Have you driven by the Mallinckrodt building on Ridge Road near Lake Avenue and wondered what they are like inside? Does it feel like the former convent it once was or the school it was converted to?
The answer is yes . . . and no! This beautiful Renaissance building has retained some of the stunning 
features of its past, both inside the converted condos and outside. But beyond that, the nun's rooms and classrooms are long gone in favor of quality built units with all the modern amenities.
Mallinckrodt sits on a stunning 14-acre park in a residential section of Wilmette, near transportation and shopping. There was much discussion about how to develop the complex when the Village of Wilmette purchased it, finally deciding to keep the building and convert it into condos for active seniors (55+ years.) Construction began in 2005.
The entire project ran aground temporarily after the original developer went into foreclosure - however, the project was picked up by new investors in October of 2009 to sell the remaining units. They are very popular and sell quickly.
The former chapel was converted into two penthouse units, each with two levels and 30-foot soaring ceilings. The rest of the units are one, two, or three bedrooms and have between 1000 and 3000 square feet. There are no standard plans to choose from - most of the units are unique depending on where they are located in the building and what their former use was.
The grounds - 14 acres - are stunning. The variety of trees is such that Go Green Wilmette sponsored a tree walk led by local arborists. The gardens are lush and always blooming with paths winding through the entire complex.
The quality is outstanding - solid core doors, sturdy hardware, finely detailed custom cabinetry, and shelving, plus loads of closet space and storage. Amenities include:
- 80 individual units
- Indoor heated parking
- Individually controlled heating and air
- Concierge service
- Minimum 9-foot ceilings
- In-unit laundry
- Internet available
- Hardwood and carpeting
- Granite counters
- Stainless steel appliance package
- Soaking tubs/showers
- Some units with patios or balconies
To sell all condos available for sale, please visit: Mallinckrodt Condos for Sale
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