Inside Chicago's New Optima Lakeview Apartment Building
Posted by Leo Clark. on Tuesday, August 9th, 2022 at 7:45am.
As one of the newest mixed-use buildings to open in Lakeview East, Optima Lakeview offers a prime location and plenty of desirable features. The former site of a grocery store and parking lot has recently been transformed into retail space and nearly 200 apartment homes.
The rentals at Optima Lakeview range from one- to three-bedroom floorplans. Depending on the floorplan chosen, buyers may find such desirable features as kitchen islands with extended space for seating, plus flat panel cabinetry and upgraded countertops.
Many of the units are extremely open in their design, with walls of windows and even some private terraces with some of the apartments for enjoying indoor/outdoor living and entertaining space. The property additionally offers an indoor basketball court and golf simulator, a rooftop swimming pool and deck, a fitness center, some co-working space, and a demonstration kitchen.
You’ll also find a children’s center and a dog park. As well, you’ll find some off-street parking and bicycle storage.
One distinctive feature of the property is its seven-story atrium. The design helps natural light flow throughout the property.
The extremely contemporary building is constructed of glass, metal, and brick, helping it to blend in with the surrounding neighborhood, while also maintain its own unique identity. The new building sits a short walk from the Red Line and within walking distance of several bus routes for an easier commute.
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