Beautiful jumbo octagonal all-brick historic Chicago bungalow in West Ridge has been lovingly restored and updated throughout. This oversized home is a perfect blend of vintage and new - from the modern chef's kitchen and main level luxurious marble bath (separate shower, whirlpool & dual vanity) to the original stained-glass windows, doors with glass knobs, arched doorways and beautiful crown moldings and trim. Gracious foyer entry with glass panel door leads to this oversized and functional floorplan. Huge front living room with curved wall of gorgeous original arched windows and jaw dropping decorative fireplace overlooks beautiful Maplewood Ave. There are 3 bedrooms on the main level each with it's own bayed window - the spacious main bedroom has two large organized closets, second bedroom has large closet and two entries, and bedroom 3 with its own half bath overlooks the gorgeous back patio. The light-filled formal dining room leads to the original butler pantry hutch and large kitchen with eat-in island, full-size refrigerator and freezer, SS appliances, stone countertops, and spectacular built-in wet bar for a coffee station or your entertaining needs. You will enjoy the benefits of the functional mudroom off the rear of home with new French doors & stairs leading to a luscious landscaped and hardscaped yard with lighting and newer maintenance free privacy fence. An all-brick 2-car garage is a beautiful backdrop to this gorgeous spacious backyard. Step back in time to the lower level with an awesome 8' built-in bar with tons of storage, glass shelves. mirror, and red vinyl & chrome barstools. This spacious lower level also has a large family room, exercise area, room for dining/game table and office, cedar closet, and bedroom alcove (could be enclosed). It also offers a summer kitchen (all appliances stay), a huge spa-like full bath with walk-in shower and double vanity, convenient laundry area, storage, and exterior access to the backyard. Amazing potential to increase sq ft in the full unfinished attic with staircase access from the hallway. All this in a super convenient location near Andersonville, Lincoln Square, and an easy commute to downtown via bus and Brown Line. Great location near shopping, restaurants, and cafes, walk to Target and coming soon is the Peterson Ridge Metra stop!
