Prepare to be wowed! This rare newer construction home built in 2008 sits on a large lot, offers an exceptional walk-to location in Evanston and combines timeless design and updates with modern comfort. With an open floor plan, extra-wide staircases and hallways, oversized windows, and soaring ceilings (ten feet on the first floor and nine feet in the basement), the home is filled with natural light and was thoughtfully designed for both everyday life and entertaining. The gorgeous eat-in kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring a large island with seating for four, abundant storage, a built-in desk, six-burner stove with double oven, pantry closet, and a butler's pantry complete with wet bar and wine cooler. There is ample space for a farm table that seats ten, and the kitchen flows seamlessly into the spacious family room-perfect for gatherings. The family room offers a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter and glass doors that open to the rear deck. A well-designed mudroom with cubbies and built-in storage adds everyday convenience. The formal living and dining rooms at the front of the home are generously sized and ideal for hosting. Upstairs, the second floor features a luxurious primary suite with two outfitted walk-in closets and a spa-like bathroom complete with a steam shower, soaking tub, and double vanity. Three additional generously sized bedrooms plus a hall bathroom share the level, along with a bright and spacious laundry room offering plentiful storage, folding counter space, and a sink. The third floor provides exceptional flexibility with a fifth bedroom and a large skylit bonus room - perfect as a playroom, office, or additional family room. The finished basement is equally impressive, boasting nine feet ceilings, a sixth bedroom, which includes full bath facilities along with an expansive recreation room featuring wet bar service alongside gas fireplace amenities plus three large storage rooms - one measures twenty-seven by ten feet making it easily convertible into a home gym. Additional highlights include Brazilian cherry floors on the first two levels; recessed lighting throughout; zoned heating combined alongside air conditioning systems; custom millwork accompanied by detailed moldings alongside crown trim plus outfitted closets enhancing functionality within spaces throughout this exquisite property dwelling! You'll love indulging yourself while relaxing on your welcoming front porch – complemented beautifully by an expansive rear deck extending beyond boundaries where warmer weather invites outdoor living enjoyment possibilities galore! A nicely sized yard completes this magnificent package together seamlessly connecting to its three-car garage equipped additionally housing electric car charging capability! All of this resides perfectly situated within unbeatable locations offering convenient walks leading towards elementary/middle schools nearby coupled stylish lakeside locales providing access expansive beaches during summertime fun activities while enjoying sauna experiences come winter months ahead - not forgetting various shopping/dining options available along Dempster Street such as local favorites including SPACE performance venue; Union Pizzeria & Pour establishments too conveniently located just one mile away from Northwestern University campus allowing easy commutes toward city life thriving around you—Love where you live!