3844 N Ashland Ave. #45

Quiet top floor retreat nestled among the treetops on back side of building in West Lakeview 2 blocks from Southport Corridor. None of this home faces Ashland. Rarely available, extra-wide 2 bed, 2 bath penthouse in highly sought-after, all-brick, boutique elevator building with two car side-by-side attached garage parking. A gracious foyer with entry table or bench and artwork and coat closet welcomes you home. Open concept, split-bedroom layout with a bedroom on each side of the oversized living, dining and kitchen space. Living room easily accommodates a sectional couch with two sliding doors to a huge private deck. The 22' wide back deck faces the quiet rear side overlooking treetops of the neighborhood and Western sunset views. Dining room with updated lighting can fit the largest of tables with space for buffet. Beautiful, updated chef's kitchen features fresh white 42" flat-panel cabinets, light granite counters, glass subway tile backsplash, new stainless steel appliances, and an island with glass pendants above. Primary suite fits king-size bed, nightstands, desk & dresser, has two organized closets and spa-like primary bath with new quartz counters on a grey double vanity, frameless glass shower and separate soaking tub. Spacious second bedroom is used as nursery but easily fits a queen bed with nightstands, dresser and desk, has an organized closet and 2nd full bath has dark wood vanity and modern 12x24" porcelain tile on walls and floor. Hardwood floors throughout and many recent upgrades include new tankless hot water heater, furnace, AC, washer/dryer in laundry room with storage. Elevator to an expansive (1200+ sq ft) common roof deck with five furnished seating areas and fabulous skyline views. Excellent all-brick building with 2 car side-by-side attached heated garage parking, secure lobby entrance, 10-seat theater room, professional management, low assessments, an attentive and responsive HOA and robust reserves with no specials. Great West Lakeview location in top-ranked Blaine Elementary School District. 1 block to Starbucks, 2 blocks to Southport Corridor for shopping and dining, 3 blocks to Brown Line train.