212 S Kensington Avenue
La Grange, IL
60525
About this home
This stately Victorian home is situated on a beautifully landscaped 75' wide lot in the heart of La Grange's coveted Historic District. The wraparound front porch provides amazing curb appeal and is a relaxing spot to enjoy the warm weather months. The interior features offer incredible historic details including quarter sawn oak hardwood floors, fluted millwork, bullseye moldings, paneled and French doors, glass doorknobs, leaded glass window, 9-1/2 ft. first floor ceilings, oversized double hung windows with stylized divided-light upper sashes, built-in shelving and so much more! The gracious foyer - which features the beautiful original oak entry door and stately staircase with carved newel post and spindles - leads to a double parlor living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room, a first-floor family room and a charming powder room. The elegant kitchen features stainless steel appliances, oak cabinetry, Carrara marble countertops, under-cabinet lighting, a center island, pantry closet, open butler's pantry and table space. The second-floor features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a laundry room and a sleeping porch. The finished third floor has a 4th bedroom with play nook, built-in shelving, cedar-lined closet and a second walk-in storage closet. Outside you'll find incredible additional living space - including the wraparound porch, a tiered backyard deck, mature shade trees and a professionally landscaped yard with irrigation system and picturesque outdoor lighting. The extended two car garage also features a workshop/potting shed. This wonderful home is within walking distance to award winning area schools including Lyons Township HS, parks and all that downtown La Grange has to offer - including restaurants, shopping, movie theater, library and the commuter train! Make this special home yours!