When it comes to next-level luxury, Chicago is no stranger to the concept.  With a number of new developments cropping up around the city, there’s a batch of new apartment communities that are taking it to a whole new level.  Here are 5 of the best penthouse-level floorplans in Chicago that we’re saving to our “Apartment Envy” Pinterest board right now.

This South Loop apartment community is brand spanking new, so new that this penthouse won’t be available to move in to until January 2017!  Until then, we’re drooling over the details of this 2075 sq ft floorplan, complete with a 66 sq ft balcony, 3 bedrooms, a 2-story atrium and unbeatable views of the Chicago skyline and Lake Michigan, and anxiously awaiting photos of the finished product.  Read more about what makes this building one of our favorites.

Floor to ceiling windows and expansive balconies are the star of the show here!  The luxurious lifestyle extends beyond your apartment with an abundance of building amenities, including a pool with cabana-style seating, fire pit, hi-def movie theatre, fitness center, steamroom, basketball court, pet park and more.

Just a little further north you’ll find The Hensley in the River North neighborhood.  The location is great, with easy access to the nightlife, dining and shopping Downtown has to offer.  The apartments themselves show true attention to detail with features like 9′ ceilings, porcelain tiled bathrooms, Nest thermostats and covered balconies.

EnV Chicago may not be the newest kid on the block, but it has a timeless elegance that caught our eye and thoughtful details that you can’t help but ignore.  Our favorite?  The custom built-in wine racks above the double-door stainless steel refrigerators.  Not enough space for your collection? You can also rent out a private wine storage locker on-site.  

Sleek modern finishes with floor-to-ceiling windows and exposed concrete make these Loop apartments popular ones.  The roofdeck, swimming pool, fire pit, dog run and co-working lounge are awesome enough to get you to leave the beauty of your apartment every once in a while.  

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