5201 S Cornell Avenue # 22A-B

If you love amazing views, this home is for you! This gorgeous fully updated one-of-a-kind condominium home is comprised of a combined two units and occupies the full north, east and west corner of the building-- offering sweeping views of the city and the lake. There are two entry foyers, the larger is a perfect gallery space for your favorite photographs or artwork. The current owners have created a remarkable space that makes entertaining easy in this extraordinarily spacious open floor plan home. The living room, dining room, wet bar, family room and kitchen all flow seamlessly. The living room has a gas fireplace, the dining room can accommodate multiple guests, the wet bar with wine cooler offers additional beverage service and storage space and the family room beckons guests to relax and enjoy. Accessible from the living room and dining room there is a 26-foot-long balcony overlooking the lake offering coveted private outdoor space. The fully equipped kitchen has granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances and abundant cabinetry including storage in the oversized island which can easily seat four to six people. Originally a five-bedroom home, two bedrooms in the east wing of the home were combined to create an oversized primary bedroom suite with sitting room, a walk-in closet and a luxurious ensuite bath with separate whirlpool, steam shower and double sinks. The west wing of the home contains three bedrooms, one of which has been crafted into an open office (but can easily be restored for private bedroom use). In this wing is a large ensuite bedroom with walk in closet and a beautiful bath with walk-in shower with multiple shower jets. The updated full guest bath has a walk-in shower. Recent improvements to the home include new and refurbished red oak floors done in September 2022; kitchen cooktop, vent, oven, microwave, and refaced kitchen cabinets; wet bar cabinetry, faucet and wine cooler; and the entire apartment was painted in November 2022. Cornell Village is a premier Hyde Park condominium complex offering desired amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool and sundeck, party room with outside access, a fitness center, door staff, mezzanine level laundry, storage and garage parking. Located steps to transportation, shopping, restaurants, the lake, parks, Museum of Science and Industry, the upcoming Obama Presidential Center and the University of Chicago. An optional two garage spaces are guaranteed at a monthly fee of $150 each. The current property taxes do not reflect any exemptions.