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Panorama of Chicago File 251-493-889
structure #405938144building

401 East Ontario

existing 157 m 51 floors 1990

Location of 401 East Ontario
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Tip Height157 m
Architectural Height157 m
Roof Height157 m
Floors51
Completion1990
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usageresidential
Status existing
Architectural Stylemodern
Address401 East Ontario Street
Smart Address401 East Ontario Street
Smart Address611 North McClurg Court
ZoneStreeterville
1st Level DistrictDowntown
2nd Level DistrictNear North Side
CityChicago
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-23

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