Chicago's prominent lakefront community, Museum Park, recently unveiled its latest addition, Museum Park Place. Featuring spectacular lakefront vistas, expansive living spaces and close proximity to all of Chicago's treasures, Museum Park Place offers the finest in lakefront living.
Developed by The Enterprise Companies, this 23-story building will include 187 condominium residences along with seven contemporary-styled townhomes situated at the base of the building. Construction is slated to begin by fall 2005. Characterized by floor-to-ceiling windows, lively diagonal expressions and exposed steel elements, Museum Park Place is unlike any other along Chicago's lakefront.
"After opening only two weeks ago, we're already close to half sold - and for good reason," notes Ron Shipka, Jr., principal of The Enterprise Companies. "Museum Park Place has it all, stunning water views, prime location, flowing floorplans and incomparable amenities – all for thousands less than other lakefront communities."
Museum Park Place offers interested buyers a wide variety of home styles to choose from. East-facing, two-bedroom plus den residences are priced from the mid $400s and offer between 1,055 and 1,260 square feet of living space. Starting in the $500s, the three-bedroomn homes feature 1,600 or 1,670 square feet and offer north, east and west views or south, east and west views. The townhomes, located along the base of the building, are priced from the mid $500s and include three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths.
Quality is a standard feature in every Museum Park Place home. Each residence is unusually spacious, with living/dining rooms large enough for a formal dining room set. Other features include continuous floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Lake Michigan to the east or The Women's Park to the west. In addition, each home boasts a private balcony or terrace and hardwood flooring throughout the living/dining room, kitchen, den and foyer.
"Almost every plan includes a unique bonus room which can be utilized in a variety of ways such as a home office, den or even a studio," says Shipka. "This is important for many homeowners since it enables them to keep the second bedroom free from being forced into double duty."
Another exceptional amenity at Museum Park Place is The Design Center Showroom, which makes it easy for buyers to build a home that is truly their own. Full-time designers will consult with each individual to personalize their home. Whether a buyer is seeking advice on how to adapt their space to fit their lifestyle or they are interested in special materials, these dedicated professionals will direct and inspire each and every homebuyer.
"The possibilities of these homes are never ending," notes Shipka. "For those who love cooking, plan on creating a gourmet kitchen. Or if entertaining is high on someone's list, a built-in media center can be added. And of course, opting for a soothing, spa-style bath is a great way to banish stress."
The eminence of Museum Park Place extends beyond merely the interior of these homes. All residents can take advantage of the community's array of on-site social and recreational facilities, highlighted by the Museum Park Place Skyclub. Situated on the 23rd floor, the Skyclub includes a private fitness center featuring the very latest cardio and strength training equipment in addition to a rooftop swimming pool, oversized sundeck and party room.
Living at Museum Park, residents have access to all the best that Chicago has to offer right outside their door. Steps away are the world-class institutions of the Museum Campus, Grant Park and Chicago's magnificent lakefront. Outdoor aficionados will enjoy the convenient pedestrian tunnel leading to Soldier Field's sporting and entertainment events as well as Burnham Harbor and miles of jogging/riding paths. All this combined with the privacy, comfort and uncommon space in these homes, has made Museum Park the city's most desirable lakefront neighborhood.
The Museum Park sales center is located just south of Roosevelt Road at 1259 South Indiana Ave. Exit Lake Shore Drive at Roosevelt Road, opposite the Field Museum. Go west to Indiana Avenue and turn left. The sales center is open daily noon to 5 p.m. or by appointment. For more information or to make an appointment, please call (312) 362-0200 or visit the web site at www.museumparkplace.com.
As a leader in residential real estate development since 1971, The Enterprise Companies are currently developing over 2,500 distinctive residential homes across the city of Chicago. Many of their developments, including the 1,500-unit Museum Park at Central Station, featuring new-construction lofts, high-rise condominiums and townhomes, have received awards for their design, ingenuity and architectural innovation. By approaching their business with a sense of responsibility toward creating the best possible living environments and neighborhoods, The Enterprise Companies continues to successfully accomplish their mission of making Chicago a better place to live.
Museum Park is part of Central Station, developed by a partnership consisting of The Fogelson Companies, veteran Chicago developers, and Forest City Enterprises, one of the nation's leading real estate companies. In 1994, Central Station started to take its residential shape with the initial construction of luxury townhomes. Since then, this lakefront neighborhood has boomed with construction of more luxury townhomes, high-rise condominiums, apartments, and retail stores. All this has made Central Station the city's premier lakefront neighborhood.
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