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Panorama of Chicago File 310-956-285

Chicago, IL city

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structure #970567166building

CNA Plaza North

existing 102 m 24 floors 1962

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Architectural Height102 m
Tip Height101.5 m
Roof Height101.5 m
Floors24
Completion1962
Structural Formskyscraper
Main Usageuniversity office, commercial office
Status existing
Architectural Styleinternational style
Address55 East Jackson Boulevard
Smart Address55 East Jackson Boulevard
Smart Address301 South Wabash Avenue
CityChicago
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-16

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