1648 West Division #208, Chicago IL 60622

**Chicago's best kept secret:** Uniquely set back far from Division Street in a quiet gated oasis, this remarkable 3-bedroom + office, 2.5-bathroom home, with 2 parking spaces at The Alcove is fit for a magazine with an extraordinary outdoor amenity: a sprawling 23x18 private patio-your own backyard oasis in the heart of the city. This entertainer's dream features a professionally designed built-in outdoor kitchen with stone tile surround, premium grill, and ample prep and storage space. Picture summer evenings of al fresco dining under string lights, hosting gatherings across multiple seating zones framed by custom privacy screens and lush plantings, all while staying steps from Chicago's most dynamic neighborhood. Step inside to discover wide-plank hardwood flooring flowing throughout a light-filled open floor plan anchored by a chef's kitchen with Italian Copatlife cabinetry, Viking appliances, and seamless quartz throughout-from counters to backsplash to a striking 9' waterfall island. The seamless connection between the kitchen, dining, and living areas extends naturally to the patio through floor-to-ceiling glass, blurring the line between indoor and out. Custom Hunter Douglas blinds and tailored curtains complete the refined aesthetic. Off the main living area, a versatile bonus room enclosed by sleek glass panel doors serves as office, peloton studio, playroom, zen space-whatever you need. The separated bedroom wing features a serene primary suite with direct patio access, walk-in closet with California Closets custom buildouts, and a spa-inspired ensuite bathroom with dual vanity and walk-in shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms share a hall bath. The walk-in laundry room is outfitted with custom cabinetry and abundant pantry storage. Every closet in this home has been transformed with California Closets systems, ensuring impeccable organization from the entry foyer to the bedrooms. Additional highlights include two parking spaces (one attached heated garage, one exterior), storage, smart home capabilities, and 'Door' keyless entry. The Alcove's boutique all-brick elevator building offers an unmatched location: immediate access to the Blue Line, 90/94, Target, acclaimed restaurants like Tortello, Antique Taco, and Komorebi, plus boutique shopping and cafes, all while remaining remarkably quiet in its gated courtyard setting. Building amenities include an 8th-floor common rooftop deck with panoramic skyline views, firepit, and grill, a private turfed dog run, and Luxer One package management. With custom upgrades, unparalleled outdoor living space, and Wicker Park's most unmatched location, this home offers a lifestyle that feels effortlessly elevated where the energy of the city meets the tranquility of your own private retreat.