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Gorgeous Victorian in Great Neighborhood

Wonderfully restored Victorian home located in Joliet, Illinois only 45 miles from Chicago. Only 1 mile to Metra train station and downtown Joliet. Joliet is home to the historic Rialto Square Theatre which provides year round entertainment. Joliet's own minor league baseball team, The Joliet Jackhammers, play in the recently constructed Silver Cross Field. Wonderful park district with 3 golf courses and new multi-million dollar renovation provides activities for the whole family. Please check out www.visitjoliet.com for information this fast-growing, up and coming suburb of Chicago.

The annual housewalk draws visitors to the neighborhood who can tour homes that are open to the public for the day and ride the trolley for the tour. Neighborhood garage sales, workshops and the annual membership dinner keep the neighborhood thriving. More information at www.capajoliet.net.

This showcase home has 5 bedrooms, 2 downstairs and 3 upstairs. 2 full baths have been completely remodeled and feature ceramic tile, new glass block and new fixtures including a wonderful clawfoot tub. Gorgeous entry foyer welcomes you with hardwood floors, double doors to living room and oak staircase. Living room attached to large dining area, both with hardwood floors, 10 foot ceilings and bay windows. Large kitchen with stainless island, commercial grade tile flooring, tall cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Bonus eating area off kitchen has been completely redone with windows to the large backyard. 2 downstairs bedrooms and a full bath finish off the downstairs.

New exterior paint in 4 colors in 2008. Upstairs has been gutted to studs and has new drywall, electric, plumbing and crown molding as well as original baseboards and fantastic refinished radiators. Large upstairs family room with spot for plasma tv and additional sitting area give you tons of space. 3 upstairs bedrooms including master with sitting area that could be walk-in closet. One bedroom used as gym. Upstairs bath has ceramic tile floor and top-of-the-line fixtures with new clawfoot tub. Updated lighting is featured in much of home. Walk-up attic could be amazing finished space or great extra storage.

Full unfinished basement has been recently tuckpointed and is clean and ready for storage. 2 car garage off of alley that back to neighbors coachhouses and amazing historic mansions.