557 W Arlington Place Chicago IL 60614 MLS #MRD11730305

Behind this classic facade is the most unbelievable home! A truly one-of-a-kind family home located in one of Lincoln Park’s premier neighborhoods – just steps from North Pond, the lakefront, and Lincoln Park Zoo! Set on a peaceful one-way street, this landmark home is the perfect mix of historic charm and modern elegance. The main level is an entertainer’s paradise, featuring an extraordinary open kitchen design, a formal living room with elegant arched windows and a gas fireplace, a dining room with an attached butler’s pantry that offers double drawer refrigerator, dishwasher, and ample storage. A family room and rear deck that leads down to a private sport court completes this level. The custom kitchen designed by Chip Von Weise and Mark Fraser with interior design by Karen Pearson at JP Interiors features oak flooring, floor-to-ceiling burled walnut cabinetry, Alison Berger Design light pendants, an oversized 3cm quartzite waterfall island with bar seating and extra storage, two polished nickel faucet sinks, two paneled dishwashers, a 5-burner gas stove top range with a hidden storage wall, and oversized SubZero refrigerator and freezer. The open design of the kitchen to the modern family room with motorized window shades and aluminum-clad wood windows allows for effortless family living with easy access to both the Azek engineered back deck and sport court. Take one of two stairways up to the second level, which offers three spacious bedroom suites. The ultimate primary suite includes floor-to-ceiling windows, a cozy gas fireplace, an oversized custom walk-in closet, and an ensuite spa-like bathroom with dual vanities, soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Two additional spacious bedrooms are found on this level, along with a conveniently located laundry center complete with two Whirlpool washers and dryers, and a study area with built-in desks and bookshelves. The top floor features a generously sized bedroom suite, floor-to-ceiling windows that provide abundant natural light, and access to a large private terrace with Azek Engineered decking. The lower level has radiant heated flooring throughout and offers a media room with built-in custom cabinetry and wet bar, a large screen projector perfect for hosting game nights or sporting events, a guest bedroom suite, a home gym, a mudroom with 5 built-in lockers/cubbies, and a powder room. Outdoor access is excellent and includes a custom sport court, basketball hoop, greenery wall, and a detached 3-car garage with an electric vehicle charging station. Walk to Collectivo for your morning coffee or stroll down Clark street for fabulous dining and shopping!