4808 oakwood avenue

A notable American 4-square treasure in the heart of Downers Grove, located in the HISTORIAL DISTRICT pouring with original features & charm including the beautiful hardwood floors, untouched woodwork, tall ceilings & fixtures. Welcoming front porch greets you and offers a ceiling fan, 2 swings with TONS of room to entertain or enjoy a cup of coffee while watching the birds flutter through the front yard. Enter through the front door to the living room with original woodwork, hardwood floors & gas hookup fireplace which has updated brickwork and chimney (can be converted back to wood burning). Original wood columns outline the separate dining area with vintage fixture and hardwood floors. Kitchen appliances are stainless steel, along with pure oak countertops, custom cabinet doors & door to rear exterior. 2nd level boasts 3 spacious bedrooms all with beautiful original hardwood floors & nicely sized closets in each room. Incredibly charming LARGE full bathroom with tub, custom vanity sink & window. BONUS finished attic on the 3rd floor currently used as a TV room but could also be a bedroom, play room or office! Finished basement includes office/living area with wall of closets for AMPLE storage, laundry room, half bath and huge storage room! Large concrete patio and lush greenery with beautiful mature trees round out the backyard! This home has MANY recent updates including: Most windows 1-3 years old, roof 2018, fireplace brickwork & chimney, 200 amp electrical system, copper piping, rebuilt staircase and leaf guard gutters (with lifetime warranty). Located on one of the few remaining brick roads in town, this is the 3rd house that was built on Oakwood with a location that cannot be beat! Close to all of Downtown Downer's incredible amenities such as the Metra station (COMMUTERS DREAM!), popular dining, shopping, parks, entertainment & in an award winning school district (Pierce Downer, Herrick & Downers Grove North)! Be sure to view the interactive 3D virtual tour of this historic home!