Veterans United Realty
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500 W Barry Avenue 5E, Chicago, IL 60657

3 beds
3 baths
Built in 1926

***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 chef's 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 floor's 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 Mariano's and Broadway's many shops, restaurants, and nightlife options, you'll 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!


Listing Status:
Sold
Date Added:
June 25, 2024 — 96 days ago
Listing Office:
Dream Town Real Estate, Hadley Rue (773-852-4478)
Office Phone:
773-852-4478
MLS ID:
12081192

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Rooms:
Deck, Foyer
Master Bath:
Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub
Appliances:
Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Range Hood
Dining:
Separate
Basement:
None
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas, Steam, Radiant
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick, Deck, Storms/Screens, End Unit, Cable Access
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 1

Construction

General:
Condo,Vintage

Location

HOA Amenities:
Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), Storage, Heat, Water, Parking, Insurance, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet, 1138.0, Monthly
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
299
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
14281050751005

Utilities

Utilities:
Circuit Breakers
Water:
Lake Michigan,Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Condo

This listing courtesy of:
Dream Town Real Estate, Hadley Rue

About Chicago, IL

Housing

Number of Units
1,208,010
Median Home Value
$320,169
Median Rent
$1,131

55.74% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.90% are vacant.

Commute

Car
44.88%
Public Transportation
19.46%
Walk to Work
4.26%
Work from Home
29.59%
Other
0.70%

The median travel time to work is 27 minutes.

People

Population
2,658,686
Median Age
36.40
Median Household Size
2.54

Education

High School
22.12%
Associate’s Degree
5.76%
Bachelor’s Degree
24.28%
Graduate Degree
17.51%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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