8 E 3rd Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521

$3,500,000 Asking Price

6 beds
7 baths
10,747  sqft
Built in 1889

Luxury, Lifestyle, Location! The Francis Stuyvesant Peabody House (Peabody House) has been extensively renovated and updated. Ideal location being on the fringe of downtown Hinsdale, near the Metra BNSF Train Station, shopping, restaurants, parks, The Community House, Hinsdale Middle School and short distance to Hinsdale Central High School. The Peabody House features so many flexible spaces over three finished levels plus a large, partially finished basement. Main level features a music room, library, Hoover Room/Sun Room, gardening room, and a new fresh layout from the 2002 "tune up" that creates intimate spaces while capturing the feeling of an open floor plan. The third level provides ideal quarters for an in-law arrangement, au-pair, guest, and office space. Basement features includes a wine cellar, woodworking room, exercise room, and storage. As a result of the extensive energy efficiency and conservation measures this special home consumes less than half the energy than comparable size homes in the area. Additional improvements include solar panels, radiant heated floors, insulation, triple-pane windows, electric, plumbing, exterior painting, enhanced floor plan, and much more. Magnificent grounds feature multiple outdoor spaces including a covered porch, patio, vine-adorned pergola over deck, Koi pond, raised garden beds, and bench next to the sidewalk to foster neighborly exchanges, family photos and peaceful moments. 4 car tandem, attached garage. The Peabody House is a national landmark rich in history and grandeur. Landmark classification allows owners to change any detail to the interior and exterior, except the few landmarked areas (e.g., main staircase), so enjoy this terrific home as it is offered or make your desired changes. The full history, features, and updates in the Feature Sheet will be available during private showings. Move Confidently!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Carpeting, Special Millwork, Some Window Treatment, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Replacement Windows, Workshop Area (Interior)
Rooms:
Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Office, Other Room, Library, Exercise Room, Deck, Workshop, Heated Sun Room, Foyer
Master Bath:
Separate Shower,Accessible Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
Appliances:
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven
Dining:
Separate
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
Natural Gas, Solar, Radiant, Radiator(s), Zoned
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Includes Accessories, Insert, More than one, Stubbed in Gas Line, Fireplaces: 4
Disability Feature:
None
Eco/Green Feature:
Photovoltaic/Solar System, Low flow commode, Low flow fixtures

Exterior

General:
Cedar,Frame, Balcony, Deck, Patio, Storms/Screens, Other, Gazebo, Other, Pergola
Style:
Queen Anne
Parking:
Unassigned, Off Street, Driveway, Circular Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Parking spaces: 13

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt, Shake
General:
3 Stories, Concrete Perimeter, Stone

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
181
County:
DuPage

Lot

Zoning:
0912131001

Utilities

Utilities:
Service - 400 Amp or Greater
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5%-$495

This listing courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, Elaine Pagels

About Hinsdale, IL

Housing

Number of Units
5,630
Median Home Value
$858,593
Median Rent
$1,620

11.53% of housing units are renter occupied.

7.39% are vacant.

Commute

Car
28.45%
Public Transportation
8.97%
Walk to Work
0.81%
Work from Home
61.55%
Other
0.14%

The median travel time to work is 14 minutes.

People

Population
16,695
Median Age
42.80
Median Household Size
3.35

Education

High School
4.97%
Associate’s Degree
2.94%
Bachelor’s Degree
38.34%
Graduate Degree
43.97%

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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