Distinctive penthouse loft duplex in an intimate West Loop building, featuring two private outdoor spaces and sweeping city views. Offering approximately 1,700 square feet, this residence includes two assigned exterior parking spaces in the price. Gut renovated in 2017 in collaboration with En Masse Architecture and Design, with all windows replaced during the renovation. The home is filled with natural light and showcases city views throughout. The main level features exposed brick, barrel roll ceilings, and a two-sided wood-burning fireplace anchoring the open living and dining areas. The kitchen includes butcher block and stone countertops, custom cabinetry, floating shelves, Schoolhouse Electric lighting and hardware, Bosch, Samsung, and Sharp appliances, and an oversized island with seating. A private balcony extends directly off the main living space. The secondary bedroom is located on the main level and offers access to a full bath with tub/shower and dual entry from both the hallway and bedroom. The entire second level is dedicated to the primary suite, complete with a spacious bedroom with an oversized window framing the skyline views, custom dressing area, sitting space, and an ensuite bath featuring a clawfoot tub, oversized shower, dual faucets, subway tile walls, and patterned tile flooring. Sliding glass doors lead to a private roof deck with pergola, wet bar with beverage center, stone countertops, and expansive city views. Located in the heart of the West Loop near Fulton Market, Restaurant Row, parks, public transportation, shopping, fitness studios, and dining. Truly a unique stylish West Loop loft! NO elevator
CondoProperty Type
1997Year Built
$506Price/Sq.Ft.
$283/moHOA Dues
2 spacesParking
Listed by Carrie McCormick• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Benjamin Morgridge• Keller Williams Experience
Est. $4,014 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
4th floor walk up no elevator. Spacious unit with a split level living room and den on the main floor. Master en suite is on the second level with gorgeously views of the skyline. Brightly lit.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Has two en suite bedrooms, the larger of the two is on the upper level and comprises of that whole level, has a private deck on upper level.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Liam Murphy
Redfin Associate agent
A duplex up loft with a large master bedroom comprising the whole top floor. Open concept kitchen located in the front of the unit with a smaller second bedroom in the rear.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Michael Gucciardo
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 1161 W Madison St Unit 4S
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12573031
May 29, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$860,000
$506/sq ft
May 23, 2026
Pending
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Apr 22, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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Apr 6, 2026
Price Changed
$875,000
$515/sq ft
Feb 19, 2026
Listed (Active)
$900,000
$529/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09520129
Apr 3, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$600,000
$353/sq ft
Mar 6, 2017
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
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Mar 3, 2017
Listed (New)
$549,000
$323/sq ft
+20
Incredible West Loop loft unlike anything you've seen! This is your opportunity to acquire an amazing, designer-owned, penthouse loft-duplex with SPECTACULAR city views, in an intimate West Loop building. This 2 bed+den/2 bath home spans 1,700sf. Features include, exposed brick walls & high barrel roll ceilings, oak floors, dual sided fireplace & 2 private decks! Extremely bright master bedroom with South, West and East exposures. Stainless steel appliances, pantry, side-by-side washer/dryer, and large basement storage unit. Two exterior parking spaces included!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07505774
Jul 6, 2010
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$349,500
$206/sq ft
Jul 1, 2010
Pending
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May 30, 2010
Contingent
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May 27, 2010
Relisted (Reactivated)
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May 27, 2010
Contingent
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Apr 29, 2010
Price Changed (Price Change)
$354,900
$209/sq ft
Apr 20, 2010
Listed (New)
$369,900
$218/sq ft
+3
Unique penthouse loft duplex with spectacular city views in an intimate West Loop historic bldg; over 1,700 SF, exposed brick, high ceilings, refinished oak floors, 2 private decks, S-W-E exposure=light+bright+airy living space. SS appliances, Corian, pantry, 2-sided marble fireplace, 2 whirpool tubs, separate shower, full-size washer/dryer, and basement storage space. Two outdoor off-street parking spaces included.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07389784
Feb 25, 2010
Listing Removed
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Dec 28, 2009
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07132993
Sep 12, 2009
Listing Removed
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May 11, 2009
Contingent
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07047514
Jan 14, 2009
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06945680
Oct 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06818244
Jun 3, 2008
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06634357
Oct 12, 2007
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06542385
Jul 30, 2007
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06464194
Jun 4, 2007
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06372007
Mar 31, 2007
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Oct 23, 2000
Sold
$286,500
$169/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$12,233 (+2.6%)
$6,453 + $50,656
$57,109
2022
$11,925 (+2.3%)
$3,538 + $54,241
$57,779
2021
$11,657 (+14.5%)
$3,538 + $54,241
$57,779
2020
$10,178 (+1.3%)
$3,538 + $41,999
$45,537
2019
$10,046 (+1.7%)
$3,538 + $46,299
$49,837
2018
$9,876 (+20.9%)
$3,538 + $46,299
$49,837
2017
$8,168 (+5.4%)
$3,122 + $38,068
$41,190
2016
$7,750 (+9.7%)
$3,122 + $38,068
$41,190
2015
$7,067 (+11.1%)
$3,122 + $38,068
$41,190
2014
$6,362 (+2.2%)
$2,653 + $34,205
$36,858
2013
$6,225 (+1.0%)
$2,653 + $34,205
$36,858
2012
$6,166 (−0.9%)
$2,653 + $34,205
$36,858
2011
$6,223 (+6.5%)
$3,538 + $37,215
$40,753
2010
$5,843 (+7.6%)
$3,538 + $37,215
$40,753
2009
$5,429 (+35.6%)
$3,538 + $37,215
$40,753
2008
$4,003 (+0.7%)
$2,898 + $26,852
$29,750
2007
$3,976
$2,898 + $26,852
$29,750
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Sq. Ft.
1,769
Year built
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Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Cook County
APN
17172000281006
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
DX-3
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