512 N Main Street, Wheaton, Illinois 60187

$610,000
3
BD
1
Full Bath
1
Half Bath
2,064
SqFt

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List Price
$610,000
MLS#
12800380
Status
NEW
Type
Single Family Residential
Subtype
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,064
County
DuPage
City
Wheaton
Neighborhood
Wheaton
Days On Market
1

Property Description

LIKE STEPPING INTO A LIFE-SIZE DOLLHOUSE! TIMELESS CHARM, VINTAGE CHARACTER & DELIGHTFUL SURPRISES IN THE HEART OF WHEATON! Welcome to 512 N. Main Street, where every room tells a story and unexpected treasures await around every corner! If you love historic homes, original hardwood floors, beautiful architectural details and a little cottagecore magic, this one-of-a-kind treasure will capture your heart! Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated, this home offers warmth, personality and craftsmanship you simply can't recreate in today's new construction. The story begins on the expansive, welcoming front porch! Imagine morning tea, summer evenings with neighbors and a front-row seat to Wheaton's beloved Fourth of July parade! Step inside to discover inviting living spaces filled with vintage character, an updated white kitchen that beautifully complements the home's historic style, and updated bathrooms offering modern comfort. WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE THE INCREDIBLE THREE-SEASON ROOM! Soaring vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, two ceiling fans and walls of windows create a spectacular, light-filled retreat overlooking the outdoors! Perfect for entertaining, relaxing with a good book or enjoying the changing seasons. BUT THERE'S MORE... HAVE YOU FOUND THE SECRET DOOR? Hidden behind a bookshelf is a staircase leading to a finished third-floor retreat! Complete with its own baseboard heating, newer windows and abundant storage, this unexpected hideaway is perfect for a creative studio, reading retreat, hobby room or home office. And here's another surprise... this space is NOT included in the home's approximate square footage! The finished basement offers even more living space, featuring a cozy family room with built-in bookcases and a separate office or hobby room. Wonderful storage throughout, including a beautiful built-in wood linen cabinet upstairs, adds everyday practicality. AND JUST WHEN YOU THINK YOU'VE SEEN IT ALL... THERE'S THE SHE SHED! An absolutely adorable detached cottage-like retreat bursting with vintage charm! Imagine your own art studio, gardening getaway, reading cottage or special little escape. It's like a miniature dollhouse of its own! Additional highlights include a detached two-car garage, a whole-house Generac generator installed in 2017, central air conditioning replaced in 2017, and a furnace professionally maintained each spring and fall. AND THE LOCATION IS JUST AS SPECIAL! Enjoy an established neighborhood near downtown Wheaton's restaurants, boutiques and Metra station. Walk to Longfellow Elementary and Franklin Middle School, with Wheaton North High School serving the area. Nearby Memorial Park offers outdoor concerts and entertainment, while Wheaton's beloved community traditions are right at your doorstep! THIS ISN'T JUST ANOTHER HOUSE... IT'S A HOME WITH A STORY, A LITTLE MAGIC AND SURPRISES WAITING TO BE DISCOVERED! Come experience this life-size dollhouse for yourself. You may just fall in love! PLEASE NOTE: Although home is meticulously maintained, the property is being sold AS-IS.

Additional Information

School District
200
Elementary School
Longfellow Elementary School
Middle School
Franklin Middle School
High School
Wheaton North High School
Corporate Limits
Wheaton
Tax Year
2024
Tax Amount
$7,990
Frequency
Not Applicable
Year Built
1907
Exposure
East
Lot Dimensions
66 x 132
Lot Size Range
Less Than .25 Acre
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
Parking Details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Heating
Gas
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Property Features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Basement
Yes

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