423 W Taylor St.

This light filled 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath Williamsburg model built by Kensington Homes features many fine details. The living room features an open floor plan with a volume ceiling and a direct vent fireplace, to keep you cozy and warm. The living room flows easily into the dining room, which is open to the kitchen. The first floor also features a convenient half bath and a laundry room. On the second floor is a main suite with a sitting area or study, a large walk in closet and ensuite bathroom with a separate soaking tub and shower for a comfortable private space. Two additional bedrooms are on the 2nd floor, one of which has a walk in closet, with direct access to the hall bath. This arrangement opens up the possibility for a second main suite. The basement features a finished family room, a workshop area, mechanicals and an extended area of crawl space for storage. The 2 car attached garage has an additional 5x12 storage area. From the dining room, walk out the sliding doors to a deck to for relaxation and to enjoy the many trees and perennials, which provide privacy as well as seasonal interest. A high efficiency furnace and extra insulation in the living room ceiling provide additional temperature comfort. Other updates include: new tear-off roof in 2010, new water heater in 2015, new deck boards and railings in 2016, new dishwasher in 2021. This lovely home is bright and cheery year-round, with little need for artificial lighting during the summer months and significant solar gain on sunny winter days. Conveniently located to NIU, downtown, Rte 38, 23 and I88. Close to schools and shopping.