another fun fact about the stairs, is that they were all built to go up clockwise, so that the right-handed invaders would be at a disadvantage, whereas the defenders would fight "down" and be way more comfortable :D
The fact that this is "only" 8.5 million is kinda blowing my mind right now. There must be a TON of additional costs that go into upkeep of a place like this.
@@AG-en5y -- Anyone who bought this unit could afford to pay for a driver, or even a helicopter that could land or depart at a nearby newer building. And I am sure part of the price of the home is parking below. Such a person could also afford their own in-house maid and butler. That's what the domestic help quarters are for. And this unit has 3 bedrooms for domestic help already built in as part of the price.
When you are on the “lawn” it looks like you’re on a Greek Island overlooking the Mediterranean. Stunning. Love that they haven’t ugly-modernized the space.
Finally some multi million dollar mansion that isn't soulless. Hate the constant need to make the interiors look bland, minimalist and modern. This house is beautiful.
This is just a random pastiche of typical old money parafernalia. There is nothing objectively better about this style. Its just that their predictable signifiers of luxury are in sync with your own.
@@buzinaocara That's generally what someone means when they say they like something. As for your statement of nothing being better about this style... you're dead wrong. The expression of "they don't build them like they used to" quite literally applies. Modern construction methods are not as durable nor display craftsmanship like pieces from earlier periods.
Im imagining snowy Chicago winters and building a snowman on your lawn and hanging Christmas lights out there. What a trip of a home. My vision glitches a little seeing that lawn so high up its like my brain cannot make sense of it
@@jakeb8856exactly.. id like to know who this was originally built for.. and this was just a City Apartment for business while in the city.. if those walls could talk
Im a Chicagoan and its the most Beautiful city. The Architechture, Museums, Art Institute, Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Theatres are mind blowing. ❤ The Neighborhoods have individual charm.
@@utahdan231 Not really hahaha I don't have many multiples of hundreds of murders a year in my city only three hours away. While I truly love Chicago, *most* of the nice parts are kept nice, but you cannot deny if you are a regular visitor to any areas of the city that homeless encampments and crime is more than what it used to be. I travel to Chicago twice a month for work. I also grew up going there more than that. Sorry, but it's not what it used be, and other cities aren't following the same trends. Burying your head in the sand and acting like the crime and homelessness doesn't exist doesn't help those problems get solved and the people they horribly, and unfortunately effect.
brooo I was thinking like where are the roots? how are they maintained? what sort of steal is holding them from breaking through and destroying the building. And imagine in the wind... crazy
I live just 2 miles away from this! Chicago is so full of rich historic apartments and houses, you can walk around all day and see such unique pieces of history, its special
@@erikvanconover As wesleyb1458 implied, Winter is a whole different world. It would be interesting for you to return to this property in January, those outside spaces would be inhospitable as they are beautiful.
@@HenryJuhala I dunno, 200 feet of altitude right on the South end of Lake Michigan, I'm gonna say the Winter wind would be semi Arctic on those terraces.
I have watched a lot of tours of even $100M homes and nothing has impressed me like this one! I absolutely love, love, love, old world style homes. What I would give to have the money for this home. 😢
Better have enough for two homes because Chicago winters on Lake Michigan is something to avoid. A bonfire on the patio would be appropriate if inadequate.
Hands down my favorite apartment / penthouse / house I have seen. Definitely prefer that older style over any other. That has to be the best place to live on Earth😊
Definitely my favorite home that you have toured. The views, the lawn, the gallery hall.....all absolutely amazing! I actually like the sort of rambling layout of intimate spaces. I've grown tired of the open floor plans you see so often these days. I really need to work harder, I would buy this place in a second if I could.
Most DEFINITELY the HISTORICAL wins hands down ! Thank you so much for showing of this rare beauty ! She hasn't lost anything with age , she has only gained an even more beautiful glow ! ❤
This charming and undervalued masterpiece villa was designed and built during the Great Gatsby era in America’s stunning, “Second City.” My parents and my partner are from Chicago, so I’ve a soft spot in my heart for Chicago. I’m in California, born and raised, and you can still get a really nice abode in the $10M range, but nothing with the amazing view, fine woodworking and craftsmanship that this gem-in-sky offers! Thank you, Erik! 😊 plus its proximity to world-class amenities available with this historic gem in the sky 💚
There's a huge, elegant old apartment for sale for $7 Million in San Francisco that has sat on the market for two years now, with a monthly HOA of $8,000 just like this Chicago place, that is as beautiful, and there are many gorgeous old Spanish-style casas in the Los Feliz and Hollywood Hills neighborhoods of Los Angeles that can be had for $4 M - $8 M. Every city where there was extensive high-end development in the 1920s has many gorgeous old homes and apartments full of character. It was a fabulous decade for buildings.
@@chicagonorthcoast I was impressed with SF and LA 1920s built homes. Even the small bungalows in LA were charming. Only thing i worry about is possible earthquake damage. Jajajajaa
Combining nature with human ingenuity in a space built for living is beautiful. Being that high in the sky, yet having a somewhat normal front yard is just amazing. Im always in awe of what we humans have created when I'm in Chicago.
I live in Chicago. This beautiful penthouse went on the market in 2020 for $24.5 million. I hadn’t followed it since. It’s a steal for $8.5. Sure wish I had the means…this truly is one in a million. Property taxes each year are almost $81,000.
@@terryz935 , Yes. the building is a cooperative, so is taxed as a rental building. That's one of things I don't like about the cooperative ownership arrangement. You don't get your homeowner's or senior exemption because you own shares in the building and pay rent to the association. I like condo ownership much better.
@@terryz935 Agree- coops have been very unpopular since the condominium ownership arrangement was devised in the 60s. Most of all, though, high end vintage apartments like this one have become less popular as many super-luxury buildings in the major cities have gone up in recent years, especially in NYC and Chicago. It's hard for buildings with sky-high maintenance costs due to age, with many needing major capital improvements, to compete with glossy new super-luxury towers like the St Regis or 451 E Grand with their spectacular apartments and luxurious communal amenities that most pre-war buildings lack, like indoor and outdoor pools, gyms, spas, theaters, and the freedom from worry about replacing major mechanical elements for at least a few decades out.
