2231 North Monticello Avenue

Live in this beautifully restored Victorian three-flat, next to an organic community garden. The two-bedroom plus third bedroom/office preserves the craftsmanship of the past while providing modern amenities. It has a spacious and sunny living room, formal dining room and gourmet eat-in kitchen.

The eat-in kitchen has granite countertop and abundant storage, including a large pantry, 42" maple cabinets and slide out storage. It includes a built-in dishwasher, microwave, stove and refrigerator. A perfect kitchen for those who love to cook or entertain.

The bathroom has a built-in soaking tub with imported hand-painted talavera tiles (see photo). The tile pattern replicates the dining plates and platter of a famous table setting, called "La Reina", custom designed for the Queen of Spain, from Puebla, Mexico. The cobalt blue talavera tile creates a pop of color surround, which is enhanced with the Tiffany pendant lamp and vanity light.

The hardwood trim and original wood doors were meticulously restored, along with the the original ornate doorknobs and door plates. The natural woodwork is complemented by hardwood floors throughout.

Cable and internet ready, central heating and air conditioning, and FREE washer and dryer in building. The a large porch and flagstone patio with mature landscaping await your BBQs. When you are not relaxing in the back garden, you can visit the adjacent organic community garden with chickens and honeybees. Lots of summer fun, sun and much, much more.

This fun building is near the blue line, shopping, entertainment, 606 and the YMCA. It is on a quiet residential street with fantastic neighbors. Whether you are a beginning or master gardener, you are welcome to participate in the community garden, and invited to enjoy the fresh flowers, herbs and vegetables. During the summer months, movies are sometimes shown in the garden on weekends; the block has an annual block and children play outside. In all honesty, this block is a hidden Chicago gem.

Very well maintained, previously owner's unit. It is condo quality, not your typical rental.