208 N Harvey Ave.

Quintessential Oak Park home set on lush, impeccably landscaped lot. Home was just featured on the 2021 Oak Park Garden Walk (it is also eco friendly with sustainable soil). Original features abound in this Oak Park gem with all the desired updates. Relax on the extra large front porch which was refurbished and painted in 2020. Enter through the original solid Oak doors with beveled glass and period hardware into vestibule and foyer. Living Room equipped with the traditional parlor and Family Room set up found in many older Oak Park homes. Living Room has two bay windows, decorative hanging leaded window piece, coved ceilings and original unpainted oak trim with decorative carvings. Warm yourself while sipping tea in front of the period inspired wood mantle and tiled fireplace, all redone in 2017. Coffered ceiling in oversized Dining Room was refurbished and brought back to its original splendor by current owners as a labor of love. Kitchen gutted in 2017 and boasts Stainless Steel Frigidaire appliances, quarter sawn custom white oak cabinets, and French doors leading to the large back deck and expansive gardens. Make sure not to miss the personal Greenhouse attached to 2 Car Garage. Original Oak staircase leads to the 1st floor 1/2 bathroom, and then to the 4 Bedrooms and a beautifully appointed full bathroom with rain shower and bio-bidet toilet. Primary Bedroom is large and ensuite bath could easily be created. Walkup attic is unfinished and awaiting your touches. Basement has 1/2 bath, new windows, fresh paint and carpet 9/2021. Hot water tank, boiler and AC all new within last 6 years. Roof 10 years old. Dry basement with access to backyard and French drain in stairwell to yard. Walkability couldn't be better! 1 block to Pete's Fresh Market, 3 blocks to Daly Bagel, 2 blocks to Lake Street and Lake St. EL, across the street from Beye Elementary and just blocks from OPRF. Come see this OP charmer!!