Description
Welcome to Plainfield House and own a part of history! Located in the historical section of downtown Plainfield on 1.39 acres of prime property backing to the DuPage River with water access, this home was the site of the Arnold Tavern, the first government franchised post office and the present building was the home of Dr Wight, one of the first physicians in northern Illinois and a post-house which accommodated Chicago-Ottawa stage line passengers. This charming 3-bedroom, 2.1 bath home is a perfect blend of historical charm and modern convenience. The inviting living room features a wood burning fireplace. The elegant parlor, with french doors opens to a formal dining room, ideal for entertaining. The eat-in kitchen is spacious, with ample room for casual dining and original built-in corner cabinets. Convenient first floor amenities include a laundry room and a half bath. The second floor is a true retreat, featuring a master bedroom suite with private bath waiting for your finishing touches, two additional bedrooms, a second kitchen and a great roo,, offering flexible space for extended family or guests. Enjoy the outdoors from the enclosed porch or take advantage of the river access for fishing, canoeing or kayaking. The property also boasts a large 3-car detached garage with a finished second level, perfect for additional storage of a workshop. This home offers the rare combination of historical character, modern updates, and an unbeatable location. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of Plainfield’s history. Home is being sold in as-is condition and any exterior changes must follow the guidelines of the historical home registry.
- Listing Courtesy of: Keller Williams Experience
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 24038 W Main
- City Plainfield
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60544
- Country Will
Details
Updated on October 30, 2024 at 11:46 am- Property ID: MRD12137419
- Price: $425,000
- Property Size: 3073 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Year Built: 1838
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Pending
- Parking Total: 3
- Off Market Date: 2024-10-28
- Parcel Number: 0603094020210000
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Buyer Agent MLS Id: MRD262005
- Days On Market: 76
- Purchase Contract Date: 2024-10-28
- MRD DRV: Asphalt
- Basement Bath(s): No
- MRD GAR: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
- Living Area: 1.39
- Fire Places Total: 1
- Cumulative Days On Market: 74
- Tax Annual Amount: 699.58
- Roof: Asphalt
- Cooling: Central Air
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Range
- Room Type: Kitchen,Foyer,Great Room,Enclosed Porch
- Community: Water Rights,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
- Stories: 2 Stories
- Directions: Main St., West of Rt. 59
- Exterior: Frame
- Buyer Office MLS ID: MRD1855
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Elementary School: Central Elementary School
- Parking Type: Garage
- High School: Plainfield Central High School
- Middle Or Junior School: Indian Trail Middle School
- Township: Plainfield
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Interior Features: Hardwood Floors,First Floor Laundry,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Historic/Period Mlwk,Some Carpeting
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Overview
- Single Family
- 3
- 2
- 3073
- 1838
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