Impressive 5 BR, 1.5 bath Italian Villa style home is ready for new owners to continue it's historic journey, after being placed in the "National Register of Historic Places" in 1980. It's been named as the "Sarah Martin House", as noted in wikipedia, and later known as the "Morris" home. Designed by John Cochrail, who also designed the IL & IA state capitals. Built w/ brick layered 16-22 inches, wrought iron fence, windows topped w/ ornamental cut stone & cast iron headers, as well as several leaded & etched glass windows. Interior boasts hardwood floors, amazing untouched woodwork, tall ceilings, magnificent walnut spiraling staircase, plus a 2nd staircase, ornate ceilings, pocket doors, 3 fireplaces, & more. Tap into the potential to restore the landscaped yard to previous beauty of flowing fountains, utilizing the current flowering plants & trees, & parklike design. Original concrete blocks & materials were left to recreate the original front porch. Sandstone foundation. Water heater ~3 years old. 2 CAs & 2 Furnaces. 2 car detached garage needs new door. This home has been previously divided into 5 apartments & would make a wonderful B&B as an investment opportunity w/ proper accommodations made or a phenomenal residential home. Selling AS-IS. Pre-qualified buyers ONLY.