Perfectly balancing modern updates with historic charm, this meticulously maintained, move-in-ready home is nestled in a well-kept residential neighborhood just a few blocks south of EIU. Perfect for entertaining, the main level features both a spacious living room and a formal dining room, alongside an updated kitchen complete with granite countertops, all appliances including a refrigerator with built-in ice maker. Other premium indoor upgrades completed by the seller include new LVP flooring throughout, updated plumbing, new ceiling fans and light fixtures in every room, and new exterior doors equipped with protective storm doors. The convenient floor plan ensures a comfortable layout where the primary bedroom boasts private access to the beautifully made-over bathroom, which shines with all-new fixtures, a granite countertop, and elegant new tile. New tile floors also have been installed in the mudroom/laundry area. Downstairs, a sprawling basement offers loads of extra storage space alongside a highly practical second laundry hookup. Step outside to find a fenced-in yard secured by a new wood privacy fence with two gates—creating a safe haven for pets or children—complemented by a large driveway with extra parking and a newly added 1.5-car carport. The outdoor oasis is rounded out by a new storage shed, sturdy new back steps with a landing, and fresh professional landscaping beautifully illuminated by low-voltage accent lighting. Call today for your private showing!