Description

***SOLD BEFORE PRINT*** This exquisite, recently renovated, 3 Bed, 3 Bath penthouse unit with secure parking sits at the top of a boutique, Pre-War Elevator Building near Lake Michigan in East Lakeview. After entering the building through the gracious marble lobby, the elevator takes you directly to the front door of the apartment. From the classic foyer with double closets opens to both the spacious living room and the kitchen, ensuring a great flow for everyday living and entertaining. The living room features the original carved stone fireplace, built-in shelving, and a sitting area by the expansive, south-facing bay windows. An elegant, light-filled formal dining room able to seat 12 flows into the custom chefs kitchen. The kitchen incorporates vintage details such as soapstone counters, antique-style hand-made glass cabinet doors, and exposed Chicago brick. It is equipped with high-end Thermador stainless steel appliances, including a 6-burner cooktop, high-speed hood, warming shelves, double wall oven/microwave, and built-in refrigerator. It is lit by two east-facing windows with views across neighboring buildings and the sky, and the kitchen floors hexagonal tile is modern and stylish, yet timeless. There are beautiful parquet floors throughout. An elegant gallery hall with a coved ceiling leads to the bedrooms. The primary suite has four windows with views of trees and the sky, and an attached bath with double sinks, smart storage, heated floors, and a walk-in, luxurious marble shower.

The second bedroom has a walk-in closet, an adjacent full bath with a soaking tub/shower, and a French door leading to the private balcony. There is a third ensuite double bedroom, ideal for guests and/or an office, with separation and privacy from the primary bedroom. A high-end Miele washer and dryer are conveniently located near the bedrooms in a large, well-organized laundry space. This unit is surrounded by trees, creating an open and airy, yet private, environment, which extends to the large, private deck. Additional features include a Sonos sound system with ceiling speakers in several rooms, each capable of playing separate high-quality audio. There is a gas starter in the wood-burning fireplace, natural gas source for BBQ on the balcony, dimmers on all light fixtures, floating shelves in the kitchen, hidden outlets in kitchen and baths, and closet organizers. Private storage, central air, secure garage parking plus space for guests, and common area bike storage complete this home. Steps from Marianos and Broadways many shops, restaurants, and nightlife options, youll find every convenience just one half-block west. A half-block east is Sheridan and CTA/express buses, and the entrance to Lincoln Park, the lake front and Lake Shore Drive lies a further block east. Located in the top-rated Nettelhorst Elementary School district, this home is perfectly situated for city living in a stellar location!