1026 E 1st St

European charm and modern conveniences near campus! This painstakingly restored, enhanced and enlarged 1929 Spanish Colonial Revival style home, with 2-bedrooms and 2.5 baths over a finished walk-out basement, is an historic gem close to Indiana University and the best of Bloomington. Original artistry and details, like stucco and plaster walls, front door, ceiling medallions, arches and baseboards, blend seamlessly with new plumbing, HVAC, electrical and security systems, as well as sustainable bamboo and stone flooring. The home's main level features a large living room with gas fireplace, dining room with bay window overlooking the yard, a completely renovated kitchen with new appliances and an efficiency main level laundry corner. A new master suite, with walk-in closet, a small office and an additional full bath and bedroom are all located on the main level. Other craftsman details include custom cabinetry, built-in niches and stained and lead glass windows. The finished basement, accented by Spanish tiles and custom wrought iron railings, has been transformed into a large media room and entertainment space featuring a large gas fireplace with hand-crafted plaster fireplace and spiral columns concealing steel support posts. It also offers a custom wet bar, half bath, wine cellar and office space, along with a full laundry/mudroom and additional storage. This special home features built in speakers inside and out, gracious front and back covered porches, a low maintenance yard and private courtyard with a Spanish-style fountain, perfect for outdoor entertaining and over 2,800 finished sq.ft. It also offers an oversized detached two-car garage and rare additional off street parking for an additional 2 cars. Located blocks from Indiana University and Bryan Park.