Monday Morning Millionaire: This Cute Caruth Blvd. Traditional is Worth Risking West Nile For!

So, with this recent bout of rain we’ve had, here’s your public service announcement: Drain standing water! Prevent death by mosquito!

There, I said it. If you’re willing to throw caution into the wind, here’s a cute house in University Park not far from several very placid lakes that would require teams of pesticide-spraying trucks to clear of mosquitoes. But, 4115 Caruth Blvd., priced at $899,000 and teeming with charm, is worth the scary spectre of West Nile, no?

This gorgeous house, all 2,754 square feet of it, has beautiful hardwoods and lovely traditional light fixtures. It feels practically brand new inside despite the fact that this one-story home is more than 70 years old.

The kitchen is gorgeous, with top-of-the-line stainless and built-in appliances and alderwood cabinets. I love the contrasting countertop on the island, especially how the rough edges add a bit more rustic texture.

This three bedroom/three bath home may feel cozy, but there’s plenty of room for formals and a very spacious den that overlooks a private covered patio. Like a lot of homes in University Park, the backyard is a bit of a postage stamp, which is great for older couples who don’t want a ton of maintenance.

Of course, you get Highland Park schools and tons of great parks as well as a very safe community. Heck, like everyone in the small city, you’re super close to University Park’s City Hall and Police Department. If only they could blast the mosquitoes away …