1557 Williams Blvd, Springfield, IL 62704

If you have ever wanted to live in the park, here is a rare chance to have Washington Park out your front door. This hidden gem of a street has no through traffic and only twelve houses. So while very much in the city and close to downtown, you are surrounded by nature and secluded from traffic and noise. Every foot of the interior of this 1924 Colonial home is well considered and nothing is wasted. Up front is a spacious living room built around a great hearth clad in beautiful unpainted casework, vintage brick and tile with a true wood-burning fireplace tailor-made for chilly nights and holiday gatherings. An expansive sunroom is surrounded by large windows to view nature in every season. The dining room has more built-in shelves, cabinets, and archways that signal a home built with craft and pride. The chefs kitchen is timeless, yet freshly painted, with new quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, and professional-grade stainless steel appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is a half bath and butlers pantry toward the back entry. Off the kitchen is the stairway to a bright, full basement with high ceilings, lots of light, backyard access, and floor-to-ceiling built-in shelves. Upstairs is a large master bedroom and three additional bedrooms. Authentic wooden blinds in all bedrooms. Operable windows and screens for fresh air. Through one bedroom door is a walk up, full height attic overlooking the treetops that is perfect for seasonal storage or playroom. A modern, full bathroom has a tub for soaking, tile clad shower, custom cabinetry, and two sinks set in a glass countertop. Outside, songbirds welcome the morning, and owls mark the evening. The crushed stone patio out the backdoor is an idyllic place to enjoy the soundtrack of Rees Memorial Carillon concerts. Listening to this neighborhood outdoor grandfather clock as it keeps time gives new appreciation of the phrase, "Clear as a bell." Step out the front door into the landscaped front yard and enjoy all that Washington Park has to offer, yet still retain privacy with a solid wall of green, mature trees acting as a buffer between your property and the park. It could not be easier to walk the dog, take a stroll, or go for a run. The two-car detached garage has space to spare for bikes, tool storage, lawn and garden equipment, sleds for the hill down the street, and golf clubs for the course around the corner. This is a home that has the best of both worlds and embraces contradictions. Charm and character of the old with the updates and convenience of the new. Close to the city yet feels like the country. Relaxed and laid back for everyday living while equally suited for hosting and entertaining. This is a must-see house that will not be on the market long. Come see it in person during the Open House on Sunday, October 27th from 2-4pm.