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Panorama of Chicago File 251-493-889
structure #431265413building

Algonquin Apartments 5

existing 43.9 m 14 floors 1951

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Building Mass Height43.9 m
Tip Height43.9 m
Architectural Height43.9 m
Roof Height43.9 m
Floors14
Completion1951
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagerental housing
Status existing
Architectural Stylemodern
Address1617 East 50th Place
Smart Address1617 East 50th Place
Smart Address5030 South East End Avenue
CityChicago, IL
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-11-07

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