In this edition of Just Listed– a series from Redfin News that explores homes that are noted by Redfin or Compass representatives on Redfin.com— we’re exploring a penthouse in Lincoln Park, Chicago.
The three-bedroom condo sits inside a previous cookie factory originally integrated in 1890
. Photo credit: Burt Sudhaung A top-floor apartment in the heart of Lincoln Park is uniting 2 things Chicago buyers hardly ever discover in one home: genuine industrial history and careful contemporary renovation.
Located at 958 W. Willow St. # 4, the $999,900 three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment sits inside a former cookie factory initially built in 1890. It has given that been transformed into a four-unit condo structure. Today, the 2,000-square-foot penthouse sets skyrocketing ceilings and extra-large windows with thoughtful remodellings that were completed less than 2 years back.
The result is a home that feels definitely rooted in Chicago’s architectural past while delivering the type of elevated surfaces buyers progressively search for in Lincoln Park.
“It includes renowned Chicago architecture, thanks to the turret window that really brings you back to the golden age of the city,” said Redfin’s Daniel Close, who is noting the home. “This unit is unique because after my clients acquired it, they did a substantial renovation that achieved 2 things: It brought the surfaces to a more modern requirement and undid a lot of the problematic peculiarities that come with a historic residential or commercial property like this.”
The galley-style cooking area consists of a generous island, kitchen storage and customized kitchen cabinetry. Picture credit: Burt Sudhaung A Mix of History and Personal Design
From the moment you step within, the home’s historic character takes spotlight.
Extraordinary natural light puts through big windows across the penthouse level, including an uncommon turret window area that’s big enough to have a sitting location. The living room centers around a wood-burning fireplace, creating a comfortable contrast to the lofty proportions of the area.
The galley-style kitchen includes stainless steel home appliances, solid-surface countertops, a generous island, pantry storage and customized cabinetry.
One of the property’s standout features is its mix of personal indoor comfort and accessible outdoor living.
The penthouse includes a personal terrace with skyline views. Photo credit: Burt Sudhaung
The penthouse includes a personal veranda with skyline views, while the structure’s shared sundeck broadens opportunities for amusing or peaceful exterior. The home likewise includes garage parking– a valuable amenity in one of Chicago’s many walkable neighborhoods.
The condominium is near Lincoln Park’s restaurants, shops, parks, and public transport.
Close stated that although his customers had envisioned this property being their home for many years, their lives altered due to a job moving.
“The sellers want individuals to understand this is not a flip. They did all this work to produce an aesthetically spectacular, comfy location for them to live. Whoever buys it will get a home that was remodelled with that in mind; it was never about making money,” he said.