HISTORIC BUNGALOW AVAILABLE IN PORTAGE PARK
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Certified Historic Chicago Bungalow (brick), approximately 3300 sq ft, not including unfinished basement and large yard (over-sized lot; fully fenced back yard). Spacious, clean, airy, new: high ceilings, hardwood floors, windows and storage galore!
Located in NW Chicago, in beautifully groomed, safe, residential Portage Park neighborhood, spacious, comfortable Mission era Craftsman architectural gem is just minutes from two blue line stops (Montrose, Jefferson Park) and two I-90/94 Entrance/Exits (Lawrence & Montrose). The Montrose and Central Buses pick up a block and two blocks from the house, respectively. For frequent travelers, O'Hare International Airport is very convenient: 20-30 minutes by car or El. Permit free & ample parking. Major grocery stores, drug stores, pharmacies, post-office, library, markets, parks, restaurants, etc. all within short walk.
This is a HOME. Ideal for those seeking a beautiful, spacious and aesthetically pleasing home. All efforts toward 'green living' were made during restorations and renovations.
Portage Park is Chicago's best kept secret: ideal location- minutes from downtown, close to North/West Suburbs, Evanston and Oak Park. Just West of Old Irving and East of Jefferson Park/Norridge/Harwood Heights. Safe, quiet and friendly, this neighborhood also boasts a great school system.
Four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms (full bath downstairs recently remodeled), enormous newly remodeled living room, dining room, newly remodeled kitchen, porch, yard (a haven for an aspiring gardener) and unfinished basement (perfect studio or workshop space with utility sink, door leading outside, toilet, etc.). The house offers ample storage space in basement, knee walls, under porch, and in multiple & over-sized closets, cabinets and pantry.
All major appliances included: two refrigerators (kitchen + basement), gas stove/oven, brand new energy star (energy efficient) dishwasher and brand new disposal. Large capacity washer and dryer in basement. Street parking is ample and free (no permits required)! Clothesline, outside electrical outlets and water faucets- perfect for washing car, etc.
Four large bedrooms:
2nd floor: two very large bedrooms, separated by full bathroom, enormous hallway closets (2) and staircase leading to dining room. Master bedroom has craftsman built-in bureau; 2nd bedroom has additional in-room closet. Upstairs knee walls provide ample storage.
1st floor: two large bedrooms, both with new windows and ample in-room closets. One bedroom also provides private, French door entrance to beautiful, light-filled sun-porch.
Sun porch: 14' x 7' - also has entrance from kitchen and exterior. Fully fenced back yard with additional privacy provided by large fir tree canopy at end of lot for sitting/picnic area (hammock included). Sun porch has one exposed brick wall and windows on all exterior sides. Back door leads directly into fenced yard. Room is restored to reveal gorgeous original Craftsman 'bead board' oak ceiling.
Kitchen: 10 ' x 10' with walk-in pantry (built in bureau and shelving), new drywall walls and ceiling. Brand new, Bungalow/Craftsman style oak front cabinets to ceiling for LOTS of customized storage space. Also, brand new: partitioned, ceramic Apron sink with new faucet and energy star dishwasher/disposal, restored Pine floors.
Enormous living room: 18' x 12'. Beautifully restored traditional brick fireplace and Craftsman built-ins, complete with original leaded glass doors. Professionally refinished earthen plaster walls (warm in winter, cool in summer: great for allergen and eco-conscious renters). Full mantle, and traditional Bungalow stained glass windows on opposing walls; window-lined front of house.
Large dining room: 14' x 12', newly painted, also window lined on exterior wall. Beautiful craftsman style hutch and newly renovated hardwood floors.
Enormous storage capacity, two walk-in closets, 3 BR closets, coat closet, linen closet, knee walls, crawl space and basement.
Primarily residential Bungalows throughout neighborhood. Gorgeous Portage Park (with free Olympic sized swimming pool, summer movies and activities, etc) is center of neighborhood, which is of historical significance to Chicago's famous 'Bungalow Belt.'
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contact Julia Aeling at (773) 494-9797 or julia.aeling@gmail.com
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