718 Columbian Avenue

Classic, light-filled five-bedroom home with three full and three half baths, offering abundant, flexible living space. A charming side entrance opens to a spacious foyer with two coat closets and a built-in bench, providing an inviting first glimpse of the hardwood floors and beautiful art glass found throughout the home. To the east, a bright office-currently used as a music room-overlooks the backyard. To the west, a generous living room with a wood-burning fireplace opens to the enclosed front porch, which serves as both an office and a first-floor family room. The living room and enclosed porch each provide convenient access to the separate dining room and kitchen. The eat-in kitchen features plentiful cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, high-end appliances, and direct access to the deck and backyard. The powder room on the first floor is convenient especially when entertaining. The second floor includes four spacious bedrooms, each with distinctive features, plus a shared full bath. Bedroom 1 has south- and west-facing windows and shares a Jack-and-Jill half bath with Bedroom 2. Bedroom 2 also includes a tandem room that can serve as a playroom, office, music room, homework area, or studio. Bedroom 3 offers its own sink and east- and north-facing windows, while Bedroom 4 has a full attached bath and west- and north-facing windows. The common bath is conveniently located between Bedrooms 3 and 4. The third-floor primary suite is a private retreat with a large bedroom, separate office, and full bath. The fully finished basement offers ample room for lounging and games, along with a separate laundry room, half bath and dedicated workspace or storage. Set on a triple lot, the property features a fantastic fenced yard with generous space for play and entertaining, a custom-designed deck, a brick-paver patio, and an in-ground sprinkler system ideal for gardeners. Additional highlights include dual heating with radiant and gas-forced-air systems, central air conditioning, and a newer 75-gallon water heater installed in 2024. New boiler being installed week of November 2nd. Located on a quiet street just seven blocks north of central Oak Park, the home offers easy access to the Green Line, shops, and restaurants. A 2.5-car garage with a storage loft and two additional exterior parking spaces complete the property.