Cozy Urban Retreat in the Heart of Lakeview! Nestled in the vibrant East Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, this charming Historic 125-year-old Brick Victorian offers a unique blend of urban convenience and tranquil living. With its prime location, an extra wide/deep 37.5X157 lot and thoughtfully designed spaces, this 4-level home presents an exceptional opportunity to experience the best of city living. The residence exudes timeless elegance with its blend of vintage details which have been painstakingly restored and updated. This 6000+ sqft of living space with 8+ bedrooms and 7.1 bathrooms home has custom trim details, plaster moldings and stained glass/leaded beveled edge windows throughout to create an inviting atmosphere throughout. As you approach the home you will find the large covered front porch inviting you into the formal double door wood paneled vestibule. On the 1st level you will find a formal front parlor room with stunning leaded beveled edge and stained glass windows, tall coved ceilings, ornate gas fireplace with beautifully detailed wood-mirrored mantle and stone/tiled hearth and original pocket doors that open into the large living room. The grand living room has tall coffered ceilings featuring magnificent plaster moldings with intricate details, wood paneled walls, portrait lighting/wall sconces, stunning leaded beveled edge glass bay window, gas fireplace with wood/tiled mantle and hearth with custom built-in cabinetry and leaded glass windows. The living room also has the original pocket doors leading into the formal dining room. The dining room has leaded beveled edge glass windows, coved ceilings, portrait lighting/wall sconces, wood paneled walls with custom built-in cabinetry and elegant built-in hutch with buffet. The well-appointed modern eat-in kitchen features high end Wolf, Sub Zero, Miele appliances, ample storage in the substantial custom cabinets and butler's pantry and a convenient layout that makes cooking a pleasure. Whether you're preparing a gourmet meal or a quick snack, this kitchen caters to your culinary needs. The 2nd level has 4+ bedrooms, 3 full baths and full-size laundry room with kitchenette. The 3rd level has an additional 3+ bedrooms, 2 baths and kitchen, ideal for additional living arrangement. Throughout the home are gleaming hardwood floors which have been restored to full beauty. Enter the fully finished basement and be amazed by the space, finishes and functionality. The basement features a large recreation room with gas fireplace, 2 full baths, exercise room and large bonus/storage room with extra refrigerator and sink. Hotwater radiant heat and Zoned Central AC thru-out the home. Step outside to your private outdoor space - a serene oasis in the heart of the city. Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee or unwinding in the evening breeze, this area is perfect for relaxation. Enjoy the large, covered porch off the rear of the kitchen which leads out to a lovely private garden and the rare side yard with blue stone path to front side drive with gated parking pad. In the rear of the property is a coach house which has a 3 car heated garage with a lower level 3500 bottle climate controlled wine cellar below and a 2 bedroom, 1 bath living space above. The coach house living space is ideal for a Live-in Nanny, Extended family or Additional rental income as its currently rented for $2,090 a month. There is additional parking pad next to garage currently used by the coach house tenant. Access to public transportation and major thoroughfares ensures easy mobility around the city. Walk to parks, lake, nightlife and shopping. This is more than a home; it's a lifestyle opportunity in one of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods. Don't miss your chance to make 627 Melrose your urban retreat. Schedule a viewing today and experience it for yourself.

** BRAND NEW CUSTOM HOME .** Prepare to be amazed by this stunning two-level home boasting over 4500 sqft of luxurious living space! Featuring five bedrooms plus an office and 4 1/2 bathrooms, this residence is designed for ultimate comfort and convenience. The three-car garage provides ample space for vehicles and storage, adding to the convenience of this magnificent home. As you enter, you're greeted by a seamless flow from the living room to the family room, both adorned with a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The expansive kitchen area, with its large centered island and seamless cabinets, is a chef's dream, equipped with high-end appliances and a hidden, huge pantry for all your culinary needs. Hardwood floors grace both levels of the home, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication throughout. A convenient office space, complete with a powder room right next to it, sits just off the kitchen, offering a quiet retreat for work or study. Step into the luxurious owner's suite, where relaxation awaits in an elegant bathroom featuring double vanity, freestanding soaking tub, and a rainfall steam shower, providing the ultimate spa-like experience. His and hers walking closets ensure ample storage space for your wardrobe essentials. On the second floor, you'll find the convenience of a laundry room, making chores a breeze. In addition to the main living areas, the lower level of this remarkable home features a spacious recreational room. The fifth bedroom, providing privacy and versatility, is also situated on this level. For added convenience, there's a full bathroom nearby. Furthermore, the basement hosts a second laundry area, enhancing functionality and ease of living. Additionally, a separate exit from the basement provides accessibility and convenience for residents. Discover unparalleled convenience and luxury living in this unique home located near train stations, shopping centers, parks, and schools. With easy access to all Lake Forest has to offer, residents can enjoy prime shopping, delicious dining, scenic trails, and the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline just moments away. Experience the epitome of Lake Forest living with a lifestyle tailored to perfection. This home truly offers the epitome of luxury living, with thoughtful design and high-end finishes throughout. Prepare to be amazed by all it has to offer!

