Real Estate
Stunning Glass House Listed For $795K In Downers Grove
This modernistic glass house features literal floor-to-ceiling windows that look out on wooded surroundings.
DOWNERS GROVE, IL -- Tucked in a peaceful wooded lot, this glass house features 360-degree views of your beautiful surroundings. There's even a screened-in porch with a glass ceiling, so you can gaze up at the stars from the comfort of your home.
- Address: 4918 Wallbank Ave, Downers Grove, Illinois
- Price: $795,000
- Square Feet: 2016
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2 Full and 1 Half Baths
- Built: 1974
- Features: Modernist 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath steel and glass home designed by architect Richard Marker as his own home. In the style of Mies van der Rohe, Philip Johnson, A James Speyer, and David Haid. Situated on a forested parcel for maximum privacy and connection to surrounding nature. Blocks from 2 Metra Train Stations, downtown Downers Grove, all 3 schools, and Prince Pond. The unique home boasts original features including white oak flooring, wood ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass walls and windows, skylights, kitchen cabinetry, and metal spiral staircase. Fireplace and screened porch with glass ceiling. Open floor plan, flexible rooms, and views out of every exterior wall. Living room and dining room. Master bedroom with full renovated bath and den/flex room that overlooks the natural backyard. Full size basement with recreation room with wet bar, .5-bath, workshop, storage, and exterior access. New, high-efficiency dual HVAC system, appliances, baths, and refinished floors.
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