Grand Rapids, MI 49503 60 Lafayette Avenue NE

This 1920's classic in the heart of Heritage Hill has been carefully maintained and maintained over the years, offering historic details and modern conveniences. The all brick and block construction results in a vault-like quiet and fortress quality. A grand foyer and sweeping staircase welcomes you inside; the formal living room is trimmed in African mahogany with built-in cabinetry, paneled details, gas fireplace with granite and wood surround, and access to a brick patio overlooking the private, lush backyard and heated in-ground pool; a formal dining with paneled walls and cove molding flows into a Butler Pantry/breakfast room and wet bar; the updated kitchen features a 36'' Dual Fuel Wolf Range, built-in microwave/oven, pull out pantry and spice cabinets, pot filler, and copper farm sink. Upstairs you will find a huge, light-filled primary suite with private bath and adjacent dressing room; two additional bedrooms and two full baths, along with a hidden loft with two bunks, exposed original brick, and a playhouse. Head to the finished third level to a huge open flex space perfect for guest quarters, a family room, recreation, and an office! The exterior boasts red brick with limestone sills and lintels, copper gutters, functional wood shutters, and a slate roof. The extremely private backyard offers a tranquil backdrop to the city's bustle. And the three-car garage is a rare amenity in the city! Enjoy the very best of urban living - just minutes from Medical Mile, downtown, Uptown, highways, and so much more.