@@chicagonorthcoast Agree. The thing this property has going for it IS the lawn terrace. However, the penthouse at the Park Hyatt does have a roof-top deck. Minus a lawn though :(
Agree! Impressive artistic features. I also found myself trying to determine which balcony would be the safest for my big dogs. I'd rather live in a home that I can just open the door for them. Priorities, huh? ❤
So well put, dr.burgummerfan! Well put! And clever thief with no social conscience could afford a place like this, but who could design one? And the craftsman themselves are to be lauded for the beauty of their work.
Great tour! But a small suggestion, maybe take an architectural history course, online or in person. Noticing a trend of using the wrong terms to refer to certain details and styles. 😊
He's a top-tier Real estate salesman. Yeah he could do that, but you're only as good as your last deal. Part of the nature of the business. Yes I'm a retired salesman myself. 😊
Stunning penthouse. One of the bests I've ever seen. So much history and yes, it looks like it belongs somewhere else than in the middle of the US. I would never expect anything like that in Chicago.
@@georgehenan853 I understand and I have to admit that I've never been to Chicago. It's just the Penthouse looks like it's somewhere else. I have to admit that I've never visited Chicago and now I have to. Looks gorgeous.
Absolutely one of the most unique and stunning homes I have ever seen. I am so glad that much of the original charm and details of this home have been preserved.
@@hby7768Exactly... 10 million more dollars and two cranes. gut the bathrooms, open the interior spaces, floor to ceiling smart glass or just high R windows... a greenhouse and solar panels with water catchment. Let more light in while saving the beautiful finishes as much as possible.
Oh my it’s absolutely a piece of art! How absolutely amazing! The original tile in the bathroom! Limestone staircase! The architecture is just out of this world! The view of Lake Michigan! Wow! From Illinois ….this is just a diamond and if I had the money Thank you for the tour
Most people who have never been to Chicago don't realize that Lake Michigan is an inland ocean. It takes 6 hours to drive to Escanaba, MI, and that's just most of the western shore.
@@georgehenan853 Or, they're not so provincial and don't think that Chicago or the USA are the center of the universe. Most people don't know that Poland borders Russia, either. Even in the video, Erik says it's his first visit to Chicago and he had no idea Lake Michigan looked so 'tropical', i.e. blue-green. Guess he's an idiot, eh?
My Palm Springs home is modern, flat and sprawling. Having gone university and grad school in Chicago, I appreciate the charms of century old architectural styles. This is a home of great quality.
I love everything about it. The style, the designs, the level of detail. The outdoor spaces. Imagine the amount of fun your friends and family can have outdoors in the summers. The magnificent views of the City Skyscrapers (was that black building Sears Tower in the distance?). Brilliant clear views of lake Michigan. The owners should be proud. Definitely the best Penthouse I've ever seen. Excellent property.
Im from Chicago….and I love the fact that people think its a dirty run down place……keeps people away and prices low. We just giggle to ourselves and enjoy. I live in NYC now, when my friends go there thay are SHOCKED! 😂
Very cheap compared to even cities that are much smaller. Taxes are lower than many other places too (people that complain about them online are usually from the burbs with higher property taxes, and they don't include municipal assessments, fees, etc). We get a good ROI on taxes as well. We have reliable power, streets are plowed, and good transit for the US.
Magnificent detail and quality. The bathrooms are all spectacular, my style. The layout is very complex and labyrinthian. You are either a person that like or not, it’s appealing . The outside space is glorious. I would love working on the gardens. Roses, clematis, Korean snowballs, fragrant flowering hosta plants. When you have a lot of free time, garden is a real joy. As Chicago is quite cold in the winter, you have to adapt ur garden. . Travelling after January 15 warmer places.
this is the best, most stunning penthouse i've ever seen and i've watched just about every video presentation on yt from the past 3 years showcasing the most expensive penthouses in nyc and abroad... to me it has more of an italian villa than a french chateau vibe but i'm not an expert on architecture style... the amount of outdoor space is unreal, you could make one entire southern exposed terrace into a greenhouse for your own veggies and even lemons and plant 4-5 semi dwarf fruit trees on that stunning main patio with grass, plant 2-3 grapevines along the secondary balcony with an added trellis roof, some raspberry, blueberry bushes along the balustrade and in place of those heart shaped bushes flanking the fountain add a beehive and you have a source of vitamins without having to go shopping haha... one could also likely convert one of those 5+ outdoor terraces to put in a small swimming pool... and that vaulted hallway that opens up to the main terrace blew my mind, the side main room with the gothic vibed fireplace and spiral staircase gallery also looks very cool to me... as does the open dining terrace, dining room and several other rooms... this imo beats any modern city dwelling at any price and many of the handcrafted details are really mind blowing in a high rise building... some might find it gaudy or pretensious, i like it... the only factor against it is that it's in the windy city unless that's where one is looking to live... if this was in manhattan the price would be multiplied by 3 AND with an added zero...
I'm thinking about the incredible amount of weight this chateau adds to the entire structure. This must have been a huge engineering consideration during the planning of the entire high rise.
Buildings this old sometimes develop structural issues, especially being close to water. It's a testament to the architects, builders, and craftsmen to see this structure holding up so well almost 100 years later. With regular inspections and maintenance, I trust it will be around for generations to come.
Of course, it was engineered as part of the building. It's not adding any more weight than the full floors of the building. These 1920s high-rise buildings are among the most stable and rugged buildings ever built.
@@Gitn2it The high rises built in the 1920s almost never have structural issues. They are some of the best-engineered and best-built buildings ever. They DO often need major repairs and replacements, like elevators, boilers, wiring, and plumbing, but most good buildings have repaired or replaced these things a few times since these places were constructed 100 years ago. The prospective buyer should of course do all the appropriate due diligence to make sure that any issues or upcoming major repair/replacements are fully disclosed.
Erik always finds positive things to say with great enthusiasm about the places he tours on UA-cam, but I think this place was jaw-dropping even for Erik from New York.
