915 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610

Most Expensive Home Currently For Sale in Illinois

$18,500,000

Date Found: 9/9/2025

Property Overview

A rare piece of Chicago's history, the Thompson House at 915 N. Dearborn stands as one of the Gold Coast's original architectural treasures. Designed in 1888 by Cobb & Frost, the renowned architects behind the Newberry Library and University of Chicago, this grand residence was among the first to define the Gold Coast neighborhood after the Great Chicago Fire. For the next century, it was owned and used by the Scottish Rite. The property was meticulously restored by its current owner beginning in 2009, blending 19th-century grandeur with modern luxury. The Thompson House is now a nationally registered Historic Landmark. This masterpiece preserves its rich past while offering a remarkably livable floor plan where history, elegance, and everyday comfort coexist effortlessly. Constructed from solid red rock, this 5-bedroom, 4.2-bathroom home spans 13,400 square feet, with an additional 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom carriage house above the 3-car garage. This home showcases exceptional craftsmanship with one-of-a-kind finishes and details throughout. Some of the elements include a refurbished original mosaic floor, custom millwork, hand-carved marble fireplaces from Italy, and custom stained glass. Throughout the home, all wood features, including beams, doors, and trim, are custom made from solid Honduras Mahogany, with intricate touches such as paneling and carving. (More on Zillow.)

Source: Zillow

Property Details

Year Built: 1888
Square footage:13,400
Total Bedrooms: 6
Total Bathrooms: 7
Full Bathrooms: 5
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Lot Size: 5,850 sqft
Parking: 3 spaces
5 fireplaces
Carriage house
Mosaic floor
Custom millwork
Stained glass
Elevator
Crystal chandelier
Courtyard
Fountain
Outdoor spaces
Library
Dome skylight
Wet bar
Media area
Spa
Wine display
Murano mural
Glass ceilings
Coach house
Walk-in closets