479 Maple Street

Nearly 100 Years of Character, Craftsmanship & History! Step inside to 479 Maple Street, a 1927 Craftsman-influenced two-story home located just four blocks from Purdue University! Owned by only three families, including the current owner for nearly 40 years, this home offers approx. 2,600 finished square feet, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a partially finished basement. A spacious entry foyer welcomes you with a large walk-in coat closet, hardwoods, high ceilings, French doors, and timeless woodwork. Original hardwoods and antique lighting can be found throughoutfrom the foyer, living room, sunroom, dining room wall sconces, and staircase to the upstairs hallway and all three bedroomspreserving the character of its era. The living room is anchored by an original brick fireplace with custom built-ins on either side, while an adjoining four-season sunroom is surrounded by windows overlooking the front yard. The formal dining room features a beautiful original built-in buffet. Remodeled and expanded in the 1980s, the oversized eat-in kitchen offers skylights, abundant cabinetry with select pull-out drawers, a center island, built-in desk, hidden ironing board, and newer dishwasher and refrigerator. An adjoining enclosed three-season room also features skylights. Two stairways, one off the foyer and another accessible from the kitchen, lead upstairs to three spacious bedrooms with hardwood floors, walk-in closets, and a large, recently updated full bath. A separate stairway near the kitchen provides access to the updated half bath and basement. An original laundry chute connects the main and upper levels to the basement laundry area! The partially finished basement offers a second brick fireplace, family room, office, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy the fully covered front porch with porch swing and in the backyard enjoy mature trees, perennial gardens, flagstone patio, and walking paths. Additional features include a high-efficiency hot water boiler heating system, oversized one-car garage, and extended driveway. The preserved original property abstract and survey provide a special connection to this home's nearly century-long history. The location is hard to beat: close to campus, just off Stadium Avenue, and positioned for convenient access to campus, restaurants, coffee shops, and everything West Lafayette has to offer. Step back in time and experience nearly a century of charm, character, and craftsmanship. Don't waitSchedule your tour today!