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The Fordham is one of the tallest residential buildings in Chicago. The 52-story building was completed in 2003 at a height of 574 ft (175 m) and features a château-like roof. It was designed by Solomon, Cordwell, Buenz and Associates and developed by the Fordham Company.

The Fordham contains some of the most expensive residential units in Chicago with penthouses occupying the top ten floors of the building.

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Coordinates: 41°53′44″N 87°37′38″W / 41.8955°N 87.6273°W / 41.8955; -87.6273

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