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161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h, Chicago, IL, 60611

YEAR BUILT

1986

# STORIES

69

# TOTAL UNITS

166

UNIT SIZE RANGE

640-6,770 sqft

Description

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h sits in Chicago, near the intersection of North State Street and East Walton Street. This high-rise building, called Olympia Centre, stands tall at 69 stories. Constructed in 1986, it features a striking granite façade. The location sits at the heart of the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. The building consists of 166 units, with sizes ranging from 640 to 6,770 square feet. Units include options for 1, 2, 3, and even 4 bedrooms. Prices for units vary, ranging from $2,839,000 to $4,100,000. Many units offer breath-taking views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Olympia Centre provides many amenities that enhance daily life. Residents enjoy a luxurious indoor pool, spa, health club, and exercise room. Also available are valet services, a restaurant, and a party room. Sidewalks provide a safe and pleasant outdoor experience, while a bike room caters to biking enthusiasts. The building highlights numerous unit layouts. Duplexes, corner homes, and split bedroom plans cater to different lifestyles. Most corner units offer ample natural light with stunning wraparound views. Residents can appreciate the elegant designs with high ceilings and oversized windows. Nearby points of interest include high-end retail stores, restaurants like Gino's East Pizza, and cultural landmarks. Local schools also make the area appealing for families. The striking building combines luxury living with a vibrant urban atmosphere.

Building ImageMLS ID #12534558
Building ImageMLS ID #12534558
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161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h, Chicago, IL, 60611

YEAR BUILT

1986

# STORIES

69

# TOTAL UNITS

166

UNIT SIZE RANGE

640-6,770 sqft

Description

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h sits in Chicago, near the intersection of North State Street and East Walton Street. This high-rise building, called Olympia Centre, stands tall at 69 stories. Constructed in 1986, it features a striking granite façade. The location sits at the heart of the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. The building consists of 166 units, with sizes ranging from 640 to 6,770 square feet. Units include options for 1, 2, 3, and even 4 bedrooms. Prices for units vary, ranging from $2,839,000 to $4,100,000. Many units offer breath-taking views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Olympia Centre provides many amenities that enhance daily life. Residents enjoy a luxurious indoor pool, spa, health club, and exercise room. Also available are valet services, a restaurant, and a party room. Sidewalks provide a safe and pleasant outdoor experience, while a bike room caters to biking enthusiasts. The building highlights numerous unit layouts. Duplexes, corner homes, and split bedroom plans cater to different lifestyles. Most corner units offer ample natural light with stunning wraparound views. Residents can appreciate the elegant designs with high ceilings and oversized windows. Nearby points of interest include high-end retail stores, restaurants like Gino's East Pizza, and cultural landmarks. Local schools also make the area appealing for families. The striking building combines luxury living with a vibrant urban atmosphere.

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Description

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h sits in Chicago, near the intersection of North State Street and East Walton Street. This high-rise building, called Olympia Centre, stands tall at 69 stories. Constructed in 1986, it features a striking granite façade. The location sits at the heart of the Magnificent Mile neighborhood. The building consists of 166 units, with sizes ranging from 640 to 6,770 square feet. Units include options for 1, 2, 3, and even 4 bedrooms. Prices for units vary, ranging from $2,839,000 to $4,100,000. Many units offer breath-taking views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. Olympia Centre provides many amenities that enhance daily life. Residents enjoy a luxurious indoor pool, spa, health club, and exercise room. Also available are valet services, a restaurant, and a party room. Sidewalks provide a safe and pleasant outdoor experience, while a bike room caters to biking enthusiasts. The building highlights numerous unit layouts. Duplexes, corner homes, and split bedroom plans cater to different lifestyles. Most corner units offer ample natural light with stunning wraparound views. Residents can appreciate the elegant designs with high ceilings and oversized windows. Nearby points of interest include high-end retail stores, restaurants like Gino's East Pizza, and cultural landmarks. Local schools also make the area appealing for families. The striking building combines luxury living with a vibrant urban atmosphere.

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$737,568($416/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$796,786($413/Sqft.)
Year over year list priceDown Arrow21.74%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow 17.55%
Total Listings21 Listed
Total sold28 Sold
Average Days on Market139 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list priceDown Arrow21.74%
Year over year sale priceUp Arrow17.55%
Total Listings21 Listed
Total sold28 Sold
Average Days on Market139 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

High
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Medium
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 58J4K158J4K14500341722018-12-03
MLS#: 09984853 		Closed$2,839,000
Unit 58J358J3-342202015-05-19
MLS#: 08750975 		Closed$2,400,000
Unit 62R162R16770343962008-02-08
MLS#: 06374518 		Closed$4,100,000
Unit 58J3
58J3

