1330 E 56th Street #7W

Chicago, Illinois 60637

Bixler Park facing 2 BD, 1 BA condo in ideal Hyde Park location in Golden Triangle steps to University of Chicago campus. Walking distance to shopping and dining including Medici, French Bakery, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, as well as the Metra, the lakefront, beaches, running & bike paths and The Point. This top-floor condo is in a boutique 1929 vintage building with only two units per floor, providing a private feel and has abundant sunlight from southern, western, and northern exposures. Enjoy views of Bixler Park, University architecture (both gothic & contemporary), downtown skyline views and Obama Center. Beautifully renovated in 2024 by the owner, an architect and interior designer with a keen eye for detail! The condo maintains vintage charm throughout from the original wooden beamed ceiling, the original wood-burning fireplace in the living room, 9ft ceilings and built-ins. New painted paneling and wooden mantle create striking focal point in living room. Large scale Restoration Hardware picture lights on dimmers installed for the art collector in living and dining room. Brand-new kitchen featuring a spacious workstation sink with a Kohler faucet, panel-front dishwasher, vintage-inspired gas range, panel-front Subzero refrigerator and freezer, and leathered marble countertops. Open shelving with a library ladder offers both function and charm, while a breakfast bar with an arched pass-through completes the space. The dining room exudes a cozy family-lounge atmosphere, complete with built-in cabinetry, custom lighting, generous storage, beverage and wine refrigerators, and a marble-topped serving counter. A custom-framed television and sound bar blend seamlessly with the room's vintage accents. High-end Farrow & Ball designer paint throughout, infusing the condo with warmth and sophistication. Renovated bathroom featuring the original tub, complemented by new marble floors, subway tiles, and Kohler fixtures. Visual Comfort light fixtures have been thoughtfully incorporated throughout the home. Both bedrooms comfortably fit king-size beds with room for additional furniture and offer spacious closets. One of the two bedrooms features elegant bookcases with a charming library ladder. New custom wool Karastan carpets flow throughout the home, adding warmth and comfort over the original cork floors. The building offers convenient common area laundry facilities and a dedicated storage unit. Three blocks to the Metra, 2 blocks to University Laboratory School, 1 block to 57th Street restaurants! Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, CVS are within easy walking distance.