5519 S Cornell Ave.

First time on the market in over 40 years! Built in 1889 by influential Prairie School Architect George Maher, this wonderful five bedroom, three-full- / two-half-bath Victorian Greystone is a true Hyde Park classic. With an ultra-convenient location, close to the lake front, shopping at Trader Joe's, and just two blocks from Lab School's Earl Shapiro Hall, this lovingly maintained 3-story home with finished basement has loads of vintage charm, including high ceilings, vintage wood paneling, and wood-burning fireplaces with original surrounds. At the same time, the current owners have also incorporated a number of desirable modern features, such as a smartly upgraded kitchen and baths and central A/C. A special feature of this charming home is the suite of two rooms at the front of the lower level, accessible through its own private door at the front of the house. Used in the past as a business office, this versatile space offers a number uses. While the current owners have elected to maintain the charming full-sized backyard as a sunny garden, there is plenty of room to add garage parking if desired. Steps to local parks, playgrounds, and downtown transportation.