188 Peru Street, Paw Paw, IL 61353

$297,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
1,920  sqft
Built in 1910

Welcome to Your Dream Home Step into this enchanting American 4 Square home and rediscover the joy of relaxing on the front porch. This exquisite residence invites you to explore its timeless charm, boasting original woodwork, intricate hardwood floors, and elegant crown molding. Main Floor Highlights: Foyer: A grand entry featuring a large walk-in closet, beautiful bannister millwork, and a custom storage bench. Living Room: Cozy and inviting with 9-foot ceilings, tall windows flooding the space with natural light, and a charming fireplace. Notice the intricate floor design guiding you from room to room. Dining Room: Separated by a working pocket door, this space is enhanced by restored built-in pass-through cabinets. Kitchen: A delightful blend of original beadboard, floor-to-ceiling built-ins, and modern updates, including new countertops, a dishwasher, and a faucet. The original swinging door adds a touch of nostalgia, while the back staircase provides easy access to the upper floors. The adjacent mudroom, featuring a half bath, leads to a spacious 21x21 ft deck and a well-shaded backyard with mature trees. Upper Floor: Primary Bedroom: Cozy up by the fireplace in this spacious retreat, complete with a walk-in closet. Second and Third Bedrooms: Both generously sized, featuring walk-in closets. Hallway: Admire the original stained glass window as you ascend the main staircase. Full Bath: Freshly painted, it includes the original clawfoot tub, a walk-in shower, and new sink faucets. Plus, enjoy the convenience of second-floor laundry. Attic: Walk-Up Attic: Offering an additional 900 sq ft of potential living or flex space, this 36x25 ft area features high ceilings, hardwood flooring, built-in shelving, four skylights, and a ductless gas fireplace. Imagine creating your private master suite here! Outdoor Features: Corner Lot: This beautiful property includes a detached 24x24 ft garage, a 26x10 ft concrete RV pad, and a pull-through driveway. Join us for a tour and fall in love with this captivating home, where every detail is thoughtfully crafted to blend historic charm with modern convenience.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk
Rooms:
Foyer, Mud Room, Deck
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Wood Burning Stove, Electric, Ventless, Free Standing, Masonry, More than one, Fireplaces: 5
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Frame
Style:
American 4-Sq.
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
2 Stories, Concrete Perimeter

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
271
County:
Lee

Lot

Zoning:
22181522601500

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Swanson Real Estate, Mary Tackett

About Paw Paw, IL

Housing

Number of Units
575
Median Home Value
$133,435
Median Rent
$693

22.18% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.43% are vacant.

Commute

Car
90.04%
Public Transportation
0.32%
Walk to Work
2.67%
Work from Home
6.96%
Other
0.00%

The median travel time to work is 39 minutes.

People

Population
1,272
Median Age
40.90
Median Household Size
2.57

Education

High School
34.99%
Associate’s Degree
7.99%
Bachelor’s Degree
7.96%
Graduate Degree
3.89%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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