Beautiful, spacious, affordable and quiet condo in highly desired Mallard Cove. This well-maintained, ground-floor 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom unit has large living room with sliding glass door leading to private patio with trees overlooking pond fountain. Bright, galley-style kitchen with separate dining area and a nice size bedroom with plenty of closet space. Building is nearest to pool deck and unit is conveniently located closest to laundry room and service entrance for easy move-in/large item delivery. NEW floors 2022. NEW living room air conditioner 2023. Low monthly association fee covers heat, gas, water, garbage, recycling, landscaping, heated pool, full gym, nightly security patrol, snow removal, holiday lights and more. This property lives more like a permanent vacation space, providing beautiful walking paths with benches, dual swimming pools, fully equipped fitness center, newly updated tennis/pickleball/basketball courts, volleyball sand pit, grilling areas, dog run and clubhouse party room with water view, large bar area and wood burning fireplace. Location has easy access to highways, stores, restaurants and is a short distance from Busse Woods' nature paths and elk refuge making it an unbeatable deal (especially with potential new Bears stadium development in Arlington Heights announcement imminent). Cats allowed, dogs permitted (if legally documented as service or emotional support animal). 2 outdoor parking spaces allocated to unit + dedicated guest parking spots. Garages available to rent or purchase separately. Assigned storage space and community bike room. Fast close possible for buyer who wants to enjoy Memorial Day weekend pool opening.