700 Illinois St Rental

Lovely 3-bedroom farmhouse. Corner lot so plenty of green space. Fantastic quiet neighborhood close to Campus and also to the Downtown library, pool, Mass Street shops, and restaurants. Fenced yard. Pets are allowed with a refundable one-month pet deposit. A credit score of 680 and above, rental reference, and proof of income are requested. Situated on a quiet corner in the western part of Old West Lawrence, this charming farmhouse-style home has hosted a wide range of Lawrencians for over 100 years. It has been home to a plumber, clerk, janitor, physician, investor, electrician, professor, nurse, university professionals, business people, and their growing families. Lovingly restored in 2023 this cottage boasts modern function and finishes with a breezy farmhouse feel so it might be home for many more families to come. Enjoy the center-staircase configuration surrounded by five rooms - an entry room, parlor/living room, office, four-season sun/dining room, and kitchen. The circular flow allows ample space for solo projects with easy access to others in adjacent rooms. The first floor also has a bathroom and a laundry room. At the top of the upstairs landing are three quiet bedrooms one of which has a master bath with a double vanity and skylight. Refinished hardwood floors and new HVAC, appliances, and plumbing/lighting fixtures provide updated comfort. Outside, the home is set back from the street on a corner lot. Relax on the front porch or in the private backyard while keeping up with neighbors strolling beautiful Old West Lawrence. Quiet yet convenient to Campus, Downtown, City parks, pool, library, Mass Street shops, and restaurants. This new-to-market Old West Lawrence rental home is a rare find. The tenant mows the lawn and removes snow. Owners provide the lawnmower and can also provide the names of reputable lawncare providers to do these tasks at tenants' expense.