1212 N Lake Shore Drive #8BN — Chicago, IL 60610
Active Under Contract
Chicago, IL 60610

1212 N Lake Shore Drive #8BN

$799,000
2 beds · 2 baths
Listed at $799,000 38 days on market $13,091/yr taxes
01About this home

Beautifully renovated and move-in ready residence at 1212 N Lake Shore Drive, offering the perfect blend of modern updates and classic Gold Coast living. This spacious 2-bedroom home has been thoughtfully updated throughout, delivering a clean, timeless aesthetic. The expansive living room is flooded with natural light from oversized east-facing windows and opens to an extraordinary 42-foot-long private balcony. Take in breathtaking views of Lake Michigan, the city skyline, and Navy Pier, creating a true indoor-outdoor living experience. A dedicated dining area sits just off the kitchen, ideal for both casual meals and more formal entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, stone countertops, high-end appliances, and an induction cooktop, blending style with top-tier functionality. Generously sized bedrooms provide excellent closet space, including a well-appointed primary suite with a fully renovated bath showcasing sleek, modern finishes. The second bathroom retains its original vintage blue tile. Additional highlights include in-unit washer and dryer and new HVAC. 1212 N Lake Shore Drive is a full-amenity, professionally managed building with 24-hour door staff, valet parking, on-site management, and a recently updated top-floor amenity level featuring an indoor pool, fitness center, and sun deck overlooking the lake. One of the few buildings on Lake Shore Drive to offer private balconies, and a dog-friendly community. Unbeatable Gold Coast location just steps from Oak Street Beach, Michigan Avenue, premier dining, shopping, and the lakefront path. Just perfect.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$799,000
List price
Square feet
2
Bedrooms
2 full
Bathrooms
1970
Year built
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$13,091
Annual taxes
Attached Single
Style
38
Days on market
04Features
Heating
ElectricForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
DishwasherRefrigeratorHigh End RefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)CooktopOvenRange Hood
Parking
ConcreteCircular DrivewayLeasedAttachedGarage
Construction
ConcreteOther
Equipment
TV-Cable
Sewer
Public SewerStorm Sewer
05Neighborhood
  • Brown Bag Seafood Co. 0.2 mi
  • Bistrot Zinc 0.2 mi
  • Zebra Lounge 0.2 mi
  • Sparrow 0.2 mi
  • The Original Pancake House 0.2 mi
  • Carmine’s 0.2 mi
  • Jewel-Osco 0.3 mi
  • Potash Markets - State Street 0.4 mi
  • Sherry's Food Mart 0.5 mi
  • Circle K 0.5 mi
  • Aldi 0.5 mi
  • Potash Market 0.5 mi
  • Goudy Square Park 650 ft
  • Mariano Park 0.2 mi
  • Lakefront Park 0.3 mi
  • Washington Square 0.5 mi
  • Jane M. Byrne Plaza 0.5 mi
  • Eli M. Schulman Playground 0.5 mi
  • La Colombe Coffee 1000 ft
  • Chicago tea house 0.2 mi
  • Dolci Amori 0.2 mi
  • Oak Street Beach Café 0.2 mi
  • Whispers Coffee & Tea 0.2 mi
  • Starbucks 0.3 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Apr 20, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
$799,000
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Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate · Pasquale Recchia · 847-962-7711
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