A majestic mansion in the south suburbs of Chicago that has served as the home of several of Chicago’s biggest names is hitting the market, giving a new owner the chance to live in a part of history.
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The Olympia Fields mansion sports an impressive 19 rooms across two stories, with seven bedrooms and 9.75 bathrooms in the expansive home.
Originally built in 1997 by disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly, the mansion fell into a state of disrepair before the late Rudolph Isley of the Isley Brothers and his wife Elaine brought the building back to life beginning in 2013.
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With high ceilings throughout and prominent natural light, the mansion has the Olympia Fields Country Club in the backdrop, giving the home a picturesque setting.
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The home is listed for $3,499,000, with a cost of $253,959.34 in total taxes.
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The home also includes a gourmet kitchen with luxury appliances, though the home’s highlight revolves around recreation.
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The mansion boasts an indoor two-story pool hall, as well as a jungle-themed grotto, waterfall, hot tub and two-story treehouse, adjacent to a full family room and bathroom, creating a year-round getaway with the home.
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In addition to all of the amenities inside the home, the property includes a fully equipped fitness center with a lit private court for basketball, pickleball or tennis.
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According to the realtor, the home “is designed to captivate the hearts of those who crave the epitome of opulence and privacy, where every detail tells a story, where privacy is paramount and provides an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.”
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More information on the once-in-a-lifetime listing can be found here.
