924 S Locust Street

Prepare to be impressed by this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath home situated on a lovingly landscaped lot of over half an acre. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, the spacious yard offers privacy, mature landscaping, and exceptional outdoor living space. A welcoming front porch leads into the foyer featuring freshly refinished hardwood floors and a convenient coat closet. The spacious living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, highlighted by a bay window that creates the perfect setting for gatherings and meals with family and friends. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and counter space, a pantry, breakfast bar, and newer stainless steel appliances, all replaced within the last four years. Enjoy views of the backyard through the glass door leading to the 15' x 19' deck. The kitchen opens to the inviting family room, featuring a vaulted ceiling and a stunning floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter. The fireplace can easily be converted back to gas, with all conversion components included. The main level also includes a centrally located powder room with a new vanity and a convenient laundry room complete with a utility sink, cabinetry, and a storage closet. Upstairs, you'll find the primary suite with a private bath, along with three additional bedrooms, all featuring ceiling fans and ample closet space, plus a full hall bath. The fully finished basement provides endless possibilities, offering space for a recreation room, family room, exercise area, or playroom. A separate room with a closet is ideal for a home office or craft room and could potentially serve as a legal fifth bedroom with the addition of an egress window. The basement bathroom features a Jacuzzi tub/shower combination and heated flooring. Abundant storage space is found throughout the lower level. The attached 2-car garage is conveniently located off the laundry/mudroom and includes shelving, additional storage space, and a floor drain. Outside, you'll appreciate the expansive backyard (over half an acre) retreat featuring a lighted deck and a 12' x 16' powered shed complete with interior and exterior lighting, a loft, a workbench, plywood flooring, a ramp, and a charming octagon window. The mature landscaping enhances both beauty and privacy throughout the property. Recent updates include a new air conditioner (2024), furnace (2018), refinished hardwood floors, a new vanity in the basement bathroom, fresh paint in most rooms, and newer stainless steel kitchen appliances. Roof replaced in 2010. A complete list of improvements from the past four years is available. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, restaurants, downtown Sycamore, medical and recreational facilities, and easy access to I-88. If outdoor living is high on your wish list, this home is one you won't want to miss!