79 E Cedar St
Chicago, IL 60611
Gold Coast
4 Beds
7 Baths
7,523 sqft
4 Beds
7 Baths
7,523 sqft
Local Information
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- Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description
Welcome to 79 East Cedar Street. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a home of significant scale and presence in the Gold Coast-one of Chicago's most vibrant and historic neighborhoods. In 1884 Bertha Palmer commissioned architect Joseph Lyman Silsbee of Silsbee and Kent to create a neo-Moorish masterpiece design to transcend the ordinary. This meticulously refurbished home weds traditional grandeur with modern innovations. With approximately 7,523 square feet, this house charms with its private, incomparable roof terrace holding court over lake and sky, showing dazzling vistas. A stately solarium crowns the house, giving panoramic views day and night across Chicago's skyline-a truly special all year retreat in the heart of the city. A Parisian-style elevator serves all floors. Living space includes four bedroom suites, five bathrooms, three kitchenettes, a theater room is perfect for cozy nights in, while a wine room, utility room and a two-car garage, complete the plan. Set on one of Chicago's most prestigious addresses, approaching the property, one is met with elegant stone steps, flower boxes, and statuary. Original latticework and wrought iron fences captivate the eye. Heated pavement in front of the home, as well as outside the garage, keeps the residence easily accessible year-round. This splendid, curated retreat offers privacy and style with comfort and function: a seamless blend of present, and future.
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$917
Listed
32 days ago
Home Details for 79 E Cedar St
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Atrium, Balcony Porch Lanai, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room, Pantry, Terrace, Theatre Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 9Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 4 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 7523 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Laundry: In Unit,Laundry Closet,Sink |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Zoned,GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 5Fireplace: Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, OtherHas a Fireplace |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Accessibility: No Disability Access |
View Has a ViewView: Front of Property, Side(s) of Property |
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Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Garage,Yes,Attached |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Days on Market: 32 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1884Year Renovated: 2003 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Construction Materials: Brick, GlassNot a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 17032020260000Model Home Type: POTTER PALMERS |
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Price List Price: $6,900,000Price Per Sqft: $917 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Chicago |
School Information Elementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School District: 299 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 12658057 |
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Building Details Builder Model: POTTER PALMERS |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 1872 sqft |
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Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 12658057Water ViewWater View: Front of Property, Side(s) of Property |
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Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes |
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Mia Wilkinson, (312) 719-9771
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12658057
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.
Market trends in Gold Coast
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$539K
$31.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
96.4%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$367
$17MoM
Available listings
166
5MoM
Price History for 79 E Cedar St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/28/2026 | $6,900,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12658057 |
| 11/01/2025 | $7,900,000 | ListingRemoved | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329774 |
| 04/10/2025 | $7,900,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12329774 |
| 06/19/1996 | $1,035,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Assessment | $1,890,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 79 E Cedar St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.02 | Single-Family Home | $1,875,000 | 12/03/25 | 5 | 4 | 5,112 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $2,065,000 | 03/10/26 | 4 | 4 | 4,222 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $3,700,000 | 05/29/26 | 5 | 7 | 7,500 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $3,175,000 | 06/08/26 | 5 | 5.5 | 6,500 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $3,625,000 | 03/31/26 | 5 | 5.5 | 6,500 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $1,520,000 | 04/24/26 | 5 | 4 | 5,991 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $2,650,000 | 07/25/25 | 5 | 5 | 5,100 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $1,725,000 | 04/08/26 | 5 | 6 | 5,000 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 79 E Cedar St.
- Ogden Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 809 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe have a 1st and 4th grader on campus and have had such a wonderful experience with Ogden over the past 5 years. On campus principal, Dr. Kelly is an amazing leader and so enthusiastic. The teachers and support staff are outstanding. No one should hesitate to send your child to Ogden. Especially if this is your neighborhood school. I don’t understand the negative reviews. My kids love it here and we do too.Parent Review4mo ago - Lincoln Park High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 2179 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMiddleClass white parent w kids at this school. Admin is terrible! They have poor communication and are disorganized. Steinmiller seems to pass off responsibilities to other staff members and can’t lead a school. This was evident at the open house for parents and students. I sensed he didn’t know how to run a school based on the disorganization of the open house and how he passed important questions from parents to the student docents. When their responses are inadequate he never followed up with a succinct answer. He couldn’t even describe the IB program. This Principal is a joke. They also don’t take student IEPs seriously and find ways to screw over your kid. They are not interested in student success. Teachers are often absent with many subs. Send you student to the suburbs and forget CPS.Parent Review1mo ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about Gold Coast
At least 279 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say there are sidewalks
92 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
92 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
84 % Say streets are well-lit
72 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
45 % Say neighbors are friendly
44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
42 % Say kids play outside
41 % Say parking is easy
37 % Say it's quiet
32 % Say there are community events
28 % Say yards are well-kept
23 % Say car is needed
18 % Say there's wildlife
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Mia Wilkinson, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agent Phone: (312) 719-9771
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
79 E Cedar St, Chicago, IL 60611 is a 4 bedroom, 9 bathroom, 7,523 sqft single-family home built in 1884. 79 E Cedar St is located in Gold Coast, Chicago. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on May 28, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12658057.