3 Beds

4 Baths

0 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2015-05-19Closed$2,400,000
MLS#: 08750975
Days On Market220
Unit 58J4K1
58J4K1

3 Beds

4 Baths

4500 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2018-12-03Closed$2,839,000
MLS#: 09984853
Days On Market172
Unit 62R1
62R1

3 Beds

4 Baths

6770 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2008-02-08Closed$4,100,000
MLS#: 06374518
Days On Market396
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Amenities

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
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Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Exercise Room

Exercise Room

Health Club

Health Club

Private Indoor Pool

Private Indoor Pool

Indoor Pool

Indoor Pool

Door Person

Door Person

Security

Security

Security Door Lock(s)

Security Door Lock(s)

Laundry

Laundry

Coin Laundry

Coin Laundry

Private Laundry Hkup

Private Laundry Hkup

Sundeck

Sundeck

Patio

Patio

Receiving Room

Receiving Room

Spa/Hot Tub

Spa/Hot Tub

Steam Room

Steam Room

Sauna

Sauna

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Party Room

Party Room

Restaurant

Restaurant

Storage

Storage

Service Elevator(s)

Service Elevator(s)

Valet

Valet

Policies

Pet Allowed
Check
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h$413/sqft.$2 /sqft.
161 E Chicago Ave$407/sqft.$2 /sqft.
Olympia Centre$411/sqft.$2 /sqft.
777 North Michigan$295/sqft.$2 /sqft.
777 N Michigan Ave$284/sqft.$2 /sqft.
180 E Pearson St$619/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Residents of 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h enjoy access to nearby educational institutions across Chicago. Schools within a 2-mile radius enhance convenience for daily routines. Close proximity supports consistent attendance and flexibility. This location promotes a family-friendly lifestyle.

Ogden Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades KG–8
24 W Walton St|0.39 miles away

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
160 W Wendell St|0.65 miles away

Cornerstone Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1111 N Wells St St...|0.7 miles away

Payton College Preparatory High School

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
1034 N Wells St|0.71 miles away

Gems World Academy Chicago

--
Private|Grades PK–11
350 E South Water ...|0.75 miles away

Immaculate Conception School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
363 W Hill St|0.85 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Residents of 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h enjoy access to nearby educational institutions across Chicago. Schools within a 2-mile radius enhance convenience for daily routines. Close proximity supports consistent attendance and flexibility. This location promotes a family-friendly lifestyle.

Ogden Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades KG–8
24 W Walton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Salazar Elementary Bilingual Center

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
160 W Wendell St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cornerstone Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1111 N Wells St St...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Payton College Preparatory High School

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
1034 N Wells St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Gems World Academy Chicago

--
Private|Grades PK–11
350 E South Water ...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Immaculate Conception School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
363 W Hill St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Franklin Elementary Fine Arts Center

C
Public|Grades KG–8
225 W Evergreen Av...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Yccs-Innovations of Arts Integr High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
17 N State St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Catherine Cook School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
226 W Schiller St|1.01 Miles Away

Latin School of Chicago Lower

--
Private|Grades PK–12
1531 N Dearborn Pk...|1.01 Miles Away

Noble St Charter-Muchin College Preparatory

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
1 N State St|1.01 Miles Away

Lincoln Park Preschool and Kindergarten

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
108 W Germania Pl|1.06 Miles Away

Manierre Elementary School

F
Public|Grades PK–8
1420 N Hudson Ave|1.17 Miles Away

Intrinsic 2 Charter High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
79 W Monroe St Ste...|1.18 Miles Away

Skinner North Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–8
640 W Scott St|1.25 Miles Away

Jenner Elementary Academy of the Arts

--
Public|Grades PK–8
|1.34 Miles Away

Skinner Elementary School

A
Public|Grades PK–5
111 S Throop St|1.35 Miles Away

Cics - Quest North Campus

F
Public|Grades 9–12
1443 N Ogden Ave|1.36 Miles Away

Noble St Charter-the Noble Academy

A
Public|Grades 9–12
1443 N Ogden Ave|1.37 Miles Away

Lasalle Elementary Language Academy

B+
Public|Grades KG–8
1734 N Orleans St|1.40 Miles Away

Urban Preparatory West Charter School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
425 S Wabash Ave|1.41 Miles Away

Fusion Academy Lp: Chicago- Lincoln Park

--
Private|Grades 6–12
1440 N Dayton St S...|1.57 Miles Away

Frances Xavier Warde School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
120 S Desplaines S...|1.59 Miles Away

Gce Lab School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1535 N Dayton St|1.59 Miles Away

Jones College Preparatory High School

A
Public|Grades 9–12
700 S State St|1.62 Miles Away

Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
700 W Willow St|1.69 Miles Away

South Loop Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–3
47 W Polk St Ste G...|1.75 Miles Away

Ogden Intermediate High School

A
Public|Grades 9–12
1250 W Erie St|1.83 Miles Away

Lincoln Park High School

B+
Public|Grades 9–12
2001 N Orchard St|1.94 Miles Away

Noble St Charter Rauner College Preparatory

A
Public|Grades 9–12
1337 W Ohio St|1.99 Miles Away

Transit

With nearby public transportation, 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h offers strong connectivity across Chicago. Access to Bus, Metro, Rail within a 2-mile radius supports efficient commuting. Reliable transit routes improve travel convenience for residents. This location provides practical urban accessibility.

