233 Forest Street

Description

This American Foursquare home is located on one of the most beautiful streets in Oberlin and is move-in ready! It's a short walk to downtown and campus, as well as close to the local arboretum, reservoir, wooded trails and the bikepath. A welcoming covered front porch and entry foyer lead to living areas on one side, the dining/kitchen areas to the rear, and the study/library/den on the other. On the second floor are three bedrooms including a spacious master suite that has an en-suite bath and a private deck. Finished attic rooms could be used as playrooms or office/studio spaces. Classic Foursquare elements include simple symmetrical form and facade with a central dormer, hip roofs with generous overhangs, and sensible interior layout with well-placed built-ins throughout, all favoring practical use of spaces. Recent energy-efficiency upgrades include high-efficiency split system for cooling and heating (2016), high efficiency boiler system (2016), low-E Thermopane glass on all first and second floor windows (2008), increased insulation in several areas of the house, etc. - ask for a complete list! A vegetable garden with perennial asparagus, rhubarb, strawberries is easy to irrigate with a large irrigation holding tank nearby! Delightful garden spaces with a fishpond, sandstone paths/patios, and flowering plants/perennials can serve as your own personal retreat or lend themselves for memorable family gatherings. Schedule your virtual or in-person visit today!