297 N Maple Ave

Visually stunning and superior craftsmanship set the tone for this 5 bedroom and 4 full bath custom home situated a short walk to downtown Elmhurst, Berens Park, Marjorie Park, and Jaycee Tot Lot. A large brick paver U-shaped driveway with an extra wide apron make entry to your deep 3 car garage easy. The garage features an included heavy duty hydraulic motorbike/storage lift and 220V electric outlet. Outside, a Hunter in-ground sprinkler system with rain sensor makes it a cinch to irrigate this extra wide 75x163 deep (.28 acre) lot. A maintenance-free composite fence surrounds the backyard that features a large deck and a beautiful cedar playground with fort and rock climbing wall. On the side of the home is a 17KW Generac natural gas backup generator that can power the house if needed. A new remote controlled Sunsetter retractable awning keeps you cool on the newly refinished 2-tone deck that is perfect for entertaining. Inside you have open floor entertaining and a large kitchen complete with Viking double oven and cook top. A large cream colored stone island is the centerpiece for this area. The large family room is pre-wired for a home entertainment system and features a stunning walk-up bar. It's coffered ceiling adds a nice focal point. This house features hardwood flooring with Brazilian cherry inlays plus stone and marble flooring throughout. Moen and Kohler hardware is used everywhere. All countertops and sink vanities have thick granite. Detailed ceilings and crown moldings are featured throughout. A large Mudroom with a built in bench and coat hooks, utility sink and LG TROMM high capacity washer and dryer make it very convenient. Additional conveniences include: Nutone central vacuum, Nutone intercom CD player system and intercoms in every room, whole house Cat-5 wiring, 3 floor ADT home security system with motion detection and wireless cellular communication. The master bedroom is very accommodating and inviting. Closet space is very abundant with 7 closets in the suite. There are 2 walk in closets plus 2 additional clothes closets. The adjoining Bonus room is large, bright and cheery and could be an exercise room, hobby area, or sitting room. The master bathroom is complete with a separate water closet featuring a bidet and its own pedestal sink. If a bath is called for, there is an inviting jet soaking tub with room for two. The large basement is unfinished. It features rough-in plumbing and a brick fireplace as well as exterior access. The possibilities are endless. We'll work with buyer's agents, 2.5% -$225