1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass)

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

1700 N Halsted

1.67 miles away|32 min walk

1900 N Halsted

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

300 W Division

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

311 W Division

0.82 miles away|16 min walk

320 N LaSalle

0.75 miles away|15 min walk
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Transit

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Description

With nearby public transportation, 161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h offers strong connectivity across Chicago. Access to Bus, Metro, Rail within a 2-mile radius supports efficient commuting. Reliable transit routes improve travel convenience for residents. This location provides practical urban accessibility.

1100 S Columbus (Pedestrian Underpass)

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

1700 N Halsted

1.67 miles away|32 min walk

1900 N Halsted

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

300 W Division

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

311 W Division

0.82 miles away|16 min walk

320 N LaSalle

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

321 N LaSalle

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

333 S Franklin Street (Chicago)

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

350 S. Clark Street (Chicago)

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

530 W Grand

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

700 W Chicago

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

Adams & Canal

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

Adams & Clark

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

Adams & State

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

Adams & S. Wacker

1.38 miles away|27 min walk

Adams & Wabash

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

Adams/Wabash

1.2 miles away|23 min walk

Adams & Wells

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

AM Michigan & Randolph (Chicago)

0.84 miles away|17 min walk

Armitage & Clark

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

Armitage & Cleveland

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Armitage & Halsted

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Armitage & Larrabee

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Armitage & Lincoln/Sedgwick

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

Armitage & Orchard

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Balbo & Columbus

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

Balbo & Michigan

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

Balbo & State

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

Canal & Madison

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

Canal & Randolph

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

Canal & Randolph/Washington

1.25 miles away|24 min walk

Chestnut & Lake Shore Drive

0.27 miles away|6 min walk

Chestnut & Mies Van Der Rohe

0.12 miles away|3 min walk

Chicago (Blue)

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Chicago-Blue

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Chicago-Brown

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Chicago (Brown/Purple)

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Chicago & Clark

0.4 miles away|8 min walk

Chicago & Elizabeth

1.88 miles away|36 min walk

Chicago & Fairbanks

0.14 miles away|3 min walk

Chicago & Franklin (Brown line)

0.64 miles away|13 min walk

Chicago & Halsted

1.24 miles away|24 min walk

Chicago & Hudson

0.86 miles away|17 min walk

Chicago & Larrabee

1 miles away|20 min walk

Chicago & LaSalle

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

Chicago & Michigan

0.07 miles away|2 min walk

Chicago & Mies Van Der Rohe

0.06 miles away|2 min walk

Chicago & Milwaukee (Blue Line)

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Chicago OTC

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

Chicago & Racine

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Streeterville

Streeterville, located in the heart of Chicago, is a vibrant neighborhood known for its modern skyscrapers and stunning lakefront views. The area boasts an array of attractions, including Navy Pier and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Fine dining and luxury shopping are abundant along the Magnificent Mile, offering a dynamic urban lifestyle. Residents enjoy easy access to Lake Michigan's beautiful beaches and waterfront parks. Commuting is seamless, with excellent public transportation links and close proximity to major expressways.

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Neighbourhood Description

Streeterville, located in the heart of Chicago, is a vibrant neighborhood known for its modern skyscrapers and stunning lakefront views. The area boasts an array of attractions, including Navy Pier and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Fine dining and luxury shopping are abundant along the Magnificent Mile, offering a dynamic urban lifestyle. Residents enjoy easy access to Lake Michigan's beautiful beaches and waterfront parks. Commuting is seamless, with excellent public transportation links and close proximity to major expressways.

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161 E Chicago Ave Unit 56h Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

4.94%

15–29 Years

33.73%

30–44 Years

25.79%

45–59 Years

14.51%

60+ Years

21.03%

Commute

21.84%

Transit

30.16%

Walk

21.58%

Drive

1.84%

Bike

Housing Ownership

37.46%

Owner Occupied

62.54%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
6.37%
Multi Family
0.46%
Single Person
59.1%
Multi Person
40.9%

Average Income

Household:$11,776,784.11 /yr

Individual:$11,579,660.39 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree43.24%
High School College4.18%
Diploma2.03%
Post Graduate42.15%
Others8.39%
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Education

Diploma2.03%
Post Graduate42.15%
Others8.39%
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