About 7818 West Elmgrove Drive
Welcome to this charming brick bungalow situated on a well-connected, serene tree-lined street in Elmwood Park. The home boasts ample natural light through expansive windows and features hardwood flooring throughout most of the main and second floors. The house's charming features include crown molding, window seat and trim, and beautiful wooden doors. The kitchen is equipped with extensive counter space, tons of cabinets, a mobile island, and recessed dimmable lighting. Included are stainless steel appliances: an LG French door-in-door smart refrigerator, an LG smart gas stove and oven, a Maytag dishwasher, and an LG smart microwave. Adjacent to the kitchen is an extension featuring a pantry/closet, skylight, and large windows ideal for use as a breakfast nook, office, or mudroom. The finished basement includes a generous sized laundry room with shelving and a Samsung washer and dryer, as well as a tool room, a full bathroom, a bedroom nook, and plenty of flexible open space. The fenced backyard offers a grassy area with a playground set, garden space, paved patio, and a 2-car garage with a party door facing the yard. Additionally, there is a garden storage area beneath the breakfast nook accessible from both the yard and basement. UPGRADES - Several upgrades and purchases have been completed including: A new roof for both main and garage using GAF shingles (2023, $16K value), new Bryant boiler for high-efficiency heating (2024, $9K value), Renewal by Andersen ACCLAIM windows in all main and second-floor bedrooms (2025, $14K value), recently added water heater, Samsung washer and dryer, LG refrigerator, LG stove, and LG microwave (2021-22, like-new condition), five new or like-new air conditioners throughout to ensure cool comfort during summer months, and a pre-installed ADT security system ready for full-service activation. LOCATION - This home enjoys a unique prime location with proximity to several key destinations. It is a 10-minute walk to the CTA bus stop on Belmont and John Mills School. The Elmwood Park Metra stop is a 15-minute walk, and access to the 90 Kennedy Expressway is less than a 15-minute drive. Elmgrove Park, featuring a splash pad for summer fun, is located at the end of the block, while various parks with playgrounds and sports fields are within walking distance. "The Circle," the center of Elmwood Park, is within walking distance and offers a library, pools, bocce courts, recreation center, restaurants, and year-round community/entertainment events. The Thatcher Shopping Center and Harlem Irving Plaza are both less than a 10-minute drive away. Come explore your future home!"
