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'Home Alone' house being sold. Swinging paint cans not included
WINNETKA, Ill. (AP) — The home of Kevin McCallister’s hijinks is changing hands. And if the new owner wants to watch “Home Alone,” there’s a movie theater inside, one of many upgrades since the suburban Chicago property was renovated and expanded in 2018. Sale of the Winnetka house, portrayed in the 1990 film, is underway, days after being listed for $5.25 million, said Dawn McKenna and Katie Moor, agents with Coldwell Banker Realty. “We’re thrilled with the way this home captured everyone’s attention and hearts due to its well-deserved place in cinematic history and the timeless holiday memories it evokes,” McKenna and Moor told the Chicago Sun-Times.
Century-old home reveals a youthful side
The stately brick residence at 938 Edgemere Court may have been built in 1912, but there is no trace of stodginess in its fresh, imaginatively designed interior. Adorned with whimsical wallpapers, bold paint and eclectic artwork, this is a pedigreed house that doesn’t take itself too seriously. The light-hearted...
At Humboldt Park’s New Affordable Housing Complex, Hundreds Apply For 64 Coveted Apartments
HUMBOLDT PARK — Residents are moving into a newly opened affordable housing complex in Humboldt Park while hundreds more wait on a list to live in the coveted affordable apartments. The Pedro Albizu Campos Apartments at 1203 N. California Ave. officially welcomed its first residents last month. The building,...
3 Chicory Lane, Riverwoods Illinois 60015
Your clients have not seen anything like this in their home search. If your buyer seeks that rare combination of nature, privacy and community, schedule your appointment today. This waterfront sanctuary is located in Riverwoods with prestigious Deerfield schools and offers captivating views of a serene lake. The contemporary floor plan has something for everyone from the main floor bedroom to the third-floor office and loft. Every room includes a private deck to enjoy the lake. The rarely available, fully finished lower levels has a wet bar, media area, full bathroom and two wine storage rooms. The home features its own private sand beach. Residents can swim, paddleboard, kayak, fish and ice skate on the lake. It truly is one of a kind and offers an unparalleled lifestyle in an idyllic setting.
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