Rare opportunity to own an architectural masterpiece in a prime Oak Park location! This captivating French Regency style home sits elegantly on an expansive 85x173x38 corner lot, seamlessly blending timeless neoclassical design with whimsical historic details. Enjoy the best of both worlds with cozy radiant heating and comfortable central air conditioning. While the home needs updating throughout, it presents an incredible canvas with a lovely front and back yard-bring your design ideas to customize this gem to your exact taste! Stunning curb appeal features a neoclassical arched front door with the built-in "speakeasy" viewing door, incredible period lighting, and rich woodwork. A striking, curved center-entrance staircase splits the massive main level, where you can host in a grand, light-filled living room anchored by a cozy fireplace completely separate from the sprawling formal dining room. The main floor also features a substantial private office with classic French doors, complete with its own attached "secret room". Upstairs, the second floor holds four incredibly generous bedrooms, including a private primary en-suite and a secondary full bath. For entertainment, a spacious, semi-finished basement boasts fun retro bench seating, a second fireplace, a built-in vintage bar, and a ton of extra storage space, while a 3-season breezeway conveniently connects the home to a large 2-car garage. Don't miss the chance to tour this unique piece of history and unlock its full potential. NO SHOWINGS PRIOR TO GOING ACTIVE MID-SEPTEMBER