1200 N Lake Shore Drive #305
Chicago, IL 60610

Meticulous details flow around every corner of this professionally designed one bedroom home. Located in a boutique, architecturally significant Benjamin Marshall building, this home has a vintage charm that's been revived with a warm, refined ambience making it the ideal, relaxing city retreat. Fine points include custom millwork, solid core doors with original brass and crystal hardware, premium textile wall covering, elegant lighting and flawless dark walnut hardwood floors. Enter into the formal foyer and admire the one-of-a kind classic designer look of the broad crown molding, subtle patterned wall coverings, gorgeous antique chandelier and turn-of-the century sconces. The foyer leads into the massive living room, with 11 foot ceiling heights with walls enveloped in a pleasing, textured grass cloth, thick baseboards and wainscoting. Twin drum shades from Ralph Lauren hang from the coffered beams in the ceiling. Newly installed hand trimmed fabric curtains and Hunter Douglas silhouette shades frame the impressive windows. The eat-in kitchen is intimate and tucked on the other side of the home and features integrated high-end Dacor appliances, custom paneled cabinets, chequerboard marble tile floor and newly installed window shades. In the bathroom find a totally timeless space with floor-to-ceiling Carrera marble tile work, beautiful designer sconces and custom mirrors and storage. The remarkable sized primary bedroom features a plush oyster print carpet, Hunter Douglas Duette blackout shades and a French door walk-in closet. Relish the summer nights on the recently renovated common roof deck for incredible lake and city views, and the perfect spot to watch the Air and Water Show. Attractive Gold Coast location close to Oak Street Beach, the Lakefront path, Lincoln Park Farmer's Market and the city's best restaurants and shopping. Large storage unit included. Valet Garage parking available in the building next door for $425/month. Magnificent pre-war building with doorman, onsite engineer and management company. Assessments include heat, water, RCN cable, internet, doorman, elevator and common area maintenance. Assmt: $1,486.36/mo Tax: $8,043/yr.