216 Kedzie Street

Evanston, Illinois 60202

Here is the perfect home in the perfect location in the Historic SouthEast Evanston neighborhood just two blocks from Lake Michigan! Originally built in 1895 this majestic home underwent a 100% complete decorative, structural and mechanical renovation in 2006 and has now matured into a stunning blend of vintage details with all the modern amenities. The inviting front porch captures lake breezes for relaxing morning coffee and welcomes you into the wide formal foyer with mahogany floors throughout the first level. The oversized Pella windows flood the home with sunlight, and the beautiful white Poplar millwork and custom solid doors match the original design. There is a classic front living room with crown molding and a wood burning fireplace along with a separate dining room for ample entertaining. The airy open kitchen with Amish cabinets, Viking range and natural stone counters has a large central island plus a separate breakfast area all with bright southern light. There is a handy powder room just off the kitchen. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms all with John Louis solid wood closet organizers. The gracious secluded primary suite with a spacious walk-in closet overlooks the serene back garden. The bathroom has a spa soaking tub, a separate shower, enclosed w/c and double vanity. There is also a second full bathroom on this level. The fully finished level is accessed from the open stairway in the kitchen, a few steps down is the back door with mud room area and a few more steps down is a spectacular family room with built-in entertainment center, another full bath and the fifth bedroom. Zoned HVAC. The professionally laid garden and hardscape with a gas fire bowl was designed for entertaining not maintaining! There is a side yard and path accented with perennial plantings and ideal for a herb garden. A two car garage too. Preferred neighborhood with easy access to Lake, parks, stores, schools, Metra & Purple Line. Owners love the house and are sad to leave but happy to be be moving back to their home state. Now is your opportunity to own this architecturally important and historic home in an area where neighbors rarely leave. Move in ready and meticulously maintained.