This thoughtfully updated home is located on a beautiful tree-lined street in hot Portage Park! This home boasts personality and good energy. Upon entering, find a proper mudroom area, separated by a door, which is useful for everyday life! A sunny office is adjacent to the living room and the proper dining room boasts rustic built-in shelving. The light flooded kitchen offers a functional configuration with plentiful solid cabinetry, a cheery window over the sink and generous storage for those that like to cook! There is one full bathroom on the main level. All three bedrooms appear upstairs along with an updated farmhouse-style bathroom. The convenience of a laundry room on the second floor is rare in this part of town. Primary bedroom is larger, of course, and has two closets in place. The *unfinished* basement offers a vast amount of space with endless possibilities, separated into two sections and also has a workshop. Let's not forget about the expansive lot this home sits on to offer THE BEST BACKYARD YOU WILL FIND AT THIS PRICE! Enjoy a custom bar, pizza oven, fire pit area, space for your garden and new Astroturf. Located just minutes from major expressways, public transportation, parks, stores, and schools - this home boasts an ideal location that checks all the boxes and more. There's also a two-car garage. There's nothing to do but move right in and get the party started.