Not your standard raised ranch... this one has a nice sized addition off the kitchen, adding even more livable square footage in this already nice sized home. Stepping into the 2nd level of this home, you will notice all the hardwood floors throughout the main living spaces. The living room has tons of floor to ceiling windows bringing in ample natural light and opens to the dining room. The addition is where you will find the family room space with a brick, wood burning fire place, two closets, tons of windows with top down / bottom up blinds and opens to the kitchen with extra room for an eat-in kitchen table. Step out of the family room to a private deck and steps down to your own yard space, all perfect for entertaining. Under the family room is a full sized storage room that has been insulated and offers a concrete floor, great for storage. The primary bedroom has a his/her closet space and access to the updated full bath with a double vanity. Two additional bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, complete this 2nd level living. A finished lower level offers even more livable space with a recreation room, 4th bedroom, laundry and full bath. Home comes with solar panels by Sunrun, a transferrable lease and $87/month. Keeps your electric bills down to almost nothing! This home is for someone looking to invest a little to get maximum return and create their new dream home. Walkable to schools, close access to expressways and Metra located in downtown Palatine. Additional updates include: roof ('15), A/C ('13), furnace ('13), electric panel ('22), water heater ('20), 2nd floor windows ('15). Sold As-Is.