ATTN: INVESTORS and VISIONARIES!! Home sold "as is", single family ranch in an amazing Galewood location. Re-imagine this 1.5 bath, 3 bedroom property as a 5 bedroom, 3 bath home. (including private main bath) Existing home has been totally cleaned out after long-time owners departed. FULL ARCHITECTURAL PLANS are available that could transform this large ranch, (over 1700 sq. ft. main level, over 1500 sq. ft. in the basement) into an ideal living space. Attached 2.5 garage accesses the home through an existing enclosed breezeway, which could make a fully functional mudroom, as well as allowing additional access to the rear yard. Rear yard is 15' X 125', and a perfect location for a stunning"secret garden", a winding path, patio area, a fire-pit, fountain, and/or play yard set. Mature trees. The basement is large with excellent ceiling height with plenty of room for 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a family room space situated in front of the warmth of a wood burning fireplace. The basement and the main level have in-floor radiant heating system throughout, no radiators and very economical! Steps away from popular restaurant row in Elmwood Park, as well as minutes away from Oak Park, dining, shopping, grocery stores, public transportation. You can make the dream a reality!

Property Details

PRICE
$294,500
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
SQFT
3292
YEAR BUILT
1950
PARKING SPOTS
2.5
MLS #
11949181
FULL ADDRESS
1656 1656 New England Avenue
CITY
Chicago, IL
ZIP
60707

Listing Details

Listing Office
Mansion View Real Estate Inc.
Listing Agent
Helen Nelson
Contact
847-712-0129
Last Data Update
2024-02-16T15:12:39Z

Interior

BATHROOMS
2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

School District
299
Elementary School
High School

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