3844 N Ashland Ave. #42

Quiet top floor retreat nestled among the treetops in West Lakeview 2 blocks from Southport Corridor. Rarely available, extra-wide 2 bed, 2 bath penthouse in highly sought-after, all-brick, boutique elevator building. Open concept layout & very wide living room has space for home office and huge sectional couch with split bedroom floorplan - one on each side of living room. Two spacious sun-filled balconies, off each side of living room & each bedroom, provide view of Willis Tower and green treetops. Beautiful chef's kitchen features dark walnut stained 42" flat-panel cabinets, granite counters, glass subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and large island with glass pendants above. King-sized primary suite has a huge walk-in customized California closet and spa-like primary bath from recent total gut renovation with new double vanity, marble counter, porcelain tile on floor and walls, frameless glass shower and separate soaking tub. Second bedroom offers space for a queen bed, armoire and desk, with an organized closet and 2nd full bath with dark wood vanity, Toto toilet and modern 12x24" porcelain tile on walls and floor. You'll love the gracious foyer that fits entry table and bench, large organized pantry & coat closet, built-in speakers in living, dining, primary bedroom and bathroom, newer hot water heater, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Ride the elevator up to the expansive (1200+ sq ft) common roof deck, recently refurbished and furnished, with fabulous skyline views. Excellent all brick building with 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.