A rare opportunity to own an 1860’s FOUR SQUARE set on a picturesque HALF-ACRE in Prospect Heights, blending historic character with meaningful updates and comprehensive ARCHITECTURAL PLANS PREPARED for its next chapter. From the moment you enter, the home unfolds with warmth and proportion. Freshly painted interiors and MAPLE HARDWOOD FLOORS anchor the living room and continue seamlessly into the formal dining room, creating a natural flow ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The layout feels balanced and welcoming, with original PLASTER WALLS and thoughtfully preserved ARCHITECTUAL WOODWORK AND DETAIL throughout. The kitchen is fully functional and features a charming back staircase providing convenient access between levels – a distinctive architectural element that enhances both character and practicality. It also offers a CLEAR CANVAS FOR FUTURE CUSTOMIZATION within the broader renovation vision. The main level provides exceptional flexibility. A thoughtfully NEWLY RENOVATED POWDER ROOM highlights Lefroy Brooks fixtures and beautifully curated European-inspired finishes. The first-floor bedroom is paired with a STUNNING SPA INSPIRED BATHROOM featuring a full surround, Kohler inspired shower, new vanity, and toilet – ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or a main-level primary option. Upstairs, four bedrooms display remarkable CIVIL WAR-ERA REFINISHED FIRST GROWTH PINE FLOORING, rich with character and history. The second-floor full bath has been fully gutted with UPDATED PLUMBING completed; Restoration hardware vanities with marble tops are already on-site awaiting installation. COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL PLANS – fully paid for with permits secured and currently in place – outline a cohesive whole-house renovation. DESIGNS INCLUDE completing the second-floor full bath, incorporating the bonus room into an expansive primary suite. Additional potential includes adding a staircase to the expansive 3rd floor attic, envisioned as a gallery, studio, or flexible living space. An additional vision includes reconfiguring the driveway to Minnaqua Street creating a redefined front approach to the property. Additional major improvements include replaced windows in the original home, UPDATED 220-AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE, NEWER BOILER, WATER HEATER(2019), refinished hardwood floors (with additional hardwood beneath carpeting,) and a RECENTLY PAINTED EXTERIOR The expansive basement presents further opportunity, offering space for a future laundry room, second kitchen setup, recreation area, and abundant storage. Set on a generous half-acre with a DETACHED TWO-CAR GARAGE and charming POULTRY ENCLOSURE, the property provides room to garden, entertain, and create a distinctive estate setting. A home for the vision-driven buyer who appreciates history, craftsmanship, and the opportunity to complete a thoughtfully planned transformation!
Property Details
Price:
$649,000
MLS #:
MRD12647832
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
prospectheights
Listed Date:
May 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,440
Year Built:
1868
Schools
School District:
214
Elementary School:
Betsy Ross Elementary School
Middle School:
Macarthur Middle School
High School:
John Hersey High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Steam, Radiator(s)
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial, Farmhouse
Construction Materials
Frame
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Gravel, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
Asphalt
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$9,891
Listing Agent & Office
Patricia Nelson
@properties Christie’s International Real Estate
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504 N SCHOENBECK Road
Prospect Heights, IL


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