$249,000

Magnificent Victorian home located two blocks from downtown Sycamore! Meticulously restored 1896 Dr. A. Blagden House is filled with exquisite details. As you enter, you will be greeted with an open oak stairway, pocket doors, 10 inch cypress baseboards, natural fireplace and 9 foot ceilings throughout the first floor. Updated kitchen with granite counter tops, custom cabinetry, breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. The formal dining room and family room have beautiful leaded glass windows, a gorgeous 8 foot stained glass clerestory window and unique oak/tile fireplace surround. This home is filled with antique details true to the character of the era to include iron registers and 5 panel doors with ornate hardware. Two full baths offer a slipper claw foot tub and large walk-in tiled shower. Second floor boasts 5 restored bedrooms with edge-grain heart pine floors and 8 foot ceilings. Large walk-up attic is presently used as an art studio, with an octagon office in the turret. Covered wrap around front porch with swing welcomes you. Screened back porch and three car garage. Attractive corner lot with perennial flower beds, fruit trees and berry patches. Roof 2013, furnace/air conditioner and chimney 2015. Every detail has been carefully attended to. This vintage beauty has been included in Sycamore's Historic Homes Tour. You will be sure to enjoy the annual Pumpkin Festival Parade just a block away!