The Narragansett

The Narragansett is a 22-story residential tower on East 50th Street distinguished by brick piers, terra cotta spandrels, and decorative limestone accenting its lower levels. The building houses 63 apartments and merges residential function with striking architectural detailing.

Built in 1928, the structure arose during a period of intensive residential construction in Chicago. Its construction was part of the transformation of this area into an upscale waterfront neighborhood.

The facade displays Art Deco features typical of the 1920s, with geometric patterns and vertical lines characteristic of that era. These design choices remain defining elements of the neighborhood's appearance today.

The building is located in the Kenwood neighborhood with good access to the lakeside setting and surrounding urban area. Visitors should note that residential units are private, but the exterior facade can be admired from the street.

The building was part of the Chicago Beach Development and appears on the National Register of Historic Places. It shares the skyline with the neighboring Powhatan Apartments, creating a visual dialogue between two residential towers of the same era.