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Panorama of Chicago File 310-956-285

Chicago, IL city

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structure #968536749building

Pittsfield Building

existing 170 m 41 floors 1927

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Architectural Height170 m
Tip Height168 m
Roof Height165.6 m
Height Top Floor139.4 m
Floors41
Completion1927
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Architectural Styleneo-gothic
Address55 East Washington Street
Smart Address55 East Washington Street
Smart Address39 North Wabash Avenue
CityChicago
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-16

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