5505 N Billen Avenue

Mid-century modern beauty for those seeking something truly unique—far from cookie-cutter. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on over half an acre in the heart of Belle Isle and offers a rare blend of character, privacy, and outdoor living. The backyard is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a pool, hot tub, fire pit, terraced patio, and mature trees, with a lower terraced area ideal for gardening or additional outdoor use. Inside, you’ll find stained concrete and wood flooring throughout, along with three original stacked stone fireplaces, including a striking double-sided fireplace between the kitchen and living area. The kitchen is full of character with a copper backsplash, copper vent hood, Wolf gas range with double ovens, eat-in dining space, and a wine bar cubby. Large east-facing picture windows bring in natural light and overlook the pool and expansive backyard. The primary suite features a cathedral ceiling and a luxurious en suite bath with French marble, Absolute Black granite, and an 11-head shower. The secondary bath is finished with Moroccan white porcelain. Additional upgrades include a custom copper garage door with lift (2020, ~$11K), tankless water heater (2019), Pentair pool wireless control system (2020), new main sewer line (2020), updated electrical panel (2017), overhead water lines (2016), HVAC (2016)