254 E SOUTH ST
ELMHURST, IL 60126

Whimsical and charming, this stunning painted lady is sited on an incredibly rare, almost 1/2 acre, oversized lot on desirable South Street! This home's professionally landscaped grounds are truly stunning... with a 38' inground pool with slide and automatic cover, creating an outdoor oasis on this 60' x 350' lot backing to Wild Meadows Trace and the Prairie Path. Custom built in 1995, this elegant 4 bedroom, 3-1/2 bath luxury Victorian home finds a fabulous balance between the old and the new, maintaining the period aesthetic while balancing the contemporary comforts of a newer home. With spacious rooms, gorgeous hardwood floors and abundant natural light, this home offers 4,424sf plus another 2,163sf in a partially finished basement. The living room's bay window gives a beautiful view of delightful South Street, and an enviable home office, surrounded by windows and nestled in the turret, overlooks the wrap around front porch. The entertainment-sized dining room is accented by an elegant fireplace and adjacent to a traditional butlers' pantry. A well-appointed kitchen opens to a light and bright family room with the home's 2nd fireplace and charming built-ins. The kitchen is well-equipped with a large island, ample storage, nearby access to the basement, and wonderful breakfast room with a convenient "morning" staircase to the second floor. On the 2nd floor, the generous primary bedroom boasts a large bathroom with dual vanities, walk-in closet, vaulted ceiling and access to a private deck. Three additional bedrooms, two baths and a wonderful flex space in the turret makes for a perfect reading nook, playroom or 2nd office! The huge basement offers an almost blank canvas, with approximately 850sf finished, leaving 1,313sf to create your vision...the possibilities are endless! This is a spectacular opportunity to own an outstanding home in a sought-after neighborhood with all the amenities of Elmhurst just minutes away... Metra train, uptown Elmhurst shops and restaurants, Washington Park just 2 blocks away, award-winning schools and convenient highway access...look today before this precious jewel of a home is gone!

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