212 Marengo Ave. #1N

New construction in 2007, fabulous two story brick and stone condominium is 2,152 square feet and is duplexed up on first and second floors. Contemporary luxury defines this spacious 2 bed 2 bath corner unit. Architecturally attractive and intimate four unit condominium building and association. Walking through the the front door, you will enter into a soaring 2 story living and dining area with an 18' cathedral ceiling with abundant natural light from the living room's floor-to-ceiling windows. Premium espresso oak floors with bright white trim, moldings, and doors. Beautiful open floor plan includes a chef's kitchen with 42" cherry cabinets, a large center island with breakfast bar, gorgeous gray and white granite countertops with tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a good size pantry closet. White Solid panel wood doors throughout with upgraded oil rubbed bronze knobs and hardware. There is a patio off the first floor and a large balcony off of the master bedroom. This unit also has a family room that is 15x15 and an office with french doors that could also be used as a den or 3rd bedroom as an option for new owner. The master bedroom suite is 17x19 with a sumptuous master bath with a double sink vanity, oversized mosaic tile shower with bench, and an Origami Spa Bath with air jets. Massive walk-in closet with built-in shelves and organizers. This house lives like a single family home with 2,152 square feet on two floors! Parking includes one garage and one outdoor space. Guests can easily find parking right in front of the building. This luxury condominium is at an unbeatable value with property taxes of just over $10,000. Prime Forest Park location just a short walk to dining, shopping and transportation. Close to expressway. Recent improvements include: new GE Profile French Door Refrigerator/Freezer with water/ice on door, new custom window treatments throughout, new Frigidaire stackable washer and dryer, new carpet in Master bedroom, closet and hallway upstairs. This home is equipped with a newer hot water heater and a new hot water circulating pump for fast hot water. Nest Smart Thermostat. New Schlage Rear entry keypad. New custom wall mount for flat screen TV with custom swivel mount and no visible wires. New ceiling fan in family room and faucet in kitchen.