8451 Drake Ave., Skokie, IL 60076

Welcome home to this charming Skokie ranch on a beautiful tree-lined street! Living room and dining room with attractive finishes, crown molding, hardwood flooring and abundant windows providing natural light and ample space for entertaining. Eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Three bedrooms and a classically updated bathroom with adjustable handheld spray shower. Laundry in basement along with a second full bathroom. Plenty of space in basement for storage or to finish out a family room, home office and more - floors recently re-leveled - bring your ideas! Fantastic backyard fully fenced with custom wood fencing including double barn gate, raised beds for gardening, perennials/butterfly garden, swing set, large picnic table and great shed for storage. New concrete side driveway for your dedicated parking spots. Current owners have done a number of updates: New electrical panel, plumbing, furnace, hot water heater, ejector pump, flood control system, Feldco windows, dishwasher, stove, washer, dryer, fence, raised beds, driveway, roof. Conveniently located with access to Middleton Elementary School, Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park, shopping, restaurants, and more! This home is a true gem!