1020 Forest Ave.

UNDER CONTRACT in PLN.... Breathtaking home on an extremely generous property. Graceful stairs expansive front porch. Entering the main floor you are greeted with an impressive foyer and staircase embracing a story high stained glass window on the landing. First there is the office/library with French doors leading into the foyer and the living room. Beautiful formal dining room. Kitchen, family room streaming with light. 5 beds on the 2nd floor with 2 updated baths. Primary bedroom, dressing room( 2nd bedroom) & bath occupy one end of 2nd floor and could be enclosed as a suite. Spectacular 3rd floor with guest/6th bedroom. Dramatic soaring ceilinged play/family room. 2.5 car garage that could have alley access. Absolutely stunning home, blocks to the lake, Lincoln School, trains with easy walk to restaurants, coffee shops, Trader Joe's and Jewel. Many upgrades and improvements in the last 8 years including gorgeous front porch rebuilt in the last 3 years and a massive 75x180 lot, Real estate taxes for 2019 were $26,370 w/exemption. This home is in the Lakeshore Historic District. This is a one of a kind treasure built by Holabird and Roche in 1896........ Owners cannot leave til some point in summer closer to July August...