1143 N Grove Ave.

Two-story Colonial in the sought-after Mann grade school district. Lovingly maintained family home for over 32 years. Solid brick construction with a distinctive green tile roof. The first floor features a spacious sun-splashed living room with gas log fireplace and hardwood floors. The separate dining room with a southern exposure features hardwood floors and a beautiful, coved ceiling. The den with built-in bookcases is perfect as a home office or for watching television. The kitchen features a large pantry and separate breakfast room with access to the back yard. The first floor also has a convenient half bath and a large coat closet off the foyer. The second floor boasts four bedrooms and a full bath that was redone in 2018. The main bedroom has an attached bonus tandem room to serve as a sitting area or home office. The partially finished basement includes a family/game room, large laundry room, workshop, and ample storage. The insulated walk-up attic has plenty of room for additional storage. The professionally landscaped lot is graced with majestic trees that offer lots of shade and a variety of perennial flowers and bushes. It includes a newer concrete side driveway, paver patio with curved brick seating walls, walkways, and a two-car garage that was built in 1995. A new wooden fence was installed in 2020. This nearly 100-year-old home has many upgrades, including a new hot water heater in 2020, and a new washer and dryer in 2020. The boiler was replaced in 2014, and the home features central air conditioning on both floors. The brick exterior was tuckpointed in 2014. Come see the many period architectural features, including arched leaded glass windows, laundry chute, crown molding, and a side service entrance. Enjoy this active north Oak Park neighborhood known for friendly neighbors and delightful block parties.