Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096 1228 Pennsylvania Avenue

Welcome to this beautiful 5 bed, 3.5 bath Colonial home, offering over 3,000 sq ft of living space on a .75 acre lot perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and making memories! Inside you'll find newer laminate flooring on the main level, a two story foyer, and a flexible layout with a formal living room, separate dining room, and a main floor office with 2 sets of French doors. The heart of the home is the open concept kitchen and family room, featuring 2020 appliances, a 2023 dishwasher, ample cabinet space, and a center island overlooking the cozy fireplace. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, including a vaulted primary suite with en suite bathroom featuring dual vanities, a large jetted tub, and a separate shower. The hall bath was recently renovated, adding a fresh, modern touch. The finished basement includes a fifth bedroom, full bathroom, rec room, and a dinette, ideal for guests or related living. Step outside to your own backyard paradise! Enjoy an above ground heated pool with a deck, a 2024 pool heater, 2022 pool pump, and 2021 sand filter. Host summer gatherings with the outdoor kitchen featuring a built in grill, sink, countertop seating, fire pit, and shed, plus pear and apple trees adding charm to the large lot. Additional updates include: New carpet (September 2025), new roof (2022), new garbage disposal (2024), washer & dryer (2019), water heater (2018). Located just minutes from Lake Michigan, North Point Marina, Illinois Beach State Park, and the Wisconsin border.