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Experience both sunrise and sunset from this two-bedroom, one-bath residence in the iconic Promontory Apartments. With exposures to both the east and west, the home enjoys gorgeous lake views from the living room and main bedroom, with urban vistas from the kitchen and second bedroom. Designed by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe, The Promontory was his first Chicago high-rise and is proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This thoughtfully updated home features a newer kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher, and generous cabinet space. Wall-mounted air conditioning units are installed in every room, and abundant closet space adds to the home's everyday comfort. Monthly assessments include property taxes, heat, air conditioning, electricity, water, cable, and internet-offering exceptional value and worry-free living. Residents enjoy an impressive array of amenities, including 24-hour door staff, on-site management and engineering staff, bike storage, laundry facilities, a community herb and vegetable garden with picnic and grilling area, and a spectacular rooftop solarium with breathtaking panoramic lake views. The cooperative is professionally managed with a well-run board and strong reserves. Perfectly located just steps from Lake Michigan, the beach, the Museum of Science and Industry, and Promontory Point, the building is also moments from the University of Chicago and all of Hyde Park's shopping, dining, and neighborhood amenities. Easy access to Lake Shore Drive, Metra, and CTA makes commuting a breeze. Reserved parking currently has a waitlist, with convenient monthly permit parking available in the city-owned lot directly across the street. An opportunity to own a home in one of Chicago's most significant architectural landmarks while enjoying extraordinary views, exceptional amenities, and the very best of Hyde Park living. Welcome home!

Source: MRED, MLS#: 12653112

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History

Date Event Value Agent
6/29/2026Source: MRED Status Change
Active
6/22/2026Source: MRED Added to Database
June 22, 2026
6/20/2022Source: MRED Added to Database
January 27, 2022