Stunning, spacious and sophisticated! This two-bedroom, two bath (one of the largest and most popular 2 BR layouts) exudes understated elegance! The open floor plan, soaring twelve-foot ceilings, and natural light streams in from south facing floor to ceiling windows. This is urban loft living at its best. The original den was converted into a wine bar adjacent and open to the living room and upgraded by the current owners. With gleaming hardwood floors throughout, including the bedrooms, and an updated stacked stone gas start fireplace, this expansive floorplan will impress. The kitchen features stainless appliances, granite countertops and richly painted cabinets. The breakfast bar is illuminated by pendant lighting and offers a great option for casual dining. An adjacent dining area is perfect for more formal dining or enjoy al fresco dining on your private deck just off the living room. The fully enclosed primary suite has a wall of closets with an updated newly painted primary bath with new shower doors w/dual shower heads. The second bath has been updated and is conveniently adjacent to the second bedroom. Work from home options abound including a separate area perfectly outfitted with a desk. The unit has custom lighting throughout, abundant storage and in unit washer/dryer. Additional secured storage outside the unit. University Commons offers many great amenities - heated outdoor pool w/sundeck, theatre room, party room with wrap around deck with iconic skyline views, fitness center, award winning grounds, pet friendly sidewalks, and an on-site management office. Walking distance to UIC, West Loop, South Loop, PILSEN, and Halsted, and Taylor Street for the best restaurants and shopping. Heated secure garage parking for $25K.