$8,900,000

beds

baths

half bath

7,880

square ft

159 E Walton Place #PH

Chicago, Illinois 60611

Active / MLS #11954424 / Condo / Near North Side

Listing information updated 8/21/2025 at 1:23pm

Own the pinnacle of Chicago elegance in this 7880 sq ft duplex penthouse, formerly home to Vince Vaughn and the original headquarters of Hugh Hefner's Playboy enterprise. The Palmolive Building is a true Art Deco icon- its historic beacon once lit the skies to guide pilots to Midway Airport and today it shines as one of the most distinguished addresses in the city. This two-story residence is the ultimate blend of heritage and sophistication. the upper level features soaring 14-foot ceilings, timeless wood paneling in the original executive office, now reimagined as a show stopping primary suite with a lavish bathroom, an office, game. room and extensive storage. Downstairs you'll find a massive chef's kitchen, perfect for entertaining, along with formal living and dining rooms and a guest suite with its own bath. A custom temperature-controlled wine room ,part of a meticulous multi-million dollar renovation ,elevates this already extraordinary home. Enjoy three private terraces , a private elevator, two garage spaces , and the impeccable attention of a building staff renowned for best -in-class service. Qualified buyers only please.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Marble/Granite,Limestone

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Heated Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

7,880

Pet Information:

Cats OK, Dogs OK

Internal Features:

Wet Bar, Theatre Room

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

28x15 - Main

Dining Room:

27x15 - Main

Kitchen:

42x17 - Main

Family Room:

27x15 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

33x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

19x16 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x11 - Main

4th Bedroom:

16x13 - Main

Media Room:

15x12 - Main Level

Breakfast Room:

15x11 - Main Level

Office:

33x8 - Second Level

Sitting Room:

14x14 - Second Level

Walk In Closet:

13x16 - Second Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$129,586

Tax Year:

2023

Assessments:

$14,119 / month

Location

Zip Code:

60611

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Wells Community Academy Senior H

Exterior Type:

Marble/Granite,Limestone

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Appliances:

Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Heated Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

7,880

Pet Information:

Cats OK, Dogs OK

Internal Features:

Wet Bar, Theatre Room

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

28x15 - Main

Dining Room:

27x15 - Main

Kitchen:

42x17 - Main

Family Room:

27x15 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

33x15 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

19x16 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

14x11 - Main

4th Bedroom:

16x13 - Main

Media Room:

15x12 - Main Level

Breakfast Room:

15x11 - Main Level

Office:

33x8 - Second Level

Sitting Room:

14x14 - Second Level

Walk In Closet:

13x16 - Second Level

Tax Amount:

$129,586

Tax Year:

2023

Assessments:

$14,119 / month

Zip Code:

60611

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Wells Community Academy Senior H

Listing Office: Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Listing Office Phone: 312.751.0300

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