* No Showings until sellers prepare the home* Nestled on a charming tree-lined street in the heart of Lincoln Park, this exceptional 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath brick and limestone residence has been thoughtfully updated to blend classic character with modern elegance. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by an open-concept layout and beautifully restored hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. The formal living and dining rooms feature a striking gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The chef-inspired kitchen is a standout, showcasing sleek stone countertops, fresh white cabinetry with ample storage, high-end stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island that doubles as an eating area. A cozy family room and a powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, the sophisticated design continues with four generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a private bath. The spa-like en suite boasts a standalone soaking tub, while an additional full bath and convenient second-floor laundry add practicality to the space. The fully finished lower level offers a massive bonus room, a versatile fifth bedroom perfect for a home office or gym, another beautifully updated bathroom, and incredible storage space. Outside, the home's bi-level deck provides an idyllic space for outdoor entertaining, while the two-car garage offers a fully equipped room above with heating, air conditioning, and cable - perfect for a home office, studio, or lounge. With a prime location just minutes from shopping, dining, public transportation, and top-rated schools in the Lincoln Park district, this home provides the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and comfort.

Start 2023 in a gorgeous waterfront home! Welcome to 100 Shoreline Drive, a Mid Century Modern beach house where every day is like living on vacation! This serene home is situated on a beautiful hillside, wrapped in perennial gardens that have been lovingly tended for years, and is one of only 24 homes on private 7.5 acre Park Lake. Built in 1964 and designed by architect Louis Huebner, this home has been renovated from the inside out. Top of mind throughout the multi-year renovation: creating a modern home designed to live stylishly while in harmony with its natural surroundings. The result? A home designed in the modern vernacular of concrete, glass, and steel; composed of simple connected shapes with an emphasis on asymmetry. The home is nestled in a stand of soaring black locust and walnut trees whose verticality provides a backdrop for the light geometric form of the home. Built with easy care in mind, the exterior is wrapped in maintenance-free Hardie board, with textural accents of corrugated steel and touches of exotic ipe wood. At every turn, materials were selected to align with the primary mission of complementing rather than competing with the setting. Of great importance to the owner was the use of environmentally-friendly materials and design elements that would bring the outside in. So, in addition to 7 skylights spanning the main corridor, the entire back elevation of the home received energy-efficient doors and windows. Now, window walls provide views of nature, natural light and a delightful breeze off the lake. These big windows are especially pretty paired with the airy open floor plan. Each beautiful living space unfolds gracefully off a central corridor, from one room to the next. Standing in the foyer, the kitchen, dining room, and living room are ahead and to your right; bedrooms to your left. What's exceptional here are the sight lines: because this home has the open plan and structural form of a modern design, you see the most intriguing views framed by architectural elements, from room to room. You also have the option of closing tall folding doors and sliding pocket doors shut, which entirely reconfigures the space.The kitchen is large- and centered by an unusually large island. This is a kitchen outfitted with upscale appliances and attitude: it suits one who really loves to cook.. and who loves others to join in. There are 2 dining room options here: one within the footprint of the kitchen, the other a beautiful space that's currently hosting a grand piano. Around the corner is a chic living room that handily accepts party spillover from the kitchen and adds the drama of a mammoth troweled-concrete fireplace. Via the central corridor to the other end of the home, you'll find 3 BRs- each with an oversized sliding glass door leading outside. The primary BR has a spacious ensuite spa-style BA with a beach vibe. In the gallery area there's special art: a floor-to-ceiling chalkboard, jammed with messages written by every guest who's visited the beach house. Now, the chalkboard awaits the next generation of authors and messages. Down the beautiful spiral staircase is a large entertainment space that opens to the patio and lake. This area offers a fun place for BBQs and swimming parties; chilled snowman-builders, ice skaters, and cross-country skiers will gather at the woodburning fireplace. Completing this level are 2 more BRs, a full BA, and a sprawling utility room. To meet his goal of living with respect for the environment, the owner installed a solar system (including battery back up) which has entirely covered the home's electricity use since installation. 60 AMP supercharger setup in the garage. (Wouldn't it be a pleasure to live in this beautiful home AND do good for our environment as well?) Check recent sales on the lakes: 240 N. Dee sold (off market) in March 2022 for $2.1M; 208 N. Dee Rd sold $1M for land only. 243 Murphy Lake Rd just closed at $1,475,000 and needs $400,000 of updates.

