Western Springs Wow House: $1.8M Home in Old Town

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL — At $1.9 million, this house on Walnut Street is the second most expensive on the market in Western Springs. Built in 1891, this Old Town house is advertised as a short walk to school, the train and downtown Western Springs. This home was modernized and renovated, including wiring and plumbing, windows, roof, garage, HVAC and water heaters.

• Address: 1206 Walnut St, Western Springs, Illinois
• Price: $1,899,000
• Square Feet: 6010
• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 3 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1891
• Features: The Walnut Manor is Old Town Western Springs at its best. This magnificent, historical home has been modernized to enjoy all the conveniences of new construction in the framework of a historical estate. Located in a desirable part of Old Town on an unusually large and deep lot, you have a short walk to school, train, and all the family-friendly amenities of downtown Western Springs. Wave to neighbors and friends from the massive wrap-around front porch or enjoy a quiet sunset by the custom-made outdoor fireplace amongst all the mature oak trees on the massive property. Once inside the 4-level home, enjoy tons of natural light pouring through windows which span from dark hardwood floors to the dramatic decorative ceilings. Enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night in the refreshing, large eat-in kitchen with an open-concept lounge area. This home is intended to impress. You can host joyful dinner parties and employ your dining room decorated with a modern-twist coupled with the historic coffered-ceilings. Venture-down to the finished basement for family fun with room for all of your activities. The walk-out basement also has a full-feature fitness center, full bath, custom wine cellar, and access to the seven-person hot tub. Ascending to the upper-levels of the home via one of the two stairways, there are 5 bright, grand bedrooms on the second floor including the elegant master suite with spa-like bath. The 4th floor ballroom space has been converted into a 500 square foot putting green and presidential office. Enjoy the top-rated schools, parks, and restaurants are all within walking distance. This home was modernized and renovated including new wiring and plumbing, newer windows, newer roof, new garage, newer HVAC, and new hot water heaters. Don't miss this spectacular home.

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