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$5,500,000

180 PEARSON Street, Chicago, IL 60611
5 Beds6 Baths0 sqft12 days
180 PEARSON Street·Chicago, IL 60611
5Bedrooms
6Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1975Year Built
About This Home

Introducing the most spectacular 6200 square foot combination home at The Water Tower Residences. Experience refined single-family living in the sky at Chicago's premier luxury address. This extraordinary 5-bedroom (optional 6-bedroom), 5.1-bathroom home commands the building's most coveted eastern exposure, spanning both the northeast and southeast corners. The result: breathtaking, unobstructed panoramic views of Lake Michigan and the magnificent Chicago skyline, stretching north to the North Shore.A meticulous, full-scale renovation by Kara Mann Interiors delivers sophisticated modern living with impeccable craftsmanship and timeless design throughout. Discover a wealth of high-end finishes, including custom cabinetry, appliances, wide plank white oak flooring, motorized shades, and chic designer touches. The gracious entry foyer immediately frames sweeping lake views while offering a spacious walk-in coat closet and seamless access to the home's elegant entertaining areas. Four distinct entertaining spaces create unparalleled versatility: formal living room with wet bar, breakfast room overlooking the lake, a formal dining room and an expansive family/great room. Each space is adorned with chic paneling, designer lighting, and iconic views to the north, south, and east-perfect for enjoying fireworks, skyline vistas, and shimmering lakefront scenery. The crisp white kitchen is outfitted with custom cabinetry, glass front uppers lined with walnut interiors, Dual Wolf ovens, Induction cooktop, Asko dishwasher and SubZero refriergator. Off the kitchen are two generous walk in pantries with additional storage and full height Sub Zero. The kitchen flows effortlessly into the dining and entertaining areas, all oriented toward the lake. Just past the family room, along the southern corridor of the home is the private bedroom wing. The "his office" or optional 6th bedroom houses a wet bar, rich wood designer built ins and a powder room with an elegant floating marble vanity. The second bedroom is outfitted with wall coverings, a natural stone bath, spacious closet and motorized shades with iconic views of the lake, Navy Pier and skyline. The primary suite is an absolute sanctuary with generous sleeping quarters, two boutique caliber walk in closets, linen closet, the "hers" office that can be completely closed off with bespoke glass sliding doors and a spa like primary bath. The bathroom boasts a large custom vanity, chic lighting, heated floors and a gorgeous walk in shower with body sprays. A generous mudroom and full laundry room complete this wing, enhancing the home's effortless functionality. Along the north elevation, three additional guest suites enjoy sweeping vistas up Lake Shore Drive. Bedroom 4 is outfitted as a gym with a wet bar, full bathroom and closet. Bedroom 5 is a charming but spacious en suite nursery. An additional bedroom provides a secondary primary option with a spacious walk in closet and gorgeous marble bathroom with dual vanities, heated floors, a walk in shower and jacuzzi tub. Residents enjoy access to the full suite of amenities associated with the The Ritz-Carlton Chicago, including: a dedicated residential staff, 24 hour concierge, room service and access to the Carlton Club with an opulent Spa & fitness center, Indoor pool and multiple heated on-site parking options. The Ritz Carlton hotel amenities and the hallways of this iconic property have also undergone a recent 5 star renovation adding to an elevated living experience. This home offers the rare combination of expansive single-family scale, meticulous designer renovation, and resort-style luxury-all high above Chicago's iconic lakefront.

MLS# 12580787Listed March 16, 2026ResidentialSubdivision: Water Tower Residences
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms6
Full Baths5
Half Baths1
Total Rooms12

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Stories72
Garage Spaces1
Year Built1975
Lot SizeCOMMON

Location

CountyCook
TownshipNorth Chicago
SubdivisionWater Tower Residences
Zip Code60611

Financial

List Price$5,500,000
Annual Taxes (2024)$60,043
Monthly Tax Est.$5,004
Parcel #17032260651032
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenRangeDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalHumidifier

Heating

ElectricRadiantZoned

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

None

Laundry

Washer HookupIn UnitLaundry ClosetSink
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Marble/Granite
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Parking

Heated GarageYesLeasedAttachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$4,705
Monthly

HOA Includes

Air ConditioningWaterInsuranceDoormanTV/CableExterior MaintenanceScavengerSnow RemovalInternet

Association Amenities

Bike Room/Bike TrailsDoor PersonElevator in ResidenceStorageHealth ClubOn Site Manager/EngineerSundeckIndoor PoolReceiving RoomRestaurantSaunaService Elevator(s)Steam RoomValet/CleanerSpa/Hot TubBusiness CenterLaundryElevator(s)Security
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$60,043
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$5,004
per month
Property Location

180 PEARSON Street, Chicago, IL 60611 — Cook County

$5,500,000
180 PEARSON Street
5 bd6 ba0 sqft
VL
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
12 days on market
1-car garage
COMMON
$60,043/yr taxes
$4,705 HOA (monthly)
$38,613
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$28,905/mo
Property Tax
$5,004/mo
HOA
$4,705/mo
$5,500,000
20% — $1,100,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$4,400,000
Down Payment
$1,100,000

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Compass
Agent: Kathleen Malone
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