4344 Grand Ave., Western Springs, IL 60558

This 1871 home was built by T.C. Hill, one of the first WS developers, for himself. He was also the first Village president. Premier Old Town location on an oversized lot. Preserved vintage details coexist with plumbing and electrical updates. Recently built three-car garage and concrete driveway. Older kitchen rehab embellished with fireplace. New-England-replica two-story sunroom addition dates from 1916. The gorgeous living room invites you into this classic home. A dramatic staircase gives a sense of grandeur, and beautiful vintage finishes abound throughout. Generous room sizes give you all of the space you need. Oak floors on first floor and 10.5' ceilings and maple floors on the second fllor with 9' ceilings. The welcoming front porch and inviting screened porch (both totally rebuilt around 1995) are perfect places to relax and enjoy the neighborhood and views of the historic water tower.