I appreciated the whole tour and side on the luxurious view of the mesmerizing water, I also appreciated how the update to the kitchen remained toned down and muted to match the running vibe.👏👏👏
I live in a pre-war home. It's small but I love it. It has character, the amount of storage, the crafstmanship and the old growth timbers. I like that its quirkiness absorbs, begs for color, texture, print and variety in both the exterior and interior design. But it is expensive to maintain -the amount of trim inside and out that has to be painted is a lot, and there are very few tradesmen today who want to work on houses like this. We've had to have custom moldings milled, and new windows milled to match the old ones. A paint job is a painstaking task and there's a step by step process to it, that few have time or patience for. So it's a constant search for tradesmen, as well as balancing on how to do upgrades, while trying to keep the character. One thing for sure -you have to be able to do some of the work yourself. Either you'll learn, or you'l hire it out. So you end up learning and doing and loving it as well! But I also love contemporary homes, the open spaces and the clean bold lines. I'd like to live in one someday. As far as millennial grey -it's overdone, I associate it with cheap flippers now that its time has passed.
A lot of UA-cam tour channels are scared to come to Chicago because of the stereotypes that the media gives out about the violence, but I’m so proud that Eric is not his second video on my hometown of Chicago I always tell people it is not the people it is the politicians that destroy a city is absolutely beautiful, especially the downtown it reminds me of of New York the shopping district, the restaurants the plays the nightlife the festivals, the movies that are filmed in Chicago so stop believing everything you see in the see Because the media never talks about the positive they want to stay stuck on the negative of a city so you don’t wanna live there. No people have to start voting for better period .
@@erikvanconover hopefully you had a chance to enjoy a play go to a restaurant see or go to a museum while you were in Chicago. If not come back and be a tourist of downtown you’ll love it.
I hope you are able to make it to the airport without being shot. I live in the this city. There is no punishment for crimes. Just second chances to protect equality.
Stereotypes of crime? It's not a stereotype, there is a lot of crime. There is also very lax punishment for said crimes so they keep happening. I do agree, people need to vote out pretty much everyone who's been there the past decade and start new because it's those morons who have driven the city into the ground.
I actually really like this gentleman's presentation style, he has knowledge about the places but not rehearsed or scripted so it feels more genuine. It made the tour feel more relatable
It’s a beautiful place, but I definitely prefer something more modern with a brighter, lighter aesthetic. However, it would be great fun to rent out for a weekend. I would hope whoever buys it will keep it all original. I love that you were surprised by how nice Chicago actually is along the lake. I live along the lake in the northern burbs, and I love it.
That view ❤❤❤ You can't beat old fashioned traditional buildings, they have so much more character and welcoming than a modern flat/house. Modern flats have no character that have no history or stories, granted they are beautiful and more energy efficient but they will never beat old traditional homes
Modern homes are only modern for so long, then they become totally out of date, while places like this with all the ornaments and details everywhere is timeless and never has to be changed ever again. I sure would go with old homes with a soul, any day.
As someone who has lived in a highrise I can tell you that traffic noise is not loud up there, certainly not when there are no buildings in front of you to echo from. But no, you certainly wouldn't hear the sound of the water.
Artisans travelled to achieve their apprenticeship, then traveled to live on site to work. They don't exists anymore, NotreDame has dorms next the rebuild to do just that, retrain 15th century skills.
Ive been in a 2 story apt/home in this building back in the 80s several times. The rooms are virtually soundproof it is so well built. The best Chicago has to offer.
Erik, I've always liked your videos. This is one of the best properties you've shown. I'll take old with charm over boring new any day. Keep up the great work.
I agree with you, until you start considering the various upgrades and repair that would need to be done even just to keep it to original standard. You would need specialty artisans and Craftsman that know how to work this era of materials. And I imagine working at the top of a skyscraper building like this would be an additional difficulty
I was born and raised near Chicago. People who aren’t from this area don’t realize just how vast and beautiful Lake Michigan actually is. The city itself with the gorgeous Lake Shore Drive make Chicago one of the most beautiful cities in the USA. Unfortunately, the crime and local government who run the city have into the ground give Chicago a bad and undesirable reputation. Thank you for showing this AMAZING property with the incredible design and architecture that Chicago should be known for! The views of the lake are just incredible! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
If only the South Shore area was a lot safer to live in? Ww painted a new school on 83rd and Lake Michigan. Across the street were Victorian homes, with everything intact although falling apart? Gotta admit I was jealous
GOD BLESS Daniel Burnham, who convinced the city fathers that the lakefront should forever be open to the PUBLIC. Can you imagine living in that hellhole without access to the lake? Or to even SEE the lake? Imagine all those high-rises built RIGHT ON THE WATER, depriving the poor of any relief whatsoever. It's a beautiful city, thanks to ol' DB. I remember the summer of '95, when the heat was consistently over 100. People were dying, dropping like flies. I had a buddy who rented reefer trailers and the Cook County coroner's office took a BUNCH of 'em, so they could store all the bodies. Mayor Daley (that crooked ol' bastard) decreed that the beaches would be kept open at night so we poor could swim. WE did, 11 o'clock at night, 12 a. m. and it was WONDERFUL. There were families, kids, folk all over, enjoying the cool relief of the water. Without Burnham's vision, it'd be just another "Hampton" for the rich to keep to themselves.
I have been waiting for this video after seeing the short. This is probably the best penthouse in the United States. The views the history, the design. It’s hard to think something so spectacular could cost 8500000. NYC is so grossly overpriced.
Prefer an old home with character over any new build every single time. Even the modern/minimalist homes I like are historic properties. There’s just something about the attention to detail and mastery of proportion and cohesiveness that the majority of architect and building firms just don’t understand or execute today. Great video!
I love my city. I love art. There is art EVERYWHERE in Chicago. One things I noticed in the buildings downtown, the bathrooms and some rooms were built smaller back in the day. I like this place and will be visiting. Thank you!
Hi Erik, I have just discovered your channel yesterday, by viewing the tour of the I believe 1 billion dollar property in Paris, which was spectacular! I personally prefer this property with its historic charm and design over a modern architecture. It is amazing that this property was built in 1920's, like you said the outdoor space alone is not something one can find today. Given the fact this property is truly unique in many ways, located in Chicago, with stunning views, I am surprised that is not listed at the higher price. Thank you for presenting us with the spectacular properties around the world!
Love all the historic details and hopefully it doesn’t get painted white /ruined. Maybe an updated kitchen (I would go dark green La Cornue) but I would leave everything else alone. It’s such a cool spot.
OMG! This is a fantastic home. I just flew back to L.A. from Guadalajara, Mexico. I have seen nice Homes and Penthouses there. They are nice but this Home is absolutely beautiful. Love the view of Lake Michigan.
