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225 Columbus Drive

Chicago, IL 60601
$875,000
2beds
3baths
1,547sqft
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About this home

Rarely available high-floor residence at the iconic AQUA Tower, winner of the 2009 Emporis Skyscraper Award and designed by world-renowned architect Jeanne Gang. This sun-filled 78th floor home offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Michigan, the Chicago skyline, Navy Pier, and Millennium Park through floor-to-ceiling windows and from the expansive private balcony. This spacious 2-bedroom + den, 2.5-bath residence features a flexible den that can easily function as a third bedroom with a privacy door. The thoughtfully designed interior includes Snaidero cabinetry with custom stainless trim, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, marble mosaic backsplash, and a large pantry closet. Upgrades throughout include 2-inch thick Calcutta marble countertops, Hansgrohe plumbing fixtures, upgraded porcelain tile in the bathrooms, solid core wood doors, beautiful BRAZILIAN CHERRY flooring throughout the main living areas. Bedroom carpet to be replaced before closing. The home also offers generous closet space and in-unit washer and dryer. AQUA offers luxury resort-style living with over two full floors of amenities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, sundeck with cabanas, hot tubs, state-of-the-art fitness center, Pilates studio, running track, basketball court, steam room, sauna, private theater, business center, demonstration kitchen, game and entertainment rooms, and landscaped outdoor spaces. Located in the highly desirable Lakeshore East neighborhood, the building provides direct access to the Chicago Pedway and is just steps from Mariano's, Lakeshore East Park, the lakefront, beaches, restaurants, shopping, and Chicago's most celebrated architecture and cultural attractions. Parking options available for purchase or rent.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built2009
Garage spaces2
Lot size
Annual tax$14,871.03
CountyCook
MLS #MRD12584432
Days on market27

Schools

ElementaryOgden Elementary
Middle / JuniorOgden Elementary
High schoolWells Preparatory Elementary Sch

Features

Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposal
Parking
YesDeededAttachedGarage
Construction
GlassConcrete
Sewer
Public Sewer
Listed by
Nexus Real Estate
Raj Khanna

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 3/31/2026, 8:39:19 AM. All data should be independently verified.

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