1260 N Astor Street #7
Chicago, IL 60610

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Available for the first time in forty years, this 4,500-square-foot full-floor Gold Coast cooperative offers exceptional scale, privacy, and architectural significance. With 10.5-foot ceilings, expansive proportions, and open views of Goudy Park, Lake Michigan, and the city skyline, the residence lives like a single-family home in a prestigious, full-service building. Originally owned by the building's architect, Philip Maher, and later acquired by Potter Palmer II as a wedding gift for his son, the apartment has been thoughtfully enhanced over time, most recently with interiors by Colfax and Fowler, blending historic character with a timeless, livable aesthetic. Beautifully preserved original detailing includes refined moldings, paneled walls, herringbone floors, and two fireplaces. A remarkable library attributed to David Adler features light-pickled Canadian spruce paneling and a concealed door to the living room. Additional Adler-inspired elements include the primary suite, where an imported Versailles parquet floor and elegant bath finishes create a sense of timeless luxury. The layout is both gracious and highly functional, with a formal entry foyer, expansive living and dining rooms, and a Christopher Peacock kitchen complemented by the original butler's pantry and a breakfast room. There are three large en suite bedrooms, along with two additional maids' rooms and a full bath, offering exceptional flexibility for offices, guests, or fitness. The primary suite, reconfigured by Maher, includes dual baths and a beautifully paneled dressing room. Additional features include SpacePak central air conditioning, in-unit laundry, a secondary laundry room, and a private storage room. Convenient garage parking is available close by. A rare offering that combines architectural pedigree, volume, and discretion, this residence delivers the presence of a grand historic home with the simplicity and security of cooperative living in one of Chicago's most established neighborhoods.

Features

• Property Type: Condo/Townhouse
• Sub Type: Attached Single
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Cook County
• Zip Code: 60610
• Year Built: 1930
• Age: 91-100 Years
• School District: 299
• Elementary School: Ogden International
• Middle School: Ogden International
• High School: Lincoln Park High School
• Sq.Ft.: 4,500 sq ft
• Total Rooms: 10
• Bedrooms: 5
• Full Baths: 5
• Garage: 2 Car
• # of Parking Spaces: 2
• Fireplace: Wood Burning, 2
• Baths: 5
• View: Front of Property
• # Of Days For Bd Apprvl: 30
• % Owner Occupied: 100
• Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
• Association Amenities: Door Person, Elevator(s), Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s)
• Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Taxes, Insurance, Doorman, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
• Bedrooms Possible: 5
• Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
• Construction Materials: Limestone
• Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
• Coop Tax Deduction Year: 2024
• Dining Room: Separate
• Directions: Located on the southwest corner of Astor (50 east) and Goethe (1300 north), across the street from Goudy Park.
• East: 50
• Electric: Circuit Breakers
• Entry Level: 7
• Fireplace Location: Living Room, Den/Library
• Flooring: Hardwood
• General Information: Historical District
• HOA Fee: 10350
• HOA Frequency: Monthly
• Heating: Steam, Radiator(s)
• Interior Features: Storage, Bookcases
• Is Parking Included in Price: No
• Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit, Multiple Locations, Sink
• Living Area Source: Estimated
• Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
• Main Type: Residential
• Management: Manager Off-site
• Management Company: First Service Residential
• Master Association Fee: No
• Max Pet Weight: 999
• North: 1260
• Parking Features: Off Site, Leased, Detached, Garage
• Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Size Limit
• Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
• Rooms: Bedroom 5, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Library, Breakfast Room, Pantry, Utility Room-1st Floor
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Special Conditions Details: List Broker Must Accompany
• Special Service Area: N
• Stories Total: 17
• Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
• Tax Year: 2023
• Total # Units in Building: 13
• Township: North Chicago
• Type Attached: High Rise (7+ Stories), Vintage
• Water Source: Lake Michigan