$200,000

Because You Deserve a View That Makes Your Zoom Background Jealous Are you tired of looking at the brick wall of the building next door? Welcome to East Lakeview, where this sun-filled 1-bed/1-bath condo offers views of the lake and park so gorgeous you'll immediately stop paying attention to anything your boss is saying on that conference call. This isn't just a condo; it's a "very large" expanse of newer floors waiting for your socks to slide across them like Tom Cruise in *Risky Business*. We're talking tons of closet space. Do you own "tons" of clothes? Doesn't matter. It's a challenge now. Go shopping. The living room is huge. There's plenty of space for an "office nook," which is realtor-speak for "the corner where you'll doom-scroll while ignoring the Peloton you bought." No worries, as high speed internet is included! The dining area can easily hold a table for 6-8 people, assuming you actually know 8 people you like enough to cook for. **STOP! PUT DOWN THE SLEDGEHAMMER.** The old listing said you could remove the wall between the kitchen and living room for an "open concept." Forget that noise. We already did the hard work. The kitchen is brand spanking new. We're talking gleaming stainless steel appliances that will show every single fingerprint, ultra-modern white flat-panel cabinets that are sexier than your car, and trendy black fixtures that say, "I read design blogs." **The Bathroom: Your New Selfie Studio** We didn't just remodel the bathroom; we curated an experience. It features white subway tile with dark grout (because obviously that's the law now) and enough brushed brass fixtures to make you feel like you won an Oscar just for brushing your teeth. The vanity has a marble top that demands high-end skincare products, and the teal walls are there to provide a calming backdrop while you panic about being late for work. It is legally required by the state of Illinois that you post at least one mirror pic from here per week. **Location, Location, Temptation:** You are one block from the Lake, meaning you have absolutely no excuse not to jog, yet you still won't. You are walking distance to the Red Line (for adventure), Starbucks (for survival), and Whole Foods (for emptying your bank account on artisanal cheese). **The Building: Fancy Adult Dorm Life** This is a full-service concierge building. That means a 24-hour doorperson is there to silently judge the amount of Amazon packages you receive and the questionable state of your 2 AM pizza delivery orders. There's a package room, a bike room, basement storage for the holiday decorations you hate, and coin laundry (a fantastic opportunity to meet your neighbors while fighting over the last dryer). Head up to the new sundeck to soak up breathtaking views of downtown while awkwardly making small talk around the community grills. **The Fine Print (The Good Stuff):** HOA fees include heat. That's right. Crank that thermostat up to "tropical" in February just because you can. Basic cable and high speed internet is also included, ensuring you never miss a rerun of *Law & Order: SVU*. Garage valet parking is immediately available, so you can feel like Bruce Wayne every time you need to get groceries. Express LSD buses stop right at the front door, offering a swift escape until winter hits. *Sorry, no dogs allowed.* (Your cat paid us to say that.) *No investors/renters.* This is an exclusive club for people who actually want to live here.