The castle on the top floor is really special! I love its retro European style! Its layout is so complicated, I think I will get lost in it! Thanks a lot for sharing, really great job! 👍😄👏
This place is oozing charm and character. I just love the dark oak wood throughout the house. That view of Lake Michigan is beautiful. Chicago has some beautiful architecture. At 8 million 500 hundred is a great deal for this place.
After traveling all over the world, I still think Chicago is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The architecture is amazing in Chicago. This house- I can't believe it's only 8.5 million!! What I wouldn't do for that view every day. I wouldn't change a thing, except maybe a marble hottub outside, lol 😅 Imagine being in the hot tub while it was snowing all around you, and looking at ice on the lake!
I love seeing the old world craftsmanship in these homes. There is nothing they can build today that compares. I especially enjoy the woodworking, my Grandfather was a woodworker in Hollywood back in the 20’s and early 30’s and that sadly is a fact I didn’t know about him until after he passed away. They lived in California and we traveled all over, Dad was in the Air Force. I would have loved to have known him better and I’m sure he had some great stories.
Never knew this was off Lake Shore Drive. I love the old-school, untouched architecture. I wish we built with the quality and detail that we did from the 1600s through to the early 1900s. The barrel ceiling and coffer ceiling are amazing, the hand-painted walls and arched doors are all a dream! In my next life, I will. live in elegance like this! Please Keep showing the old-school royal untouched homes!
One of my favorite homes I have toured, comment below if you prefer OLD WORLD HOMES or millennial grey lol
Millennial grey 😂 not everything has to be white but this much brown made me itch 😂
Neither, a mix of new and old is best.
Is this a re-upload?
I prefer the older properties. They have more interesting, intricate features.
another fun fact about the stairs, is that they were all built to go up clockwise, so that the right-handed invaders would be at a disadvantage, whereas the defenders would fight "down" and be way more comfortable :D
The fact that this is "only" 8.5 million is kinda blowing my mind right now. There must be a TON of additional costs that go into upkeep of a place like this.
very high HOA and very high property tax.
@@AG-en5y -- Anyone who bought this unit could afford to pay for a driver, or even a helicopter that could land or depart at a nearby newer building. And I am sure part of the price of the home is parking below. Such a person could also afford their own in-house maid and butler. That's what the domestic help quarters are for. And this unit has 3 bedrooms for domestic help already built in as part of the price.
Probably because it's in Chicago the murder capital. I wouldn't ever leave this place.😂
This would be 50 million in NYC for sure.
Your boss got the lambo for all the pussy that comes with it.
When you are on the “lawn” it looks like you’re on a Greek Island overlooking the Mediterranean. Stunning. Love that they haven’t ugly-modernized the space.
Agreed! How gorgeous ❤ that view alone would convince me to buy it.
I'm sure the din of traffic and life on the street quickly dispels that illusion.
Finally some multi million dollar mansion that isn't soulless. Hate the constant need to make the interiors look bland, minimalist and modern. This house is beautiful.
Fully agree. So many properties shown are impressive but lack soul and real taste
This is just a random pastiche of typical old money parafernalia. There is nothing objectively better about this style. Its just that their predictable signifiers of luxury are in sync with your own.
@@buzinaocara That's generally what someone means when they say they like something. As for your statement of nothing being better about this style... you're dead wrong. The expression of "they don't build them like they used to" quite literally applies. Modern construction methods are not as durable nor display craftsmanship like pieces from earlier periods.
80M if in NYC
Art deco is OP
I’ve lived in Chicago my entire 33 year life. And didn’t even know this “home” existed. An incredible work of art.
Out of all of the cities I’ve been to in this world, Chicago never fails to impress me. My favorite city, hands down.
You would love Toronto it has a similar vibe.
Best looking city in the USA hands down, NYC doesn't even come close
Im imagining snowy Chicago winters and building a snowman on your lawn and hanging Christmas lights out there. What a trip of a home. My vision glitches a little seeing that lawn so high up its like my brain cannot make sense of it
Except, if you own this mansion, you spend your winters somewhere else…
@@jakeb8856 I would house sit for a reasonable stipend.
@@jakeb8856 haha no doubt
I always drive by these buildings on my drive home and every time I always stare up in fascination 😂. I’m gonna try to spot the one in this video
@@jakeb8856exactly.. id like to know who this was originally built for.. and this was just a City Apartment for business while in the city.. if those walls could talk
This is honestly one of the most beautiful things i’ve ever seen.
its literally slop when compared to similar homes of the era
I agree! It was moving seeing this piece of art almost untouched.
Old homes all day. Give me history and stories and comfort. And the quality of a well maintained older home cannot compare to new builds.
Im a Chicagoan and its the most Beautiful city. The Architechture, Museums, Art Institute, Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Theatres are mind blowing. ❤ The Neighborhoods have individual charm.
MY HOMETOWN... I MISS SO MUCH🥰
I’m a born and bred NYer and every time I’ve been to Chicago I feel like I’m truly cheating on NYC bc it’s so beautiful and I love it so much.
The murders, gangs, etc
@@ristube3319they are in distant part of city. The crime is like everywhere else.
@@utahdan231 Not really hahaha I don't have many multiples of hundreds of murders a year in my city only three hours away. While I truly love Chicago, *most* of the nice parts are kept nice, but you cannot deny if you are a regular visitor to any areas of the city that homeless encampments and crime is more than what it used to be. I travel to Chicago twice a month for work. I also grew up going there more than that. Sorry, but it's not what it used be, and other cities aren't following the same trends. Burying your head in the sand and acting like the crime and homelessness doesn't exist doesn't help those problems get solved and the people they horribly, and unfortunately effect.
The trees on the 'patio 'is a total trip. This outdoor space is like none I've ever seen. Absotively beautiful place in the clouds.
brooo I was thinking like where are the roots? how are they maintained? what sort of steal is holding them from breaking through and destroying the building. And imagine in the wind... crazy
I live just 2 miles away from this! Chicago is so full of rich historic apartments and houses, you can walk around all day and see such unique pieces of history, its special
LAKE MICHIGAN IS SO BLUE
@@erikvanconoverin winter it looks MUCH different 🥶
@@erikvanconover As wesleyb1458 implied, Winter is a whole different world.
It would be interesting for you to return to this property in January, those outside spaces would be inhospitable as they are beautiful.
@@hkguitar1984 It would be no different than a real yard in that area of the country. But a yard would never come with those views, even from inside.
