Indoor Fountain, Colorful Glass In Mid-Century Northfield Home

NORTHFIELD, IL — Sitting about a block west of the North Branch of the Chicago River, this 55-year-old, brick and cedar tri-level home is "built like a fortress," according to its listing. The 3,500-square-foot custom four-bedroom is located on a spacious 1-acre lot at the corner of Wagner and Old Willow roads and features unique finishes throughout.

The mid-century design includes colorful leaded glass panels, a marble and onyx entryway and a one-of-a-kind 35-foot-long "Great Hall" – with a vaulted pine ceiling, a copper and stone fireplace and an imported Italian fountain. Its walls of windows are lined by a contiguous slate bench wrapped around and a heated floor tiles.

The main level includes two other fireplaces set in stone. The home also includes a carpeted, wood-paneled lower level and a two-car attached garage. The mechanicals, kitchen and baths have been updated, according to the listing.

Property records indicate the home was owned for decades by a local neurologist and his late wife. According to the Cook County Assessor's Office, the property's estimated 2018 market value is $856,370.

The home is in the Sunset Ridge School District 29 and New Trier Township High School District 203. The home was listed Oct. 26 with an asking price of $769,000.

• Address: 2089 Old Willow Road, Northfield
• Built: 1962
• Asking Price: $769,000
• Square Feet: 3,553
• Lot: 1 acre
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 3 full, 2 half

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.