Built in 1887 as a country estate, the exquisite Second Empire Style home is set on a magnificent oversized lot equivalent to more than 3 standard city lots. It offers bright, sophisticated living space, beautifully landscaped outdoor space that includes a large patio with outdoor fireplace and built-in grill, and a 4-car garage with climate controlled bonus room ideal for office, exercise room, etc above. The floorplan of this thoughtfully renovated home has been opened up to accommodate modern living. Amenities include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, a top quality eat-in kitchen, 5 bedrooms, 41/2 baths, and a penthouse level family room. Other features include a rec room, and dual laundry centers. This home is centrally located between some of Chicago's most popular neighborhoods (Ravenswood, Andersonville, Sheridan Park & Uptown), and is walking distance to great restaurants, shopping, Mariano's, and Red Line and Metra stations.