What an opportunity! This all-brick, 2-story, 1967 custom build is ready to change hands for the first time. The builder designed this, his own home, with love and careful attention to detail, ensuring quality and stability throughout. The builder's own millwork company masterfully crafted & completed the home's woodwork. The space and layout is spectacular with the eat-in corner kitchen with beautifully maintained original cabinetry overlooking the backyard. The separate dining is oversized to seat plenty of guests. Side-by-side living & family rooms provide so many options for entertaining, anchored by the family room's wood-burning fireplace. Upstairs, find big bedrooms in each of the four corners, the primary complete with en suite accommodation and two separate closet areas. The hall bath is big with double sinks. A third full bath can be found in the spacious, partially-finished basement, ready for your updating ideas. A great bar with booth seating awaits you! The owner left plenty of storage, as well. Step outside into your private backyard - no alley! - with access to the first floor (via mudroom) and basement level. A 2.5-car garage provides plenty of parking & extra storage options. A few short blocks to downtown Skokie, schools, parks & the library. Enjoy shopping and dining without having to hop in a car. Quick access to I-94 & public transportation. It's a gem!