
72 E Elm St Unit 5 Chicago, IL 60611
Gold Coast NeighborhoodHighlights
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Intercom
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- 3-minute walk to Goudy (William) Square Park
About This Home
As of August 2021Rarely available top floor 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit in renowned Potter Palmer greystone on one of the most beautiful streets in the Gold Coast. Vintage charm can be found throughout including beautiful moldings, wainscoting, fireplace mantel and high ceilings. Light and bright with 4 exposures, this spacious unit features a large formal living room with adjacent sitting room and separate dining room. The kitchen has granite, stainless appliances, and plenty of storage including a walk-in pantry. Currently, one of the 3 bedrooms is used as a home office. A laundry room with sink completes this fabulous space. This is a non-smoking building and perfect for pet lovers (no breed restrictions, no weight restrictions, and no maximum number) ! Low assessments and newer roof. Rental parking nearby. All of this in the best Gold Coast location steps from the lake, shopping and restaurants!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475104005 Listed on: 05/08/2021

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,096
Year Built
- Built in 1887
HOA Fees
- $393 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,900 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, scavenger
- 5 Units
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Chicago, IL
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $525,000 | First American Title | |
Warranty Deed | $425,000 | Ticor Title | |
Warranty Deed | $560,000 | Ticor Title Insurance | |
Warranty Deed | $450,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $498,655 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $48,850 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $279,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $298,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $308,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $333,700 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $275,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
Closed | $48,750 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/27/2025 06/27/25 | For Sale | $640,000 | +21.9% | $355 / Sq Ft |
08/13/2021 08/13/21 | Sold | $524,900 | 0.0% | $276 / Sq Ft |
06/30/2021 06/30/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/18/2021 05/18/21 | Price Changed | $524,900 | -2.8% | $276 / Sq Ft |
05/08/2021 05/08/21 | For Sale | $539,900 | -- | $284 / Sq Ft |
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 | $11,725 | $58,051 | $18,455 | $39,596 |
2023 | $11,430 | $55,571 | $14,859 | $40,712 |
2022 | $11,430 | $55,571 | $14,859 | $40,712 |
2021 | $11,061 | $60,999 | $14,859 | $46,140 |
2020 | $10,330 | $49,471 | $10,401 | $39,070 |
2019 | $10,096 | $53,682 | $10,401 | $43,281 |
2018 | $9,925 | $53,682 | $10,401 | $43,281 |
2017 | $11,114 | $55,002 | $8,321 | $46,681 |
2016 | $10,516 | $55,002 | $8,321 | $46,681 |
2015 | $9,598 | $55,002 | $8,321 | $46,681 |
2014 | $9,272 | $52,541 | $6,686 | $45,855 |
2013 | $9,078 | $52,541 | $6,686 | $45,855 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Matt Mercer
Gold Coast Realty Chicago
(614) 403-5314
9 in this area
78 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Christina Riordan
Gold Coast Realty Chicago
47 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Emily Sachs Wong
@ Properties
(312) 613-0022
64 in this area
778 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11081482

APN: 17-03-200-065-1005
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