Located within a short walk of the U of C campus, the Lab Schools, and Ray School, this sturdily built and well-kept three-story home has a large, private landscaped yard with tall trees and excellent light. Kenwood Avenue leads to a dead end to the south, which means minimal cut-through traffic. For an urban setting, the street has a small-town feel and the back yard is quiet, spacious, and peaceful. The house has a generous and inviting Victorian front porch and a cozy back patio. It also includes a two-car garage facing the alley, which is worth its weight in gold in this neighborhood. The #55 CTA bus stop is at the end of the street and the Metra commuter rail stop is four blocks east on 56th Street providing 15-minute commuter connections to the Loop. The home has been carefully restored to protect its historic integrity and charm. On the first floor, four original and fully functional pocket doors allow for privacy when needed in the living room, library, dining room, and reception hall. All original stained doors, woodwork, and hardwood floors have been preserved. Original beveled and leaded glass windows cast rainbows across walls and ceilings on sunny days. A functional wood-burning fireplace in the library has been meticulously rebuilt and historically restored. Built-in bookcases and a china cabinet can be found in the library and dining room. A large modern open kitchen/dining area includes granite and butcher-block counter tops, dual-fuel range, microwave/hood vent, and refrigerator. A half bath can be found off the kitchen/dining area. A back door mud room is off the kitchen leading to the back yard. The second floor includes a master bedroom, another large bedroom, and two small bedrooms. The washer and dryer are located conveniently in a second floor closet. A large bathroom with built-in cupboards and drawers serves the second floor. The third floor includes a large “tree-house” bedroom with four large closets and additional storage cupboards. A small bedroom and full bath can also be found on the third floor.
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