3045 Payne St.

A stunning classic quality-built Hemphill Colonial on one of Evanston's premier blocks! This center-entry brick home exudes elegance and features so many lovely architectural features, including a spiral staircase leading up to the second level, beautiful dentil moldings and many sets of French doors. Loads of light stream into all rooms. The extra-large gracious living room features charming plantation shutters and handsome wood floors with inlaid design, as well as a woodburning fireplace. A formal dining room, powder room and cozy office/den with a gas fireplace complete the first floor. There is a traditional white cabinet kitchen with new refrigerator, eat-in breakfast bar and wine refrigerator. On the second level you'll find a large master bedroom, very nice bath with tub and shower, as well as a walk-in closet. You'll also find 3 additional sun-filled good-sized bedrooms and two nicely updated hall bathrooms. The third level offers a very versatile/multi-purpose space which could serve as a family room area or extra bedroom. Loads of storage throughout. All north-facing rooms overlook the gorgeous large, landscaped yard and attractive stone patio-perfect for entertaining this summer. There is a huge recreation room with a wet bar in the basement, including another woodburning fireplace. Conveniently located to transportation and parks, with easy access to Central St. shopping/restaurants, Old Orchard Mall, I-94, Metra, downtown Evanston, Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. Come see this fabulous home!