712 S Prairie St, Champaign, IL 61820

This classic bungalow is found in a much desired Old Town neighborhood with brick streets and a rare greenway in Champaign. Just a mile away from the UIUC campus and steps from a main bus stop. Your hidden gem is situated in the middle of a natural habitat garden full of wildflowers and native plants on a long fenced lot with a gazebo and a framework for putting in a greenhouse. A spacious front porch and three back decks (off the bathroom, the kitchen, and second floor) create an open floor plan that culminates in a loft living room and a large bathroom with a soaking tub and walk in shower. The main floor consists of a large living room, a charming dining room, a galley kitchen with a breakfast nook and nostalgic glass built cabinets, a master bedroom, and a storage hallway leading to the second floor and a full basement. The second floor has a reading space with built-in bookcases, a large study/bedroom, and a second study/bedroom with a bath (equipped with an antique porcelain sink and claw foot tub.) Updated windows, sliding glass doors, and loft light fixtures contribute to all the natural light streaming into the home. The entire roof was replaced in 2021 and vinyl siding installed five years earlier. Make sure you check out the 'secret garden' and pergola behind the fence! Take the trail around the garage to the east end of the yard where you will find the back garden and greenway.