Interior details at 1970 N. Burling St.
Lincoln Park is one of Chicago’s most highly exclusive residential communities, home to countless destinations for dining, shopping and entertainment. We’ve compiled three listings that exude luxury, featuring everything from urban gardens to spacious open floor plans.
545 W. Dickens Ave.
$3,795,000
Constructed in the 1880s, this historic Lincoln Park estate spans 6,400 square feet and features five to six bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. The residence, located on a coveted stretch of Dickens Avenue, features a preserved 50-foot facade, turn-of-the-century front doors and updated ironwork. These usher guests through open-concept living spaces built for entertaining guests, including a sundrenched living room with large plank white oak hardwood floors, a grand fireplace and custom floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The formal dining area boasts a built-in wet bar, a dumbwaiter, intricate millwork accents and a spacious family room. Upstairs, homeowners can retreat to a sitting room with a fireplace, a 1,200-square-foot back deck with a pool, a great room with a dining space, a den with a drop-down movie screen and a chef’s kitchen outfitted with custom Arclinea cabinetry, marble countertops, an island that seats five and high-caliber appliances. The top-floor primary suite touts a custom walk-through closet and a spa-reminiscent en suite bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub and a glass-encased shower. Residents can also enjoy a wine cellar, storage areas, a flex room and a fully equipped home gym with an attached bathroom on the basement level. Timothy Salm, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty, 312.751.0300, sothebysrealty.com
1904 N. Fremont St.
$4,095,000
As visitors enter this 5,300-square-foot home, they are greeted by elegant 11-foot-high ceilings, wood-burning fireplaces and a spacious open floor plan. Recently built by luxury construction firm Landrosh Development, LLC, the residence is situated on a scenic tree-lined street, located just blocks from Halsted Street and Armitage Avenue. With six bedrooms, a flex room and two-and-a-half bathrooms, the abode exudes timeless elegance with a stunning chef’s kitchen, outfitted with Miele appliances, Subzero wine refrigeration, custom cabinetry, an eat-in banquette and a built-out storage pantry and butler’s pantry. On the second level, residents can retreat to three en suite bedrooms with walk-in closets and a primary suite with two additional walk-in closets and a double-sized bathroom with a steam shower and a soaking tub. The sprawling penthouse level encompasses an additional bedroom, a full bathroom, a wet bar, an entertaining space and an outdoor terrace with a fireplace. Al Martin, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, 231.620.3546, berkshirehathaway.com
1970 N. Burling St.
$6,995,000
Award-winning architectural firm Liederbach and Graham meticulously designed this 7,800-square-foot, five-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bathroom home, which is located near the area’s top schools, shops and dining destinations. With interior design details from acclaimed agency Bruce Fox Design, the residence features a combination of exposed brickwork and industrial metal accents like steel stair railings and door frames, coupled with reclaimed barn wood and white oak wall paneling. A lush urban garden and sprawling windows blend outdoor and indoor living, while providing homeowners with abundant sunlight and scenic views of the surrounding greenery. The home’s first-floor living room, dining room, kitchen and great room feature stone details and intricate fabrics, while the enclave makes entertaining effortless with an attached guest suite coach house with a full kitchen and living room. The abode also includes a lofted bedroom with an industrial steel ladder, complete with vaulted ceilings and a treehouse-like ambiance. The lower level of the home grants access to a 900-bottle wine cellar, a tasting room and a recreational room with a sauna and a bath. Emily Sachs Wong, @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, 312.286.0800, atproperties.com
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