Tribune Tower
435 N Michigan Avenue
Tribune Tower Chicago condos at 435 N Michigan Avenue represent one of the most significant luxury residential redevelopments in the city’s history.
Once home to the Chicago Tribune, this iconic neo-Gothic landmark has been reimagined as a collection of luxury condominiums on the Magnificent Mile. For buyers researching Tribune Tower condos for sale, the appeal is unmatched: architectural legacy, prime riverfront positioning, and modern residences integrated within one of Chicago’s most celebrated buildings.
Few addresses offer this level of history, prestige, and daily livability.
Completed in 1925 following an international design competition, Tribune Tower stands as one of the most recognizable buildings in Chicago.
Its neo-Gothic façade, flying buttresses, and ornate stone detailing define the tower’s exterior, while more than 150 historic fragments embedded into the base — sourced from global landmarks including the Great Wall of China, the Parthenon, and the Moon — give the building a narrative unlike any other residential address in the city.
The residential conversion preserved this architectural integrity while introducing modern systems and interiors, allowing Tribune Tower condos to balance historic character with contemporary expectations.
This is legacy architecture adapted for modern ownership.
Tribune Tower residences are organized around volume, light, and view.
Homes feature oversized windows, open living spaces, and ceiling heights that reflect the building’s original construction. Many residences enjoy direct views of the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, Michigan Avenue, and the skyline, while select homes incorporate private terraces framed by the tower’s historic stonework.
Interiors are designed for long-term living rather than novelty. Kitchens feature custom cabinetry and professional-grade appliances, while primary suites emphasize scale, privacy, and spa-level finishes.
Each residence is inherently unique — a defining characteristic of ownership at Tribune Tower.
Tribune Tower offers a full suite of luxury amenities designed to support both privacy and lifestyle.
Residents enjoy an indoor pool and sun deck overlooking Michigan Avenue, a fitness center and spa facilities, private dining and entertaining spaces, landscaped outdoor terraces, and dedicated areas for recreation and leisure. Professional door staff, concierge services, and valet parking provide a consistent, full-service residential experience.
Amenities here are curated to match the building’s stature.
Located at 435 N Michigan Avenue, Tribune Tower sits at the intersection of the Magnificent Mile, the Chicago Riverwalk, and downtown Chicago.
The building offers immediate access to riverfront paths, Millennium Park, Michigan Avenue shopping, and the city’s cultural core. Unlike many luxury towers, Tribune Tower combines landmark visibility with walkable connectivity to both business and leisure destinations.
This location is foundational to long-term value.
Tribune Tower condos trade on uniqueness, view orientation, and architectural character.
Because no two residences are identical, pricing is influenced by window placement, ceiling height, exposure, and interior condition rather than square footage alone. Homes that clearly articulate their view corridors and historical elements tend to outperform, particularly when paired with thoughtful interior updates.
Successful transactions require a building-specific understanding of value.
Tribune Tower is not a building that rewards generalist knowledge.
With 15+ closed transactions within the building, Mike Larson brings a depth of experience that allows buyers and sellers to navigate Tribune Tower with precision. Understanding how floor plans differ, how views evolve vertically, and how individual residences compare historically is essential to achieving strong outcomes.
Buyers benefit from informed guidance on layout, exposure, and pricing.
Sellers benefit from accurate positioning and marketing tailored specifically to Tribune Tower’s buyer profile.
Mike Larson advises clients across Chicago’s most architecturally significant residential buildings and provides confidential, building-specific expertise at Tribune Tower Chicago.
For those seeking a luxury residence that blends architectural history with modern living, Tribune Tower Chicago condos offer an opportunity found nowhere else in the city.
Whether drawn by the building’s legacy, its riverfront location, or the individuality of each residence, ownership at Tribune Tower represents a rare intersection of history, design, and lifestyle.
Contact Mike Larson to explore current and upcoming Tribune Tower condos for sale and experience Chicago living at its most iconic.
