1005 E 3rd Ave, Ellensburg, WA 98926

This classic craftsman home is in the heart of the desirable Craigs Hill neighborhood surrounded by lovely older homes. While retaining many touches from the early days of the house (some original light fixtures, leaded glass windows in the entry and entry closet, woodwork around the doors/windows, etc., the house has many updated features including a completely remodeled, modern kitchen (granite counter tops, stainless appliances and custom built cabinetry), three bathrooms (3/4 bath on the 2nd floor - remodeled, full bath on the main floor - remodeled, 1/2 bath in the basement), formal dining room, living room with fireplace (Jotul wood stove), enclosed front porch (a sunny warm place in the Spring and Fall), breakfast nook off of the kitchen, a vintage knotty pine paneled basement mother-in-law apartment (used as a TV room, rec room and guest room) with an outside entrance and a freestanding gas stove, two bedrooms on the main floor and three bedrooms on the 2nd floor, a spacious laundry room in the basement with a laundry chute from the main floor, hardwood oak floors throughout most of the main floor and upstairs, many built-in cabinets and storage spaces, central forced air furnace (natural gas) and A/C, a large two-car carport and enclosed storage area, all appliances included (washer/dryer, kitchen appliances in kitchen and kitchenette in basement), new roof and electrical panel, on 1 1/2 lots with shaded, wind-protected yard. Shown by appointment only. Prequalified buyers preferred, but happy to show house to any interested parties.