1852 W Berenice Avenue

This beautifully upgraded and meticulously maintained 6 bedroom, 4.1 bath Victorian sits on a 40 foot lot with an enchanting and expansive backyard oasis. The house is sited on the western lot line and sits over 20 feet from its neighbor to the east, allowing for a landscaped side yard and abundant light and air throughout all four levels of the home. The 1st floor features generously-sized rooms including a bright and airy living room with custom built-ins and antique oak mantle, separate dining room and office. A thoughtfully designed kitchen features granite countertops, top of the line appliances, and an island with counter seating which opens to a spacious family room. Directly off the family room is a screened in gazebo perfect for outdoor summer dining. A stunning backyard built for entertaining features a deck off the back of the home, extensive and lush landscaping along the brick and bluestone paver patio, and a smokeless fire pit. In addition to the yard, there is a roof deck over the 2 car garage complete with fireplace and dry bar. The second level features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, full laundry room with ample storage and sink. Recently remodeled guest bath includes double vanity, water closet, heated floors, and oversized shower with Perrin & Rowe fixtures. Primary suite includes dressing room, built-ins, walk-in closet and balcony. Spacious primary bath boasts double vanity, steam shower and soaking tub. Stunningly renovated penthouse features a functional desk/craft area, sitting area and beautifully redone full bath. The top floor loft bedroom, which is currently configured as a home gym and yoga studio, is flooded with light from multiple skylights and showcases tree lined views from the spacious and private deck off the back of the penthouse. The lower level features a spacious second family room complete with built-ins, wet bar, a 625 bottle temperature controlled wine cellar, additional bedroom, radiant heat flooring, full bath, utility/storage room and workroom. This home features all the extra needs and wants with distributed audio throughout the home and yard, smart switches with automated lighting scenes, smart thermostats, alarm system, irrigation system. Walking distance to all that North Center has to offer including grocery store, hardware store, public transportation, bars and restaurants.