225 N Columbus Dr. #6509

in Aqua
$375,000 Active · 8 days on market
1
beds
1
baths
687
sq ft
$546
per sq ft

About this unit

Aqua Tower - a contemporary icon building at Lakeshore East, Chicago. It's famous for its undulating, wave-like balconies and has earned numerous awards for designed by architect Jeanne Gang. One bedroom with fantastic south views of the lake, Millennium Park & the city. Large balcony perfect for entertainment. This freshly painted unit with an enclosed bedroom features floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, SS Appliances, Granite counter & backsplash, in-Unit W/D, and upgraded bathroom flooring and counter. Luxurious full amenity building with 24 hr door staff & 2 floors of Amenities that includes gym, basketball court, cardio room, sauna, steam room, business center, game & theatre room, indoor lap pool and outdoor pool, large sundeck, running track, fire pits, and lounge areas. Building is conveniently connected to Pedway for easy access to The Loop. Great location in LakeShore East w/ park & CVS & Mariano's.

Amenities

Shared amenities included with the building.

  • 24/7 Front Desk
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Sauna/Steam Room

Property details

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Monthly costs
HOA$817 / mo
HOA includesWater, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Scavenger
Annual tax$6,771 (2024)
Rules & parking
PetsCats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit

What it costs each month

Live estimate. Tax based on Cook County 2024 effective rate. HOA pulled from the listing.

$375,000
$
20%$75,000
6.85%
30 years
Principal & interest$1,966 / mo
HOA$817 / mo
Property tax (est.)$564 / mo
All-in monthly$3,347

Estimate. Real rate depends on your lender, credit, and reserves. We'll connect you to a Chicago-based broker once you tour.

Listing history

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Aug 14, 2026 Listed for sale $375,000current

About 225 N Columbus Dr.

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225 N Columbus Dr.— Aqua

Lakeshore East condo · 81 floors · built 2009
10 for sale · 3 for rent
For sale from $335K · rent from $3,300/mo
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Recently sold in this building

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Listed by Kathie Chan · Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL · MLS #MRD12726281 · MRED
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