2236 S 5th Ave, Riverside, IL 60546

Welcome to this charming brick Cape Cod home, ideally located near shopping, restaurants, bike and walking trails and highly regarded schools, including Komarek Elementary and Riverside Brookfield High School. The spacious living room welcomes you with a large picture window overlooking the neighborhood. The formal dining room offers the perfect setting for everyday meals or entertaining guests. The bright and inviting eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a bay window overlooking the backyard and plenty of room for a casual dining table. A first-floor bedroom and full bathroom provide excellent flexibility for guests, a home office or one-level living. Upstairs, a wonderful loft creates a comfortable space-perfect for reading, gaming, relaxing or enjoying your favorite show. Two generously sized bedrooms and a convenient half bathroom complete the second floor. The large, finished basement significantly expands the home's living space with a family room complete with a built-in dry bar - ideal for gatherings and relaxation. The laundry area is adjacent to the storage/workshop area that includes a walk-in shower for added convenience. Numerous updates include: a new exterior side door (July 2024), upgraded 200-amp circuit breaker box (January 2024), water heater (March 2024), furnace (October 2025) and garage subpanel (June 2026). The detached two-car garage also features a new overhead door (December 2023). New sump pump battery back up(August 2026). Outside, a