@@HenryJuhala I dunno, 200 feet of altitude right on the South end of Lake Michigan, I'm gonna say the Winter wind would be semi Arctic on those terraces.
I have watched a lot of tours of even $100M homes and nothing has impressed me like this one! I absolutely love, love, love, old world style homes. What I would give to have the money for this home. 😢
after filming that chateau in Normandy Its very tough for me to appreciate a modern home
I love it too, but that freeway below would keep me from buying it (if I could afford it). I would go crazy from all that noise lol
Would you buy this home today if you could afford it? I love it but I'm asking myself the same question
@@siwsmith6406 That's Lake Shore Drive
Better have enough for two homes because Chicago winters on Lake Michigan is something to avoid. A bonfire on the patio would be appropriate if inadequate.
Hands down my favorite apartment / penthouse / house I have seen. Definitely prefer that older style over any other. That has to be the best place to live on Earth😊
Definitely my favorite home that you have toured. The views, the lawn, the gallery hall.....all absolutely amazing! I actually like the sort of rambling layout of intimate spaces. I've grown tired of the open floor plans you see so often these days. I really need to work harder, I would buy this place in a second if I could.
Most DEFINITELY the HISTORICAL wins hands down ! Thank you so much for showing of this rare beauty ! She hasn't lost anything with age , she has only gained an even more beautiful glow ! ❤
I agree I love it when people do not destroy the beauty of these places! This place is just EPIC!!!
Old homes like this all day every day. There's just so much more character in them, and quirky/interesting things.
This charming and undervalued masterpiece villa was designed and built during the Great Gatsby era in America’s stunning, “Second City.” My parents and my partner are from Chicago, so I’ve a soft spot in my heart for Chicago. I’m in California, born and raised, and you can still get a really nice abode in the $10M range, but nothing with the amazing view, fine woodworking and craftsmanship that this gem-in-sky offers!
Thank you, Erik! 😊
plus its proximity to world-class amenities available with this historic gem in the sky 💚
Wirklich ein tolles Haus nur leider ist es draußen richtig laut 😢 ist dann doch ein großer minus Punkt.
There's a huge, elegant old apartment for sale for $7 Million in San Francisco that has sat on the market for two years now, with a monthly HOA of $8,000 just like this Chicago place, that is as beautiful, and there are many gorgeous old Spanish-style casas in the Los Feliz and Hollywood Hills neighborhoods of Los Angeles that can be had for $4 M - $8 M. Every city where there was extensive high-end development in the 1920s has many gorgeous old homes and apartments full of character. It was a fabulous decade for buildings.
@@chicagonorthcoast I was impressed with SF and LA 1920s built homes. Even the small bungalows in LA were charming. Only thing i worry about is possible earthquake damage. Jajajajaa
This is easily one of my favorite homes I’ve seen on youtube. The old world charm and luxury is the real deal, thank you for showing us around!
Combining nature with human ingenuity in a space built for living is beautiful. Being that high in the sky, yet having a somewhat normal front yard is just amazing. Im always in awe of what we humans have created when I'm in Chicago.
I live in Chicago. This beautiful penthouse went on the market in 2020 for $24.5 million. I hadn’t followed it since. It’s a steal for $8.5. Sure wish I had the means…this truly is one in a million. Property taxes each year are almost $81,000.
@@rbslammed6163 That's not for the space but for the entire building.
@@terryz935 , Yes. the building is a cooperative, so is taxed as a rental building. That's one of things I don't like about the cooperative ownership arrangement. You don't get your homeowner's or senior exemption because you own shares in the building and pay rent to the association. I like condo ownership much better.
@@chicagonorthcoast Being a co-op is one of the reasons, I think, that it hasn't sold in the last 522 days.
@@terryz935 Agree- coops have been very unpopular since the condominium ownership arrangement was devised in the 60s. Most of all, though, high end vintage apartments like this one have become less popular as many super-luxury buildings in the major cities have gone up in recent years, especially in NYC and Chicago. It's hard for buildings with sky-high maintenance costs due to age, with many needing major capital improvements, to compete with glossy new super-luxury towers like the St Regis or 451 E Grand with their spectacular apartments and luxurious communal amenities that most pre-war buildings lack, like indoor and outdoor pools, gyms, spas, theaters, and the freedom from worry about replacing major mechanical elements for at least a few decades out.
@@chicagonorthcoast Agree. The thing this property has going for it IS the lawn terrace. However, the penthouse at the Park Hyatt does have a roof-top deck. Minus a lawn though :(
That hallway was nuts. Love that they kept the older things like the safes and stuff.
even more impressive in person. I hope that hallway translated in the video. Very impressive.
I'm far more impressed with the designers and craftsmen who built this place than by anyone who would live in it.
Agree! Impressive artistic features. I also found myself trying to determine which balcony would be the safest for my big dogs. I'd rather live in a home that I can just open the door for them. Priorities, huh? ❤
So well put, dr.burgummerfan! Well put! And clever thief with no social conscience could afford a place like this, but who could design one? And the craftsman themselves are to be lauded for the beauty of their work.
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Great tour! But a small suggestion, maybe take an architectural history course, online or in person. Noticing a trend of using the wrong terms to refer to certain details and styles. 😊
He's a top-tier Real estate salesman. Yeah he could do that, but you're only as good as your last deal. Part of the nature of the business. Yes I'm a retired salesman myself. 😊
He appreciates the beautiful architecture. He doesn't just look at these gems as profitable .@@oreally8605
Stunning penthouse. One of the bests I've ever seen. So much history and yes, it looks like it belongs somewhere else than in the middle of the US. I would never expect anything like that in Chicago.
Why wouldn’t it belong in the middle of the us? There’s plenty of penthouses like this in Chicago.
@@georgehenan853 I understand and I have to admit that I've never been to Chicago. It's just the Penthouse looks like it's somewhere else. I have to admit that I've never visited Chicago and now I have to. Looks gorgeous.
We have so many places like that caliber in Chicago ...it's almost commonplace 😂
Absolutely one of the most unique and stunning homes I have ever seen. I am so glad that much of the original charm and details of this home have been preserved.
Erik, I prefer old-world homes as they are full of personality, warmth, and remind us of family. This one is perfect.
