10 Clinton Place Normal, IL 61761

Follow the cobblestones to this sprawling mid-century stone ranch nestled among the trees in historic Cedar Crest that will charm you from the moment you walk into the door! Perched high above the beautiful winding road of Clinton Place on a double lot, you'll take in the grandness of this neighborhood right from your own front porch. Current owners invested nearly $100K in improvements since taking ownership to ensure the quality and safety of this special property for years to come, including top rated Marvin wood windows with aluminum cladding, exterior landscaping including french drains and grading, newly screened covered patio, black steel fence enclosing the back yard and upgraded electrical including outlets throughout, two new panels plus surge protector and EV charger in the garage. This special home also offers convenient main level living with easy back access to the detached two-car garage, additional parking space and private alley, PLUS separate apartment suite perfect for in-laws, guests or income-producing tenants. Original hardwoods greet you at the door and guide you into the first of two sitting rooms, complete with an expansive picture window overlooking the majestic front yard, cozy fireplace and stunning built-ins to add storage and style! The second family room offers an abundance of windows and opens to the formal dining area that shares a second corner fireplace and is the perfect spot for entertaining and relaxing. The heart of this home is a grand kitchen with an abundance of cabinet and counter space plus large island for additional seating and storage, wine nook, cooktop, dishwasher, double sink, side-by-side fridge, microwave and built-in oven. A smartly placed sky light keeps the space light & bright and is an inviting spot to linger with a cup of coffee or visit with guests. Convenient half bath, cedar lined walk-in closet and expansive pantry add functionality. Tucked on the west side of the home, three sizable main level bedrooms PLUS bonus space (currently being used as an office but could easily serve as a 5th bedroom) feature beautifully finished hardwoods, ceiling fans and expansive closets plus double sliding door in the primary suite guiding you out into the backyard oasis. Two full bathrooms adjacent to the bedrooms have been beautifully updated with custom tile and granite vanities, featuring both tub/shower combo and walk-in shower options. But there's so much more to see in this special home! Make your way to the east side of this sprawling home and you'll find an entire attached apartment suite ready to enjoy on the main level! This smartly designed space has been recently updated with fresh carpet and paint and offers a bedroom, updated full bathroom with shower/tub combo, private family room, separate HVAC system AND full kitchen including oven/range, sink and refrigerator plus eat-in table space with updated LVP flooring. The possibilities are endless with both interior and exterior entrances to the apartment that is ready to rent or serve long term guests or in-laws (or you might even convert this space into a grand primary suite)! Downstairs, partially finished basement offers tons of storage and tidy laundry area that could easily be moved into one of the many oversized closets on the main level. A completely private oasis awaits you outside including a fully fenced and professionally landscaped yard (front and back!) with screened in porch, poured patio and stone paths leading you to the 2-Car detached garage with additional exterior parking space and private alley access. Nestled between both universities (ISU & IWU) in sought after Unit 5 Schools, there is so much to love about this unique property... Come see all this classy home has to offer!