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Welcome home to 4149 N. Ridgeway. This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home on a WIDE/OVERSIZED 38' x 125' lot, situated in the HOT Irving Park neighborhood (Henry Elementary and Roosevelt High School districts). This home has been in the same family for over 120 years. Pride in ownership is evident through the home - it has been extremely well maintained and cared for over the years. The first floor features an inviting foyer leading to a bright living room featuring large, beautiful bay windows, flowing into a formal dining room, with hardwood floors (replaced in the 1990s) extending throughout the main living areas. The light-filled first floor also features two bedrooms and one full bathroom. Continue on into the very large, gorgeous newer kitchen in 2005 featuring custom cabinetry with crown molding and decorative lighting, built-in custom serving buffet, stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of room for a table, creating the perfect space for morning coffee, casual dining, or entertaining while enjoying an abundance of natural light. Home features two laundry machines, one stackable washer/dryer located off the kitchen and a side-by-side washer/dryer in the walk-out basement. Upper level runs the length of the house and features two additional bedrooms and a flexible space/sitting area. Step outside to an expansive wide lot with a stunning side and back yard, professionally landscaped and ideal for summer gatherings, pets, or play. The property also features a detached 2 car garage with room to add an additional carport for extra parking. The lower level is partially finished, complete with a full bath with shower, second stove, second refrigerator, second laundry, and additional storage/workshop, providing plenty of storage and flexible living space. Updates: New kitchen-2005. New dishwasher-2024. New boiler-2012. New water heater -2018. Rebuilt garage-2001. New front porch-1994. New Climate Guard Windows-1994. New lower-level bathroom-1988. First floor bathroom remodeled, 1996. New Maytag washer and dryer in the basement-1996. Exterior 1st layer of bricks replaced-2002. New Roof-2012. New north side of home fence-2002. New back fence-2023. New siding-2005. New window treatments, double honeycomb shades-2025. With generous indoor and outdoor living spaces, this home offers the perfect combination of character, functionality, and room to grow. This is a MUST-SEE HOME!