Whoever buys this better not change anything. It's perfect.
im 100% modernizing it but keeping some of the details I like - most of it is getting gutted including the "dated" kitchen
I'd put a basket ball net in that great room ..😂😂
@@hby7768Exactly... 10 million more dollars and two cranes. gut the bathrooms, open the interior spaces, floor to ceiling smart glass or just high R windows... a greenhouse and solar panels with water catchment. Let more light in while saving the beautiful finishes as much as possible.
Oh my it’s absolutely a piece of art! How absolutely amazing! The original tile in the bathroom! Limestone staircase! The architecture is just out of this world! The view of Lake Michigan! Wow! From Illinois ….this is just a diamond and if I had the money
Thank you for the tour
Most people who have never been to Chicago don't realize that Lake Michigan is an inland ocean. It takes 6 hours to drive to Escanaba, MI, and that's just most of the western shore.
If people don’t realize that then they’ve clearly never seen a map
@@georgehenan853 Or, they're not so provincial and don't think that Chicago or the USA are the center of the universe. Most people don't know that Poland borders Russia, either. Even in the video, Erik says it's his first visit to Chicago and he had no idea Lake Michigan looked so 'tropical', i.e. blue-green. Guess he's an idiot, eh?
@@larrymcardle I feel like that reply was an overreaction.
@@NorthAyase Do you often tell strangers on the internet about your feelings? And how do they usually react?
@@larrymcardle Your reading comprehension needs work.
Magnificent !
You would never find that level of craftmanship today, Im blown away tbh ❤️.
Grew up taking tours of the Biltmore estate in Asheville. This house had me making reference back to that estate constantly
This is a magnificent home. Love the older homes. They are beautiful, warm and have so much character.
I live in Chicago, and drive past this building daily. Welcome to our wonderful city. :)
😂most dangerous city in America.
@@emilyanderson148 Nonsense.
@@emilyanderson148lets take a tour of Chicago, St. Louis, Memphis, and Indianapolis and back. Then decide
@@brucekrause2801 why would anyone put themselves in that kind of danger? Stay as far away from Dem cities as possible if you value your life.
@@emilyanderson148you sound insufferable
My Palm Springs home is modern, flat and sprawling. Having gone university and grad school in Chicago, I appreciate the charms of century old architectural styles. This is a home of great quality.
I love everything about it. The style, the designs, the level of detail. The outdoor spaces. Imagine the amount of fun your friends and family can have outdoors in the summers. The magnificent views of the City Skyscrapers (was that black building Sears Tower in the distance?). Brilliant clear views of lake Michigan. The owners should be proud. Definitely the best Penthouse I've ever seen. Excellent property.
Im from Chicago….and I love the fact that people think its a dirty run down place……keeps people away and prices low. We just giggle to ourselves and enjoy. I live in NYC now, when my friends go there thay are SHOCKED! 😂
Prices low😂 you’re funny
@@kndli67compared to NYC, SF, and LA they are.
Very cheap compared to even cities that are much smaller. Taxes are lower than many other places too (people that complain about them online are usually from the burbs with higher property taxes, and they don't include municipal assessments, fees, etc). We get a good ROI on taxes as well. We have reliable power, streets are plowed, and good transit for the US.
Crime and cold is all i know about Chi-congo.
Ya'll can keep it. Stay there never move.
this is the ultimate dream home; old world charm beats modern design any day of the week
Magnificent detail and quality. The bathrooms are all spectacular, my style. The layout is very complex and labyrinthian. You are either a person that like or not, it’s appealing . The outside space is glorious. I would love working on the gardens. Roses, clematis, Korean snowballs, fragrant flowering hosta plants. When you have a lot of free time, garden is a real joy. As Chicago is quite cold in the winter, you have to adapt ur garden. . Travelling after January 15 warmer places.
This has to be in the top 5 homes/properties you have shown us. Thanks, Erik, for the video and the tour!
this is the best, most stunning penthouse i've ever seen and i've watched just about every video presentation on yt from the past 3 years showcasing the most expensive penthouses in nyc and abroad... to me it has more of an italian villa than a french chateau vibe but i'm not an expert on architecture style... the amount of outdoor space is unreal, you could make one entire southern exposed terrace into a greenhouse for your own veggies and even lemons and plant 4-5 semi dwarf fruit trees on that stunning main patio with grass, plant 2-3 grapevines along the secondary balcony with an added trellis roof, some raspberry, blueberry bushes along the balustrade and in place of those heart shaped bushes flanking the fountain add a beehive and you have a source of vitamins without having to go shopping haha... one could also likely convert one of those 5+ outdoor terraces to put in a small swimming pool... and that vaulted hallway that opens up to the main terrace blew my mind, the side main room with the gothic vibed fireplace and spiral staircase gallery also looks very cool to me... as does the open dining terrace, dining room and several other rooms... this imo beats any modern city dwelling at any price and many of the handcrafted details are really mind blowing in a high rise building... some might find it gaudy or pretensious, i like it... the only factor against it is that it's in the windy city unless that's where one is looking to live... if this was in manhattan the price would be multiplied by 3 AND with an added zero...
I LOVE THESE OLD PLACES, SO MUCH CHARACTER AND DETAIL. MODERN IS PLAIN N COLD!
I'm thinking about the incredible amount of weight this chateau adds to the entire structure. This must have been a huge engineering consideration during the planning of the entire high rise.
Buildings this old sometimes develop structural issues, especially being close to water. It's a testament to the architects, builders, and craftsmen to see this structure holding up so well almost 100 years later. With regular inspections and maintenance, I trust it will be around for generations to come.
Of course, it was engineered as part of the building. It's not adding any more weight than the full floors of the building. These 1920s high-rise buildings are among the most stable and rugged buildings ever built.
@@Gitn2it The high rises built in the 1920s almost never have structural issues. They are some of the best-engineered and best-built buildings ever. They DO often need major repairs and replacements, like elevators, boilers, wiring, and plumbing, but most good buildings have repaired or replaced these things a few times since these places were constructed 100 years ago. The prospective buyer should of course do all the appropriate due diligence to make sure that any issues or upcoming major repair/replacements are fully disclosed.
That’s an incredibly dumb thing to say no offense. It’s literally just a few floors just like any other floors
Erik always finds positive things to say with great enthusiasm about the places he tours on UA-cam, but I think this place was jaw-dropping even for Erik from New York.
