3122 Wisconsin Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402

Highest and Best due by 3/24/24 at 6:00 PM. Location, location, location describes this Historic Prairie inspired four flat. Situated on an oversized lot, this prestigious 7,000 sq. foot building is offerred for sale after four decades of private ownership. Wilbur J. Andrews and Charles E. Piper puchased 106 acres of prime land from the Marshall Field syndicate. The two attorneys' vision was to develop this area into a'beautiful and affluent village noted for its garden and scenic settings.' They named this parcel of land, Berwyn, after the charming village in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. On May, 17, 1890, the land owned by Andrews and Piper was officially named Berwyn. Wilbur J. Andrews commissioned this home to be built in 1896 on a premier plot of land. The architecture and interior details were very forward thinking. Linear lines, large vertical and abundant windows for light, stained glass accent windows, wood burning fireplaces, hardwood floors and walk-in closets were incorporated into the design. The updated garden unit features large living room with faux fireplace, eat-in kitchen, two spacious bedrooms and full bathroom. The first floor unit has a spacious living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, two sunrooms, eat-in kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The third floor, penthouse unit, features, living room with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms and full bathroom. The second floor unit was the personal residence of Wilbur J. Andrews and his family. The design incororates two front entrances; one into the personal residence and the other into his private law office. The luxurious original walnut wood paneling and built-in bookcases showcase this expansive room. This room accesses the main residence. It consists of a spacious living room with woodburning fireplace flanked by original built-in bookcases, light and bright sun room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, two additional spacious bedrooms and full bathroom. Hardwood floors throughout and large walk-in closets. First, second and third floor units also feature a large enclosed back porch; perfect for summertime meals. The unfinished basement area has coined operated laundry facillities and secure storage area for each unit. The exterior of the building has been redone in 2023. The oversized grounds allow tenants to enjoy outdoor parties and activities. Concrete patio is a perfect place for outdoor grilling. Concrete pad for three parking spaces. This exquisite historical property is near Proska Park, Burlington train to Chicago Loop, Mac Neal and Loyola Hospitals, restaurants, shops, schools and more. Easy access to I290 and I55 to Ohare and Midway airports. Described in Wilbur J. Andrews'' promotional literature in the 1890's:'Beautiful Berwyn','Clean and Healthful','A Residence Suburb','There is no place like home....especially if it's Berwyn' This is your opportunity to own a fabulous ... (Contact agent for additional details)