Chicago Condo: 600 Lake Shore Drive
Building Address:
600 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60611- Units: 400
- Built: 2009
- Neighborhood: Streeterville
- Pets Allowed: N/A
"Beachside condos offer owners sand, surf and sun..." May not sound like your typical Chicago real estate listing, but this isn't California dreamin', this is brand new lakefront property and it's making waves in the local residential market. The dual-tower development at 600 North Lake Shore Drive is touted as the only new construction condominium on "The Drive"-a status that has plenty of homebuyers anxious for the completion of this waterside address.
Just steps from Ohio Street Beach, the two-building high-rise at 600 Lake Shore Drive overlooks Chicago's eastern-most traveling artery, hugging the city's outer edge where land meets lake. Glass panels climb the height of the shorefront structures, reflecting the mesmerizing blue of Lake Michigan in their sleek mirror-like facades. Beyond the protective shell of tinted panes are stunning luxury residences and convenient on-site amenities that make this Streeterville neighborhood property one of the most desirable locations in downtown Chicago.
Both the taller 46-story South Tower and the 40-floor North Tower house one-, two- and three-bedroom units with private balconies and access to a rooftop sculpture garden and sun decks. Floor plans range from 1,000 to 2,500+ square feet and offer homebuyers a selection of arrangements and fine appointments. The buildings' lake-facing frontages are angled to follow the diagonal of Lake Shore Drive, creating a contemporary layout in the living areas and bedrooms with eastern exposures.
The modernity of 600 Lake Shore's structural design is accentuated by state-of-the-art features, high-performance appliances and fashionable decorative elements. Developers envisioned 600 to be a quality architectural feat—from the outside in. The glass edifice is an elegant reflection of the lake's beauty, but the energy-efficient aluminum windows and balcony doors with thermal-break frames and insulating panes also buffer interior living space from the steady lake breezes. Individually controlled heat and air conditioning add to the condos' energy-saving aspects and ensure residents are always comfortable.
Standard upgraded features, such as natural oak hardwood floors with soundproof underlay, thick solid core doors, extra-tall ceilings, and designer bedroom carpeting with dense pads all add to the comfort level in these new construction homes. Oversized wood entry doors and marble tile foyers provide a dramatic yet sophisticated introduction to the private residences at 600 Lake Shore, and subtle recessed hallway lighting and semi-gloss trim carry the inviting charm throughout the condo.
The kitchens at 600 Lake Shore speak for themselves: large 12" x 12" porcelain tiles sheath the floor, 42" upper cabinetry encircle the walls, and 3/4" granite covers the counters with a deep, double-bowl undermount sink nestled into the center. The rest of the kitchen accoutrements are supplied by the stainless steel GE Profile series that includes side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with water/ice dispenser, self-cleaning oven with four-burner gas range cooktop, power-scrub dishwasher, sound insulated disposal, and built-in microwave with re-circulating exhaust hood.
Residents will also appreciate the premium building amenities, which afford perks like heated indoor parking, 24-hour doorman, exercise club, business center, private storage, secure bicycle room, lounge/recreation area, dry cleaners, convenience shop, and community rooms with full kitchens. Don't forget about the rooftop sun decks mentioned earlier-fantastic panoramic views of the city and the lake—which brings us back to the ultimate bonus... Beach access! A pedway goes under Lake Shore Drive connecting the condo towers to Ohio Street Beach. Sand, surf and sun at your service!
And, in case lounging in the sand isn't exciting enough for you, just beyond the beach is Navy Pier, one of Chicago's major year-round destinations. Amusement park attractions, theater productions, live music, shopping, dining, boat tours, fireworks! This all-in-one entertainment stop is only a five-minute walk from your front door.
600 North Lake Shore Drive is a cooperative effort of Belgravia Group and Sandz Development. Current prices for available units start in the upper $300,000s and go as high as $1.7 million for a prime top-floor corner condo.
