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Townhouse for sale at 1540 N Lake Shore Dr #8N, Chicago, IL 60610 | MLS# 12735064 | Listing updated on 2026-10-04
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$2,850,000

Monthly Est:$14,185

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1540 N Lake Shore Dr #8N, Chicago, IL 60610

$14,185/moEst:

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  • Townhouse

  • Built in 1926

  • $5,981/mo HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $695/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to the iconic 1540 N Lake Shore Drive building impeccably located facing Lake Michigan at North Avenue Beach and adjacent to Lincoln Park. A perfect balance of incredible new luxury finishes and restored original details - every inch of this home has been thoughtfully reimagined, redesigned, and restored in 2023. Upon entering the gracious lobby, full time staff will escort you to your semi-private elevator. Arriving at the grand foyer, you will note the amazing detail from white oak flooring with nickel inlays, to the gorgeous upholstered walls in the family room, and the designer powder bath with hand-painted wallpaper and a marble vanity. You will delight in the level of craftsmanship and thoughtful detail! Perfect for entertaining, this home features expansive open living and dining areas with incredible floor to ceiling views of the lake and a cozy natural fireplace, or relax in the spacious family/media room with dry bar, Subzero fridge drawers, upholstered walls with brass inlays. Gourmands will delight in the culinary kitchen with adjacent cozy breakfast room and incomparable fittings and finishes including Gaggenau appliances (including a steam oven and wine fridges) and Eggersmann cabinets. The primary suite will be your sanctuary with lovely views of the Cardinal's mansion and features private sitting area, his and hers closets and dressing rooms and the en-suite of your dreams with heated onyx floors, Japanese soaking tub, lake view and Swiss shower lavatory. The hotel-like guest suite overlooks Navy Pier and has private en-suite bath and sitting area. The current configuration is a 2 bedroom with an large WIC + den, which could be converted to a 3rd bedroom. 2 generous storage rooms included in basement. Come and see it for yourself!

  • Houzeo last checked: 1 hour ago
  • Listing updated: October 4, 2026 at 6:53 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Carrie McCormick (312) 961-4612 , Curtis Rose DRE #475170411 | @properties Christie's International Real Estate (773) 472-0200
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12735064 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active Under Contract

  • Type

    Townhouse

  • No. of Stories

    16

  • County

    Cook County

  • City

    Chicago

  • Neighborhood

    Gold Coast

  • Year Built

    1926

  • HOA Fees

    $5981/mo

  • Finished Area

    4,100 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12735064

  • MLS Status

    Contingent

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Location

HOA Management

N/A

HOA Fees

$5,981/ Monthly

Amenities

Amenities and services may be covered by one or multiple associations and service providers.

Water Water

Heating Heating

Insurance Insurance

Receiving Room Receiving Room

Storage Storage

Snow Removal Snow Removal

Health Club Health Club

Security Guard Security Guard

Internet Internet

Scavenger Scavenger

Exercise Facilities Exercise Facilities

On Site Manager/Engineer On Site Manager/Engineer

Exterior Maintenance Exterior Maintenance

TV/Cable TV/Cable

Disclaimer: Amenities are based on third-party information and may vary; buyers must independently verify all amenities, as information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 3

  • Breakfast Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 108.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X9

  • Foyer

    Level: Main

    Area: 196.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 28X7

  • Office

    Level: Main

    Area: 84.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 7X12

  • Walk In Closet

    Level: Main

    Area: 143.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X13

  • Pantry

    Level: Main

    Area: 81.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9X9

  • Walk In Closet

    Level: Main

    Area: 104.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 8X13

  • Gallery

    Level: Main

    Area: 72.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 4X18

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 240.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 16X15

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 308.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 22X14

  • Family Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 529.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 23X23

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 238.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14X17

  • Laundry

    Level: Main

    Area: 30.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 5X6

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 558.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 18X31

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 336.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14X24

Interior

  • Window Features

    Drapes

  • Heating

    Steam, Radiator(s)

  • Flooring

    Wood

  • Interior Features

    Dry Bar, Wet Bar, Storage, Built In Features, Walk In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Special Millwork, Doorman, Lobby, Separate Dining Room, Pantry

  • Appliances

    Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Water Purifier, Water Purifier Owned, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Zoned

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1926

  • Home type

    Townhouse

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    Circular Driveway, Off Site, Leased, Detached, Garage

  • Fireplace Features

    Wood Burning, Gas Log

  • Water Source

    Lake Michigan

  • Basement

    None

  • Laundry Features

    Washer Hookup, In Unit

  • Association Amenities

    Door Person, Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/engineer, Receiving Room

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Landscaped

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/04/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12735064

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$2,850,000 -4.84%

$695/sqft

08/17/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12689371

Listing Removed

$2,995,000

$730/sqft

06/26/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12689371

Listed for Sale

$2,995,000

$730/sqft

04/24/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12589266

Price Decreased

$2,995,000 -3.23%

$730/sqft

03/11/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12265710

Listing Removed

$3,095,000

$755/sqft

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