This quaint courtyard, elevator building sits in the heart of highly desirable East Lincoln Park. Just steps away from the Lake, North Pond, the Lincoln Park Zoo and the Green City Farmer's Market, this 2 bed, 1 bath home is a dream! Commonwealth is an exclusive and beautiful tree-lined street with mature trees and classic Chicago courtyard buildings lining the street. This 4th floor home features incredibly spacious and bright rooms with the morning sun shining in from the east-facing windows in the dining room, kitchen and second bedroom, while the afternoon glow streams into the living room and spacious primary bedroom. Just two units per floor in this tier allow for boutique living where you know your neighbors, yet still live in the heart of one of our city's most beloved neighborhoods. When you enter this home, you are greeted by a foyer with coat closet. From there, you enter the spacious living room with three large windows and a layout that will allow for any furniture setup. This flows in a large formal dining room with built-in bookshelves. From there stems a split floor plan with the kitchen, second bedroom and laundry room to the south, and the bathroom and gracious primary bedroom to the north. Beautiful vintage features including crown molding with ceiling details, original trim and hardwood floors throughout. All unit windows are newer, replaced approximately 10 years ago. In-unit laundry. Hardwood floors throughout. Low HOA fees (very reasonable for LP!) include heat, which brings significant cost savings during Chicago's cold winters. And thanks to cooling lake breezes and ample windows, this home stays very comfortable during the summer months. SpacePak can be added, but this unit comes with two AC window units to use as needed. Lincoln Elementary school and Lincoln Park high school district. A truly unbeatable Lincoln Park Location: easy 10-minute walk to the lakefront path and Lincoln Park Zoo, with iconic local favorites like the Lincoln Park Conservatory and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum less than two blocks away. Top-tier local dining favorites such as North Pond, Mon Ami Gabi, S.K.Y. and many other cafes and restaurants are an easy walk. Boutique shopping, grocery stores, and parks are all nearby as well. Quick downtown access via express CTA bus on Lake Shore Drive. Street permit parking available, with leased garage options nearby. Building is professionally managed with solid reserves and a live-in engineer, plus storage, bike room, and additional coin laundry. New roof coming November 2025, seller will cover in full. This home offers the perfect mix of classic Chicago architecture, historic details, financial value, and an enviable Lincoln Park lifestyle.
