5210 N Lakewood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Stunning Lakewood Balmoral 2-flat. Each unit has 2 bedrooms with WIC & 1 bath with gleaming natural woodwork and hardwood floors throughout. Kitchens and baths updated in 2013. Finished enclosed back porches make prefect offices. Charming foyers have WIC & look through original French doors into large dining rooms. Turn right to enter the enormous living rooms with original electric fireplaces flanked by bookshelves with stained-glass doors matching the stained-glass windows above. Brilliant sunrooms have three sided windows overlooking the classic vintage homes and arched trees that the Lakewood Balmoral Historic District is famous for. This honorary distinction has no restrictions but does offer qualified tax credits. Unfinished basement has a high ceiling perfect for a garden unit or duplex down owner's unit. It also contains utilities, storage rooms, and free laundry. 2-Car brick garage. Spot tuckpointing, and roof inspection/repair just completed. Window AC. Peirce School District. Short walk to the beach, Andersonville shops and entertainment. Close to A+ private schools as well. Welcoming community supports its "Classically Friendly" motto with block parties, whole neighborhood events, and lots of clubs to encourage getting to know your neighbors.