1117 West Pratt Boulevard, Chicago, IL, 60626

About 1117 West Pratt Boulevard

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a beautiful brick double-lot single family home on a serene, tree-lined, dead-end street -- just six doors from the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan and Tobey Prinz Beach Park! Watch the sailboats glide by from your own living room, and bask in the rare tranquility that only lakeside living in Chicago can offer. Ideally situated on an extra-wide 50' x 123' lot, this 4BR/2.1BA home is steps to Loyola's Campus and its vibrant surroundings, just north of Sacred Heart School, and has easy access to the "L," Lake Shore Drive, the 147 express bus, and the METRA. Built in the early 1900's and later redesigned by acclaimed architect Roy Kruse, this stately residence with a large and welcoming covered front porch offers four bedrooms on the second level (plus existing stairs up to an unfinished attic), a gracious main level that extends out to the lush, tranquil landscaped gardens with multiple seating areas and a pergola, a finished basement with recreation room, office, and wine cellar/bar; and, a desirable side driveway leading to a classic brick two car garage. Numerous fine design elements include exquisite millwork and ceiling details, specialty lighting, striking octagonal bay window in the living room, primary bedroom with exposed brick wall, and oak doors with 16" transoms. The well-appointed kitchen overlooks the rear gardens and features Heritage custom oak inset cabinetry, granite countertops, mosaic brushed steel backsplash with under-cabinet lighting, and newer stainless steel appliances including LG ThinQ microwave, Viking gas cooktop, and Bosch dishwasher. Additional upgrades include full-sized front loading washer and dryer with stands, keyless locks, radiators with custom oak covers, and new cordless living room bamboo roman shades. Portable A/C units available but not included. Eminently livable and well-maintained by long term owners, this home is being sold AS IS. Welcome home to the VERY best of urban residential living!

Additional Information: This property is located in the CHI - Rogers Park neighborhood, IL. This 4 bedrooms detached single property is priced at $356/sqft.

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