Champaign, IL 61822

Location is everything, and this property combines generous space with a peaceful setting you do not come across often. Welcome to this 4BD/1.5BA home in Lake Park, offering not one, but two lots totaling approximately half an acre. With access to a private lake, park, and wooded walking paths, this neighborhood offers a unique blend of natural surroundings and community connection. Inside, you will find a thoughtful mix of updates and functional living space. The kitchen features updated cabinetry, flooring, appliances, and a center island, opening to a breakfast area. The main level offers a both a living room and a formal dining space, as well as a convenient half bath and laundry room. The open flow between living areas, combined with large windows throughout, allows for abundant natural light and a layout that feels both connected and comfortable for everyday living. Upstairs, all four bedrooms are located together along with a full bath. Recent improvements include refinished and resealed wood flooring, new Pella windows throughout including a new sliding door in the primary bedroom, a new garage door, roof in 2021, and furnace and air conditioning in 2019. The home features 8-foot ceilings on both levels and a distinctive mid-century exterior that adds to its character. Outdoor spaces are a standout feature, with a covered front porch overlooking the landscaped yard, an upper deck with ample seating space, and a thoughtfully designed patio with rebuilt retaining wall and fire pit area. Mature trees, including a beautiful maple integrated into the patio design, create a private and inviting outdoor setting. The additional lot provides rare space to expand, play, or simply enjoy the extra room. The Lake Park neighborhood is known for its strong sense of community and access to outdoor amenities, including lake access, shared green spaces, and garden areas. Its location near First Street offers convenient access around town, with nearby bike routes adding to everyday accessibility. A well cared for home in a unique Lake Park setting with room to grow, ready for its next chapter.