4730 S Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615

After a two year renovation project, this urban estate now combines history and modern luxury - an absolute gem in the Kenwood neighborhood! In the early 20th century, "The Economist" advised readers that construction was to begin on an important new residence. On a huge city lot, 50 feet by 300 feet, an elegant house was was being built in "a picturesque structure in old English style of architecture." Ornamental iron doors would open to a "convenient" interior arrangement, with a circular stairway, oval dining room and "finishes of a very high grade." Today, J.B. Cole's picturesque 1904 residence has been thoroughly and lovingly restored to its earlier grandeur, with a floor plan and systems completely updated for modern living. The original ornamental iron doors are situated beneath regal stone lions on the facade of the three-story brick and stone house. However, within is an entirely new house accented by gracious elements of an earlier era. The doors open into a dramatic … read more …