405 South Cass Avenue Southwest

Vintage farmhouse features thoughtful architectural design and was built with craftmanship and quality materials. Builder owner who has demoed & built several new constructions feels there is a vital need for affordable housing for young families, older residents AND has decided the highest and best use is to RENO this property. NOTE: List price is for property in AS IS condition before any RENO. Opportunity to come to terms w/ a written 8.0 contract. No interior pics~ home loaded w/ storage items & does not show well. RENO start date was Sept 15 w/ install of New roof w/ Pewter Grey GAF Timberline HDZ shingle. Interior show appts for Pre-qualified or CASH w/ POF buyers only. LA shall accompany. Buyers /Investors welcome to bring their own trusted contractor(s). Convenient walk to quaint town of Westmont, and train. Highly regarded district 86 / 60 schools. Lots of options which yield substantial equity, long term appreciation & affordable living space. OWNER is List Agent & licensed Realtor. Several offers received but have not come to terms! ** Only written 8.0 offers will be considered. ** Site SF allows for an addition: family rm, enlarged kitchen; expanded garage; paver patio, etc. Finish the English bsmt ( approx 1000 SF ) w/ above ground windows, exterior entrance. LL suitable for separate living area & room for laundry rm. Older homes feature superior stick built construction so view the attic and appreciate the high quality materials used w/ substantial joists, rafters, ridge, sheathing designed for structural integrity and built to last! LA may accompany showings. Home requires some RENO to habitate. ACCUDRY drain tile & sump pump in 2016 ensures dry bsmt. Recent updates: A course of cement blocks under the front porch were replaced & the chimney was tuckpointed B4 new roof. Steep pitched roof creates tall attic ceiling heights suitable for build out of addt'l living space cost effectively! ZONING map indicates R-4 for subject property and neighboring props:** $ 700K+ NEWer constr SFH @ rear/E; 5 unit apt bldg to S @ 411 S Cass; and 3 unit apt bldg to N @ SE corner 401 S Cass. Detached 1.5 car garage. Inspections welcome. Quick close possible.