1600 25th Ave, Marion, IA 52302

Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded describes this Neo-eclectic Mansard home nestled on a tree-lined street in the heart of Marion. From the moment you come in the front door, this home feels so welcoming, light, and bright with a wonderful combination of old-world charm without giving up modern design and function. The more original features of this home give it soul, such as the large fireplace flanked by built-in shelving, the large limestone hearth, the unique, brick façade walls as well as the robust wood beams, which lend an air of elegance and quality that one might see in a country estate. The modern design, improvements, and function of this home is showcased by the open floor plan with great sight lines from the kitchen to the living spaces and screened-in porch; huge drop zone/mudroom between the house and garage; and the main floor half bath plus two other full baths. The current homeowners have invested a great deal of time, effort, and money in making this home what it is today, a home that offers a new roof; new siding; remodeled kitchen that made it more open to the living spaces and now includes new stainless steel appliances, new light fixtures, double ovens and fresh, bright cabinetry. The new hardwood flooring gives a richness and depth to the main floor that anchors the spaces and functions much mo