The Park Townhomes Of lake Meadows is approaching closeout, as only four homes remain for sale in Phase I. The community of 39 three-story townhomes is being developed by The Thrush Cos. on Chicago's South Side.

"We've had great success at Lake Meadows because the community simply is an unbeatable value," said George Thrush, president of The Thrush Cos., based in Chicago. "In addition to spacious floor plans and architecturally exciting designs, Lake Meadows has the added benefit of Thrush's commitment to open space."

He explained that the property on which the townhomes sit is extensively landscaped with shrubs, trees and lush greenery. Adjacent to the Park Townhomes Of Lake Meadows is a neighborhood park, which provides more open space for homeowners to view as well as gives residents a nearby place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The community is further distinguished by decorative wrought iron fencing and two professionally landscaped common areas.

To complement the mature surroundings, the three-story townhomes have masonry and limestone exteriors. Each home also features a patio and private yard so owners have a personal place to enjoy the scenery. In fact, several residences offer views of Lake Michigan or the city's renowned skyline. Complimentary guest parking is available within the community, too.

"Buyers who think they have to move to the suburbs to get a big home with a private yard are mistaken," said Norma Baskin, sales manager. "They can find it all right here in the city at the Park Townhomes Of Lake Meadows."

Five floor plans are available at The Park Townhomes Of Lake Meadows. The three-story designs feature 2,589 to 2,856 square feet of space, two to four bedrooms, 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 baths, and attached two-car garages. Base prices range from $345,000 to $395,000.

"Although these homes are attached, they have all the space and interior appointments of detached single-family residences," she continued.

For example, formal living and dining rooms, large eat-in kitchens with private balconies, two-story foyers, fireplaces, and master suites with volume ceilings are standard, depending on the plan selected. In addition, masonry walls between homes provide superior sound insulation.

"Most of the homeowners who live here are professionals and business executives, many of whom work downtown," said Baskin. "Being able to come home to a quiet neighborhood where they can unwind is important to them."

Another essential element affecting these buyers' decisions on where to live is access to transportation and the Loop. And according to Baskin, the Park Townhomes Of Lake Meadows cannot be beat for convenience. The expressway is two minutes away, Lake Michigan is three minutes away, and the Loop is just eight minutes away, she explained.

Families also make up a significant portion of residents at the Park Townhomes Of Lake Meadows. She said these buyers appreciate the green space, area parks, and community amenities that comprise the established neighborhood surrounding the new-home development.

The final sales for the Park Townhomes Of Lake Meadows are being conducted from a sales center at 600 E. 32nd Street, near the intersection of Rhodes Ave. and 32nd Street. For a limited time, a decorated model of the "C" unit is available for potential buyers to walk through, as well.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call (312) 326-6100.