Newer construction, less than 4 years old, single family home located in highly sought after Country Club area. Walk to Uptown Park Ridge, Metra, restaurants, and Whole Foods. 4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath, oak hardwood floors throughout 1st and 2nd floor. Eat in kitchen with high end Thermador appliances and quartz counter tops. Mud room off side entrance door with plenty of storage. 2nd floor laundry room with quartz counter tops. Magnificent basement with wine room, bar and theater room.

Charming Contemporary Tudor-style home built with the highest quality standards and impeccable attention to detail. Double front doors open to gracious foyer featuring 9' ceilings, broad crown molding, beautiful wainscoting, and handsome wood staircase. Off the foyer is an in-law arrangement bedroom suite with ensuite full bath... a comfy and private place for Grandma to live full-time, or a welcoming space when she visits. This beautiful space can also be utilized as a convenient office or glamorous formal dining room. A sprawling great room with softly gleaming hardwood floors, architectural windows, and statement gas fireplace adjoins a fabulous, oversized chef's kitchen. The kitchen's top-drawer details include a 9' quartz island, custom cabinetry, and Thermador appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen, a lovely dining area with sliders opening to a cedar deck overlooks a beautiful private yard. Completing the main level is a convenient mudroom with lots of storage. Upstairs, a bright hallway with upholstered window seat opens onto four bedrooms, all with 9' ceilings. The primary bedroom with tray ceiling and two closets adjoins a spa-like primary bath featuring freestanding bathtub, large separate glass-walled shower with rainshower head, two marble-topped vanities, and extensive designer tilework. Also on this level are 3 more bedrooms, each with ensuite bath. Convenient second-level laundry is equipped with premium LG front-load washer & dryer. The lower level, with its 8 1/2' ceilings, boasts a spacious, light-filled recreation room and bedroom #6 with ensuite bath that's perfect for a teenager who wants privacy. Plus, there's a second laundry room with Whirlpool front-load washer & dryer, laundry sink, storage cabinetry, and an attached utility room. The two-car garage matches the style of the home, and a gated cedar fence surrounds the back yard, offering both privacy and security. Hardscaping includes paver drive/sidewalks, large cedar deck, and bluestone chip patio. The lush yard, which has been professionally landscaped and maintained, features many trees, evergreens, mature perennial beds, gorgeous roses, and hydrangeas- all tended by a multi-zoned, full-yard programable underground sprinkler system. For your family's comfort and protection, the home features dual furnaces and A/C units, Nest programable thermostats, a hot water recirculation pump, a dual 1/2-HP alternating sump pump system, and a home security system with motion sensors. Plus, in the event of a local power outage, a Generac 22kw natural-gas-powered automatic standby generator will keep the entire house running. This home is conveniently located -- walk to schools, Wildwood Nature Preserve, Centennial Park, PR Senior Center, Uptown, and the Park Ridge Library; access to Metra and the expressway are mere minutes away. Ultimately, this home really has it all. From the moment you step inside, you'll feel that you're in a special place -- a home whose history was started lovingly by its first owners. And now, 123 N. Hamlin is ready for YOUR family to write its next chapter!