2620 Oak Ave

This updated 4 bedroom colonial is only a 12 minute walk to the train making a downtown commute simple! Plus it is located in the popular North Shore suburb of Northbrook boasting top-rated public schools, terrific recreational facilities including 2 golf courses, 2 pools, 2 skating rinks to name a few, a nationally acclaimed library with concert hall and this charmer enjoys a close to downtown Chicago expressways and OHare airport! A pretty paver walkway and patio provide a welcoming entrance to this lovely home. An attractive leaded front door with matching sidelights opens to the gracious foyer with pretty turned staircase. Sun streams in from the floor-to-ceiling picture windows in the adjacent elegant living room. Nearby is the formal dining room with more oversized windows and crown and chair moldings; French doors open to the kitchen.Gourmet chefs will love the gorgeous kitchen! Richly-hued cabinets abound and blend beautifully with the striking granite counters. There are newer stainless steel appliances and a large center island perfect for entertaining and cooking alike. Friends and family will love to gather around the inviting brick fireplace in the spacious family room. The party can continue through glass doors opening to the expansive fully fenced private backyard featuring an enormous paver patio complete with entertainment area, fireplace and raised masonry/seating wallswhat a way to enjoy the outdoors!Four large bedrooms are located on the upper level all with double closets and all with darling alcoved windows. The master suite has room for a king-sized bedroom set along with a sitting area if desired; there is a large, organized walk-in closet and a private bath with shower.Lots of fun and play can be had in the finished lower level. There is a recreational area, game area and a play/exercise area as well as a separate workroom. An extra-large laundry room is located off the kitchen and garage which has a big storage alcove ideal for storing bikes and mowers.Beautiful hardwood floors are throughout almost the entire home including under carpeting in the bedrooms. All windows have been replaced with easy-clean, tilt-out thermopanes. An ideal Northbrook location coupled with pristine condition all add up to making this a wonderful place to call home! Call Nancy Gibson, Northbrooks #1 top producing real estate agent at 847-753-6239 or visit us on the web at www.Number1Nancy.com for more details!