Property managed by Advantage Management
- 15-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Party Room
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
- Package Room
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Limit on the number of pets
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Map
About The Aquitania
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/25/2025 07/25/25 | For Sale | $199,500 | +14.0% | -- |
09/07/2022 09/07/22 | Sold | $175,000 | 0.0% | $159 / Sq Ft |
07/18/2022 07/18/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/13/2022 07/13/22 | For Sale | $175,000 | +34.7% | $159 / Sq Ft |
01/15/2015 01/15/15 | Sold | $129,900 | 0.0% | $118 / Sq Ft |
10/24/2014 10/24/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/13/2014 10/13/14 | For Sale | $129,900 | -- | $118 / Sq Ft |
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