961 S 2nd

Des Plaines, IL 60016

A "must see" for those who love quality vintage details. Solidly built brick 4 bedroom, 2 bath Westfield house has been freshly painted and offers many amenities. From the front door foyer, entertain family and friends in a large, sunny sunken LR featuring a wood burning fireplace and a beamed cathedral ceiling. A spacious dining room is ideal for memorable gatherings. All-original hardwood floors have been restored. Home has many original doors, trim work and light fixtures. Two bedrooms on 1st floor and a refurbished full bath. Remodeled kitchen has new stainless steel appliances, cabinets, granite countertops and ceramic tile floor. Dining nook overlooks expansive back yard. Rear entry mud room. Second floor has 2 bedrooms, another refurbished full bath, some restored hardwood floors, new carpeting and oversized storage closets. There are also two large flexible spaces that could be used for an office or playroom, or even reconfigured as additional bedrooms. Huge DRY basement with 2 sump pumps is divided into storage and living area with a historic fireplace. Side driveway and 2 car garage. Extra outbuilding could a she shed, a man cave or extra storage. The oversized, deep lot allows for a huge vegetable garden, a flower garden leaving a huge yard for entertaining. New AC 2018, & freshly tuckpointed. Quiet neighborhood close to Metra/Pace transport & major highways. Walking distance to downtown shopping/restaurants, Prairie Lakes with its new pool, the library & schools. Park district playground is across the street. As-Is, Estate sale with no homeowner's tax exemption.