5054 N Bernard St., Northlake, IL 60625

This is the one that will make the wait worth it, trust us. The all-brick portico entrance faces the north end of this oversized lot with side drive. Step into a formal foyer and find an absolutely magnificent, period-preserved staircase. To your right, the sunroom and living room enjoy morning light, wood-burning fireplace, and gleaming hardwood floors. To your left, the formal dining room with hardwood floors and neutral decor leads to a huge galley kitchen with multiple workstations, breakfast bar, and tons of storage. The broad mudroom at the rear of the house has brand new, mess-friendly flooring, lots of bright windows, and built-in cupboards. The first floor bedroom and full bath make ideal guest space/in-law. Upstairs the primary bedroom suite is nothing short of resort-perfect, with two full closets, king-size sleeping area, lounge/study space, and private east-facing balcony. The full bath with original porcelain tile and fixtures has soaking tub and separate shower. Two additional rooms upstairs complete the bedroom gallery and boast generous closets, neutral decor, and access to the bonus play/recreation room. Downstairs the basement provides a full size root room, family room, maker's room with custom workbench, laundry, and additional storage. The front, side, and rear gardens entertain throughout the year with fantastic perennials, shrubs, trees, a raised vegetable garden, and seasonal landscape. Enjoy these from your custom cedar deck and charming backyard. 2C Garage, 100AMP Electrical, Radiator Heat, SpacePak A/C. This lovely home is situated in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in the city, walking distance to the Brown line, with award-winning elementary, high school, and university campuses nearby, plus restaurants, markets, parks, theater, and more.