Optima Old Orchard Penthouse Is Most Expensive Listing In Skokie

SKOKIE, IL — The largest unit in the Optima Old Orchard Woods tower became the most expensive listing in Skokie when it hit the market Friday. The 4,500-square-foot five-bedroom consists of an entire half of the 19th floor of one of the development's three towers, according to its Realtor.com listing.

Check out the spectacular views of the Chicago skyline as well as Harms Woods. The unit includes private access to a terrace and landscaped garden, as well as balconies off of the living room and master bedrooms.

» Check out more images of Unit 1908 in Optima Old Orchard at its Realtor.com listing

The 11-room unit features 9-foot ceilings and high-end finishes throughout, including Brazilian cherry wood throughout, surround sound, a jacuzzi hot tub, two gas fireplaces and custom cabinetry.

Overlooking the Edens Expressway and Niles North High School from the west, Optima Old Orchard has 660 units and features amenities like an indoor pool, spa, exercise center, party room and picnic grove.

Property records indicate the penthouse was purchased for $1,773,500 by the founder of Mr. Floor, which describes itself as one of the Chicago area's largest family-owned flooring companies, as the building was completed in 2007.

Its listing price of $1,755,000 includes two garage and storage spaces.

• Address: 9715 Woods Dr Unit 1908, Skokie, Illinois
• Price: $1,755,000
• Square Feet: 4,500
• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 3 full and 1 half
• Built: 2007

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.