Bucktown Brick 1892 Cottage - Well Designed Interior; Great Vintage Curb Appeal, Incredible Outdoor And Flex Spaces For Crew And Storage

This is a charming, but surprisingly spacious, open-concept brick cottage built in 1892; located on a tree-lined one-way avenue. The home was fully renovated in 2014 (updated 1Q2018 and 1Q2023); the second story and lower-level suite were completely refinished in 2023 to a very high spec that reads as "cozy, comfortable, timeless, nuanced, neutral." The home is owned and inhabited by an interior designer. The property features one the few true “back yards” in the city, with a turf lawn, beautifully landscaping beds, established trees and also a multistory deck, sun porch and expansive patio – all very well furnished, but with easy to move items. It is easy to access the home from outside front and back on all levels. There are large plank white oak hardwood floors on the upper stories. Large-format white tile is laid continuously throughout the lower level (which features the spacious office, a guest suite, fitted closets, laundry room, etc). All new windows as of Spring 2023. Kitchen (light blue/grey cabinetry, white backsplash and counter) has a removable banquette and large dining table (easily moved) that allows for filming in a kitchen environment with ample space for equipment. Under cabinet LED. 2 1/2 baths – all recently updated but in a timeless aesthetic. The home's palette is very neutral. The office (only space with color) is painted in moss green (no fixed cabinetry). Three bedrooms, one very large king-sized space, two queen-sized rooms, all beautifully dressed in pressed linens – the linen collection is extensive. The home benefits from lovely millwork throughout: crown molding, ftongue and groove ceilings throughout the upstairs, cased windows, custom staircases. The interior melds timeless simplicity with minimal period elements to yield a space that is “current”, with some detail befitting the age of the home. Important note: The lower-level guest suite and adjacent office comprise nearly 800 square feet of what could be a blank canvas. The furniture is easily moved and it's quite a flexible space. High end lighting fixtures, all with polished nickel accents (and on dimmers). Closets all have built-in shelving and are always organized. The homeowner's furniture and rugs are from high-end designers, but the overall look is comfortable vs. fussy. We have relationships with several of the artists featured. Close to retail, restaurants, parks, schools, and gorgeous old churches. Easy on-highway access. Free street parking. The homeowner's design business is based in the basement office, but the space is expansive, work materials are contained, and furnishings could be stored there during a shoot if need be. It has also worked well to have craft services housed in the office. Garage/alley access available. Gated entry front and back. New screened porch plus three other outdoor areas. The home is kept in very good condition. Spacious, clean, well-organized garage; all storage is on easily moved portable shelving. Lots of “open” space in the office, kitchen, living room. Pilot and commercials shot here without incident. Also have a five star rental property suite available (separate booking) - can also booked if shooting nearby.