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Panorama of Chicago File 310-956-285

Chicago, IL city

structure #757183596building

Elm Tower

existing 68.3 m 16 floors 2002

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Tip Height68.3 m
Architectural Height68.3 m
Roof Height65.5 m
Height Top Floor51 m
Floors16
Completion2002
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usageresidential condominium
Status existing
Architectural Stylepostmodern
Address1151 North Dearborn Street
Smart Address1151 North Dearborn Street
Smart Address40 West Elm Street
CityChicago
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-16

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