A rare opportunity to own a truly distinctive piece of Morton Grove history. Set on an impressive 100 x 144-foot-wide double lot, this circa-1926 Colonial-style residence is filled with remarkable architectural detail, craftsmanship and character seldom found today. Built during an era when quality materials and fine millwork mattered, the… Read More home showcases beautiful hardwood floors, extensive original woodwork, built-ins, beamed and wood-paneled ceilings, arched windows and French doors. The gracious center-entry floor plan includes a spacious living room highlighted by a dramatic red-brick wall, distinctive oval fireplace and built-in bookshelves. An inviting solarium/family room with arched windows and French doors brings wonderful natural light and connects beautifully with the home's outdoor spaces. Generously proportioned bedrooms continue the sense of scale and character on the second floor. Much of the home's vintage integrity has been preserved, offering an extraordinary opportunity for the next owner to thoughtfully renovate and restore a special residence while incorporating today's amenities. An unfinished third-floor attic provides additional possibilities for future living space. Situated on an expansive 100-foot-wide property the setting itself is exceptional. For nearly a century, this architecturally interesting home has stood as a reminder of Morton Grove's early residential history. Bring your vision and become the next steward of a home that simply cannot be replicated today. This home was designed by Hal Thompson a significant architect of the period. The original owner that commissioned and built the home was Fred Fuhr. The Fuhr family owned the Morton Grove Lumber Company. Remarkably, this treasured residence has been held by just two families since it was built nearly a century ago-a rare testament to the enduring character and timeless appeal of the home. Read Less
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Listing Snapshot
Days Online
46
Last Updated
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
2,744
Lot Size
0.31 Acres
Year Built
1926
MLS Number
12746954
Additional Details
Appliances & Equipment
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Building
Built in 1926, Living area: 2744, Construction Materials: Frame, Plaster
Community
Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Doors
French Doors
Exterior Features
Patio/Porch Features: Patio
Fence
Partial
Fireplaces
2 fireplaces, Wood Burning
Floors
Hardwood
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Garage
2.5 spaces
Heating
Natural Gas
Home Owner's Association
Fee Frequency: Not Applicable, Fee Includes: None
Interior Features
Built-in Features, Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute
Lot
0.312 acres, Dimensions: 100x144, Dimensions to Center of Road, Mature Trees
Parking
2.5 total parking spaces, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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