The Ellington Place Condominiums were created in 2000. This top floor, penthouse home, is situated in such a special way that it enjoys three exposures: unobstructed tree top views from three directions--East and West provides sunrises and sunsets as well as fabulous natural cross ventilation, and Southern exposure in the master bedroom. The main living areas are centrally located with a split floor plan for the bedrooms, separating activity from quiet areas. Showing like a model, this home has lovely hardwood floors; a gracious entry foyer with two closets; an open concept design offering a living room with gas fireplace and bookcase surround; a dining area and a kitchen with granite counters and breakfast bar, tile floor and stainless steel appliances (new stove in 2020). And the kitchen leads to a coveted private outdoor deck. The bedrooms are all spacious, with new carpeting just installed in two of them. The master bedroom has a Juliette balcony, ceiling fan and 3 closets and leads to the shared master bath with double sink, large soaking tub and separate shower. Another bedroom is located nearby the master. The split plan provides for a third bedroom on the opposite side of the home along with a bath with stand alone shower. There is in unit laundry with a stackable washer/dryer located in a laundry closet. Individual hot water and HVAC. One parking space is included in the gated on-site parking lot. There is ample street parking as well. This home has been well taken care of, seller is only the second owner since the Ellington Place creation. This home is close to transportation, shopping, dining, and the University of Chicago, and there is a nice neighborhood park just across the street.