BUYER INCENTIVE: Seller will provide a $32,264 closing credit to be applied towards monthly rent. Buyer is responsible for the required entrance fee of $302,263. Enjoy maintenance-free living at The Lodge of Northbrook, a premier 55+ community for active, independent adults. This desirable first-floor Honey Locust floor plan offers 1,933 square feet with 2 bedrooms, a den, and 3 full baths. The open-concept layout features a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, custom backsplash, updated lighting, and room for a breakfast table. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the generous living and dining areas, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring enhances the living, dining, and den areas, while new carpet in both bedrooms and fresh paint throughout make this home truly move-in ready. The flexible den is ideal for a home office, guest room, or caregiver space. The primary suite offers a large walk-in closet and an ensuite bath with a double vanity and accessible walk-in shower. The private second bedroom also features a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with an accessible shower. Additional highlights include a full-size laundry room, abundant storage, one heated garage parking space, and a private storage locker on the same floor. Residents enjoy exceptional amenities, including daily activities, fitness classes, dining options, a wellness center, woodworking shop, artist studio, community rooms, weekday continental breakfast, and scheduled transportation within an 8-mile radius. The monthly assessment includes property taxes, common insurance, all utilities, internet, basic cable, and interior and exterior maintenance. Income qualification is required. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, expressways, Ravinia, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and Northbrook's outstanding library, senior center, golf, tennis, pickleball, and park district amenities.