13344 S Stephen Drive Loving owners have invested years in faithfully maintaining this uniquely designed and expanded split level home, sprawling across a beautiful half acre lot in McGinnis Highlands of Palos Park. Arrive to a warm welcome at its artfully designed front porch, accented by a pergola. Step inside to find an inviting foyer with a short step up to an elevated living room featuring a large picture window, vaulted ceiling, and hardwood flooring that extends throughout most rooms. Adjacent is an eat-in kitchen with large windows & spacious dining area overlooking the main level family room with fireplace. Continue on through the kitchenette to a voluminous recreation room with elevated ceiling - ideal for indoor entertaining or adaptable as related living space, complete with a hidden Murphy bed and bathroom with a shower on the same level. An enclosed porch/sunroom offers a cozy spot for reading or unwinding after a long day. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and full bathroom with a jacuzzi tub, while the finished subbasement, with builtin speakers and a TV bracket, provides additional space for entertaining, storage, or relaxation. The mature trees shading the inviting backyard and patio create an ideal setting for kicking back and summer get-togethers. Recent improvements include a new roof (2024) and hot water heater (2025). Enjoy a serene neighborhood far from noise and traffic, yet just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and nearby forest preserves - and located in a highly sought after school district. Schedule your viewing before it's gone!