$6,650,000
SOLD MAR 11, 2025
6 Beds
8 Baths
9,700 Sq Ft
3,707 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$686 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

175 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Lincoln Park High School Rated A
  • Heated Floors
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of March 2025

Exquisite and historic, 1521 N. State Parkway is a rare, prized property on one of Chicago's most coveted blocks known for its magnificent residences. Built in 1894 this George Maher home stands apart for its Beaux-Art style, limestone facade, masterfully landscaped rooftop terrace as well as its one-of-a-kind iron front door. Designed for luxurious living and the highest caliber entertaining, this five story, six bedroom residence was recently gut renovated by Hewitt Horn giving the home a clean, contemporary flare that sprawls over 9,700 square feet and features incredible outdoor spaces. A storied home that has played host to luminaries from all industries, this once-in-a-lifetime offering awaits the most discerning buyer. Entering the home through the stately doors, you are greeted by a regal, formal gallery surrounded by custom-paneling that sets the tone for the rest of this majestic home. The expansive main level is graced with rift and quarter sawn parquet flooring, soaring 12' ceilings and white walls that are a canvas for your art collection. The main living room and sitting area are focused on gracious living and the marble fireplace serves as a focal point as you enjoy the view from the floor to ceiling French doors overlooking State Parkway. Off this room is the formal dining room that is also perfect for the homeowner who lives to entertain. A chef's dream best describes the fabulous eat-in kitchen with its large center island, gorgeous marble countertops and top-of-the-line appliances - French doors off the kitchen leads you out to a quaint terrace. The sweeping grand staircase ushers you up to the second floor where you will find three ensuite bedrooms all with exceptional millwork and sumptuous details. The west bedroom is set as a library with a marble fireplace surrounded by built-in cabinetry and ornate crown moldings. This Versailles-inspired room features several windows with tree top views. The third floor features a jaw dropping primary suite with vaulted ceilings and graced by a meticulously detailed fireplace. An ensuite bathroom clad in white marble boasts a double sink, oversized soaking tub, separate steam shower, and separate water closet. Not to be missed, the primary closet is a dream. Across the floor, a bold office swathed in wallcoverings sits next to an oversized lounge/den space. The top floor is your entertaining level - You are greeted to this sunny fourth level by a skylight and a spacious, warm family room with stone fireplace and French doors that lead you to one of Chicago's best terraces. This beautifully landscaped terrace offers a built-in grill, outdoor fireplace, lighting, irrigation, and the perfect city views - this outdoor space is truly a showstopper. On this level you will also find a small kitchen making entertaining a breeze, a generous bedroom and full bathroom. The lower level is just as appealing with a large game room, a 2nd laundry room, ensuite bedroom and extra storage. This incredible home offers a 1 car garage and a gated 1 parking pad. Perfectly poised in the Gold Coast, the block of North State Parkway is home to some of the most beautiful homes in Chicago. With the park and lake at your doorstep, and world-class restaurants, and chic Oak Street shopping nearby, this is iconic Gold Coast living at its peak. 1521 N. State Parkway represents a life of luxury and is ready for you to move right in and enjoy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carrie McCormick

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Last Buyer's Agent

Carrie McCormick

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $77,967

Year Built

  • Built in 1894 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • 3,707 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 28.5 x 130

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off Alley Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Greystone Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 9,700 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Built-In Features
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Gallery

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Heated Floors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Dual Sinks
  • Soaking Tub
  • Steam Shower
  • Shower Body Spray
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in multiple locations
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Finished Basement

  • English Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Outdoor Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Ogden Elementary
  • Lincoln Park High School

Utilities

  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$77,967

Year Built

Built in 1894 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 4+ Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Greystone
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 4+ Stories
  • Year Built: 1894
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Basement: Full, English
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 9700
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Intercom, CO Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Library, Gallery, Terrace, Deck, Bedroom 6, Recreation Room, Media Room, Den, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck, Outdoor Grill
  • List Price: 7290000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Limestone

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • ParkingTotal: 2
  • Driveway: Off Alley
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Carport
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air, Space Pac
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s), Zoned
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Multiple Locations, Sink
  • Water Source: Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • High School: Lincoln Park High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Ogden Elementary
  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0851
  • Lot Dimensions: 28.5 X 130
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 77967.08
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Sold $6,650,000 -8.8% $686 / Sq Ft
01/10/2025 01/10/25 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2024 07/18/24 For Sale $7,290,000 -- $752 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $85,848 $525,415 $115,040 $410,375
2023 $85,848 $503,445 $92,625 $410,820
2022 $85,848 $423,540 $44,460 $379,080
2021 $77,967 $391,051 $44,460 $346,591
2020 $79,186 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2019 $71,351 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2018 $70,150 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2017 $76,461 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2016 $71,816 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2015 $65,705 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2014 $66,527 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
2013 $65,214 $358,563 $44,460 $314,103
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $6,650,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,481,800 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $2,625,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $6,650,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Executors Deed $4,625,000 Ctic
Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12114650

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-03-100-003-0000