Location truly sets this one apart. This beautifully upgraded 4 bed, 3.5 bath corner-lot home sitting in top rated Prospect/South/Windsor schools is just steps away from vibrant downtown Arlington Heights and nearby Recreation Park. Completely expanded in 2021 with a full two-story addition and basement, the home offers a rare, highly functional layout filled with natural light from the generous Pella windows throughout. The main level features an open-concept design with hardwood floors, a welcoming rear foyer with built-in cubbies, a stunning wood-burning premium fireplace, and a convenient half bath. The updated kitchen is equipped with white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops with breakfast bar seating, sliding pantry storage, WiFi-enabled stainless steel appliances, and a stylish dry bar with beverage fridge. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms with French door closets, solid core doors, plush carpeting, a guest bath with jetted tub, and convenient second-floor laundry. The primary suite includes dual vanities, a beautifully tiled shower, and a smart LED mirror. The lower level offers a partially finished rec space with bright egress windows, a full bath, office, under-stairs playhouse, storage room with sump pump and drain tile, and an additional laundry area. Enjoy outdoor living from the covered front porch or the expansive side deck overlooking a newly fenced yard with freshly planted landscaping. A detached two-car garage with concrete driveway and new basketball hoop completes the package. Major upgrades include newer roof, Hardieboard siding, gutters, buried 200-amp electrical, new copper water line, overhead sewer, radon mitigation system, South end privacy windows, dual-zone HVAC, motorized shades, and a gas-start guillotine fireplace capable of heating the main level. All of this in an unbeatable walk-to-everything location. Downtown Arlington Heights offers its famous outdoor "Al Fresca" dining, shopping, farmers markets, Metra train access, public library, and more. Nearby Recreation Park features a new playground, basketball and tennis courts, a skate park, and a new pool and community center are currently under construction. The park hosts the popular Frontier Days Summer Festival, and the home is perfectly positioned along the 4th of July parade route, offering a front row seat to a neighborhood favorite event.