1221 N Dearborn St

A 19-story residential condominium completed in 1972, this Gold Coast high-rise mixes duplex loft-style units with more conventional one-bedroom layouts. Many homes feature dramatic vertical volume—lofted bedrooms or duplex-up floorplans—alongside floor-to-ceiling windows that admit abundant natural light. Interior finishes commonly include hardwood floors, granite counters, built-in storage and walk-in closets; select residences show vaulted or cathedral ceilings, wet bars and updated kitchens and baths. The building’s public areas emphasize full-service urban living: a staffed 24-hour door, an attended lobby, elevators and on-site management. Shared amenities are extensive and frequently refreshed, including a rooftop indoor pool with a retractable roof and sundeck, fitness facilities, sauna/health facilities, a renovated lounge/media room with kitchen for events, coin and communal laundry, storage and bike space. Exterior features include monitored entry, lighting, outdoor grills and a roof deck. Parking can be available—either included with some listings or offered separately—and valet/garage options have been noted. Pet policy is restrictive in many units with dogs allowed primarily as service animals; the property is investor-friendly with occasional in-place leases. Located on tree-lined Dearborn Street in the heart of the Gold Coast, the building sits steps from Oak Street Beach, the Magnificent Mile, transit, parks, restaurants and retail, supporting an active, walkable urban lifestyle.