The first owner was the family Wrigleys! It's absolutely stunning! Greetings from Germany!
I was wondering who this was built for.
You mean the chewing gum people? I apologize for my ignorance. But Wrigley made chewing gum, right?
@@roccosophie6498 thats correct!
I thought I missed the original owner. Thank you
Thank you for letting us know. A very important detail Mr. Erik should have mentioned, because it would be the first thought - who built this?
I appreciated the whole tour and side on the luxurious view of the mesmerizing water, I also appreciated how the update to the kitchen remained toned down and muted to match the running vibe.👏👏👏
I live in a pre-war home. It's small but I love it. It has character, the amount of storage, the crafstmanship and the old growth timbers. I like that its quirkiness absorbs, begs for color, texture, print and variety in both the exterior and interior design. But it is expensive to maintain -the amount of trim inside and out that has to be painted is a lot, and there are very few tradesmen today who want to work on houses like this. We've had to have custom moldings milled, and new windows milled to match the old ones. A paint job is a painstaking task and there's a step by step process to it, that few have time or patience for. So it's a constant search for tradesmen, as well as balancing on how to do upgrades, while trying to keep the character. One thing for sure -you have to be able to do some of the work yourself. Either you'll learn, or you'l hire it out. So you end up learning and doing and loving it as well! But I also love contemporary homes, the open spaces and the clean bold lines. I'd like to live in one someday. As far as millennial grey -it's overdone, I associate it with cheap flippers now that its time has passed.
I would say this is in the style of Italian Renaissance. Art Deco is something else
Exactly
And that just starts the list of things wrong with the narration.
Definitely NOT Art Deco
True, not remotely Art-Deco.
Yes, this is much more Art Nouveau than Art Deco. Perhaps stile Liberty, the Italian variant of Art Nouveau.
A lot of UA-cam tour channels are scared to come to Chicago because of the stereotypes that the media gives out about the violence, but I’m so proud that Eric is not his second video on my hometown of Chicago I always tell people it is not the people it is the politicians that destroy a city is absolutely beautiful, especially the downtown it reminds me of of New York the shopping district, the restaurants the plays the nightlife the festivals, the movies that are filmed in Chicago so stop believing everything you see in the see Because the media never talks about the positive they want to stay stuck on the negative of a city so you don’t wanna live there. No people have to start voting for better period .
I was honestly shocked by how much of the city was stunning old architecture
@@erikvanconover hopefully you had a chance to enjoy a play go to a restaurant see or go to a museum while you were in Chicago. If not come back and be a tourist of downtown you’ll love it.
I hope you are able to make it to the airport without being shot. I live in the this city. There is no punishment for crimes. Just second chances to protect equality.
Such perceptions are those of the small-minded.
Stereotypes of crime? It's not a stereotype, there is a lot of crime. There is also very lax punishment for said crimes so they keep happening. I do agree, people need to vote out pretty much everyone who's been there the past decade and start new because it's those morons who have driven the city into the ground.
Those bathrooms are truly stunning.
I like old things. I like old music, I LOVE art deco style clothing, and architecture.
I actually really like this gentleman's presentation style, he has knowledge about the places but not rehearsed or scripted so it feels more genuine. It made the tour feel more relatable
Welcome to Chicago! Hope you’ve enjoyed your time here!
This magnificent, untouched and STUNNING PENTHOUSE is BEYOND AMAZING and is breathtakingly GORGEOUS and UNIQUE and ORIGINAL!!!
It’s a beautiful place, but I definitely prefer something more modern with a brighter, lighter aesthetic. However, it would be great fun to rent out for a weekend. I would hope whoever buys it will keep it all original. I love that you were surprised by how nice Chicago actually is along the lake. I live along the lake in the northern burbs, and I love it.
I like the incredible view of Lake Michigan
Incredible place Erik. I grew up in the Chicago suburbs and never heard of this home. Chicago architecture is amazing. Thanks for the tour!
That view ❤❤❤
You can't beat old fashioned traditional buildings, they have so much more character and welcoming than a modern flat/house.
Modern flats have no character that have no history or stories, granted they are beautiful and more energy efficient but they will never beat old traditional homes
Modern homes are only modern for so long, then they become totally out of date, while places like this with all the ornaments and details everywhere is timeless and never has to be changed ever again. I sure would go with old homes with a soul, any day.
1:16 "The sound of the water, the serenity here". All I can hear is traffic.
😂
Just imagine the motorcycle noise. It would be insane.
As someone who has lived in a highrise I can tell you that traffic noise is not loud up there, certainly not when there are no buildings in front of you to echo from. But no, you certainly wouldn't hear the sound of the water.
We love Chicago. Architecture there is incredible. Prewar is my favorite though. Restaurants
Old homes like this any day over new ones. This is a work of art. If i had money i would buy this masterpiece of a home!!!
Artisans travelled to achieve their apprenticeship, then traveled to live on site to work. They don't exists anymore, NotreDame has dorms next the rebuild to do just that, retrain 15th century skills.
Ive been in a 2 story apt/home in this building back in the 80s several times. The rooms are virtually soundproof it is so well built. The best Chicago has to offer.
Erik, I've always liked your videos. This is one of the best properties you've shown. I'll take old with charm over boring new any day. Keep up the great work.
Chicago is so beautiful. Thank You for sharing this wonderful city.
Chicago is the most violent/dangerous city in America.
I thought he was a little condescending and clueless. I think they could’ve chosen better to show this property.
Yes, and it is not dirty. The nerve of him.
@@Jan96106 Facts, I didn't like the snarky remarks about expecting Lake Michigan to be filled with trash. It's a beautiful city.
The rooftops in Chicago are better than anywhere I’ve ever been. I love Chicago
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I think it's because there is a bit of breathing room so you can see other buildings, even when it's not the highest building.
My God, how is this only $8,5 million? This is a MASTERPIECE 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
I agree.
I agree with you, until you start considering the various upgrades and repair that would need to be done even just to keep it to original standard. You would need specialty artisans and Craftsman that know how to work this era of materials. And I imagine working at the top of a skyscraper building like this would be an additional difficulty
Makes me wonder if the monthly fees (like an HOA but for apartments) are in the $100,000 month range.
How? CHICAGO.
