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Panorama of Chicago File 251-493-889
structure #8771954building

Sofitel Chicago Water Tower

existing 105.8 m 33 floors 2002

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Tip Height105.8 m
Architectural Height105.8 m
Roof Height105.8 m
Floors33
Completion2002
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usagehotel
Status existing
Architectural Styledeconstructivist
Address20 East Chestnut Street
Smart Address20 East Chestnut Street
Smart Address860 North Wabash Avenue
1st Level DistrictDowntown
2nd Level DistrictNear North Side
CityChicago, IL
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-29

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