Chicago is extremely affordable compared to other American cities. New York, LA, San Francisco etc
Come back in February, Eric, and stand in that same spot on the terrace. We’ll see how much you like that view of Lake Michigan! 😊
I am truly surprised at how clean Lake Michigan is. The place is truly deco, I love the fact the bathroom wasn't remodeled also.
An Absolutely Freaking Perfect home!!!! I will always choose old beautiful architecture over new and bland.
What a Masterpiece ❤❤❤ I’ve walked past this building for years. Had no idea . Amazing!
Eric it’s a Palazzo in the sky my dear. The architecture is Venetian not French
The guy's an ignorant beyond belief!
I would love to go back in time to see how this building was constructed
I was born and raised near Chicago. People who aren’t from this area don’t realize just how vast and beautiful Lake Michigan actually is. The city itself with the gorgeous Lake Shore Drive make Chicago one of the most beautiful cities in the USA. Unfortunately, the crime and local government who run the city have into the ground give Chicago a bad and undesirable reputation. Thank you for showing this AMAZING property with the incredible design and architecture that Chicago should be known for! The views of the lake are just incredible! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
If only the South Shore area was a lot safer to live in? Ww painted a new school on 83rd and Lake Michigan. Across the street were Victorian homes, with everything intact although falling apart? Gotta admit I was jealous
GOD BLESS Daniel Burnham, who convinced the city fathers that the lakefront should forever be open to the PUBLIC. Can you imagine living in that hellhole without access to the lake? Or to even SEE the lake? Imagine all those high-rises built RIGHT ON THE WATER, depriving the poor of any relief whatsoever.
It's a beautiful city, thanks to ol' DB.
I remember the summer of '95, when the heat was consistently over 100. People were dying, dropping like flies. I had a buddy who rented reefer trailers and the Cook County coroner's office took a BUNCH of 'em, so they could store all the bodies.
Mayor Daley (that crooked ol' bastard) decreed that the beaches would be kept open at night so we poor could swim. WE did, 11 o'clock at night, 12 a. m. and it was WONDERFUL. There were families, kids, folk all over, enjoying the cool relief of the water.
Without Burnham's vision, it'd be just another "Hampton" for the rich to keep to themselves.
I have been waiting for this video after seeing the short. This is probably the best penthouse in the United States. The views the history, the design. It’s hard to think something so spectacular could cost 8500000. NYC is so grossly overpriced.
I suspect it is a limited-equity housing cooperative whereby shares are capped for value by the board.
If those walls could talk. The history of who’s lived there would be just as intriguing as the estate itself.
I agree.
Wrigley family… then Wilkie family!
@@dachanik As in Wrigley Field? Would make sense.
@@thatspartyguy7328 Yes!
Prefer an old home with character over any new build every single time. Even the modern/minimalist homes I like are historic properties. There’s just something about the attention to detail and mastery of proportion and cohesiveness that the majority of architect and building firms just don’t understand or execute today. Great video!
I love my city. I love art. There is art EVERYWHERE in Chicago. One things I noticed in the buildings downtown, the bathrooms and some rooms were built smaller back in the day. I like this place and will be visiting. Thank you!
Hi Erik, I have just discovered your channel yesterday, by viewing the tour of the I believe 1 billion dollar property in Paris, which was spectacular! I personally prefer this property with its historic charm and design over a modern architecture. It is amazing that this property was built in 1920's, like you said the outdoor space alone is not something one can find today. Given the fact this property is truly unique in many ways, located in Chicago, with stunning views, I am surprised that is not listed at the higher price. Thank you for presenting us with the spectacular properties around the world!
Love the house. Problem is I'm still about a million bucks shy of being a millionaire.
Closer than I am then.
Oh you are going to be a Millionaire, very soon!
Happy Great Awakening Early!
Love all the historic details and hopefully it doesn’t get painted white /ruined. Maybe an updated kitchen (I would go dark green La Cornue) but I would leave everything else alone. It’s such a cool spot.
OMG! This is a fantastic home. I just flew back to L.A. from Guadalajara, Mexico. I have seen nice Homes and Penthouses there. They are nice but this Home is absolutely beautiful. Love the view of Lake Michigan.
As a Chicago native this was so inspiring yet beautiful. I will purchase it)))
Ive always been the most curious about what exists at the top of old slyscrapers. This is truly amazing. PLEASE more of these!
Wow. Fantastic, one-of-a-kind penthouse. I want it.
Great presentation, congrats!
Aye you’re in Chicago for right now? Love it! I currently live here so it’s nice seeing you here!
The castle on the top floor is really special!
I love its retro European style!
Its layout is so complicated, I think I will get lost in it!
Thanks a lot for sharing, really great job! 👍😄👏
Art deco was born in France but really developed in USA.
This place is oozing charm and character. I just love the dark oak wood throughout the house. That view of Lake Michigan is beautiful. Chicago has some beautiful architecture. At 8 million 500 hundred is a great deal for this place.
After traveling all over the world, I still think Chicago is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The architecture is amazing in Chicago. This house- I can't believe it's only 8.5 million!! What I wouldn't do for that view every day. I wouldn't change a thing, except maybe a marble hottub outside, lol 😅 Imagine being in the hot tub while it was snowing all around you, and looking at ice on the lake!
I LOVE history so the more historic the home the better!
glad you are on board
Thanks for giving Chicago love!!💪💪
This is the best one you've ever done pal
I love seeing the old world craftsmanship in these homes. There is nothing they can build today that compares. I especially enjoy the woodworking, my Grandfather was a woodworker in Hollywood back in the 20’s and early 30’s and that sadly is a fact I didn’t know about him until after he passed away. They lived in California and we traveled all over, Dad was in the Air Force. I would have loved to have known him better and I’m sure he had some great stories.
I absolutely love this! The old architecture is superior in my opinion. This penthouse is a work of art.
The drone shot was impeccable
I love the terrace garden❤❤❤
Feels like Bruce Wayne/Batman would live in a place like this, beautiful home overlooking Lake Michigan right in the heart of the city
Never knew this was off Lake Shore Drive. I love the old-school, untouched architecture. I wish we built with the quality and detail that we did from the 1600s through to the early 1900s. The barrel ceiling and coffer ceiling are amazing, the hand-painted walls and arched doors are all a dream! In my next life, I will. live in elegance like this! Please Keep showing the old-school royal untouched homes!
Erik, thank you so much for the tour - Fantastic. I have an ancient soul as well. I'm surrounded by antiques and vintage in my home.