*** MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. REQUESTING HIGHEST AND BEST BY THURSDAY END OF DAY. DECISION BEING MADE FRIDAY ***  Welcome home to this lovingly maintained raised ranch, proudly owned by the same owner for nearly 40 years. Thoughtfully updated with fresh professional painting, updated carpeting, a newer furnace and A/C (2023), and a backup battery for the sump pump. This home is truly move-in ready.    Inside, you'll find a rare open-concept layout for Lemont, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (one on each level), and a spacious kitchen with a double oven for the cooking enthusiast. The lower level offers a finished walk out basement to accommodate related living or future expansion with even a kitchen previously being in the basement.     Step outside to enjoy the beautiful deck just off the kitchen, perfect for morning coffee, bird watching, or watching the kids play. The nearly half acre backyard is highlighted by a stunning willow tree that creates a peaceful, storybook setting as sunlight filters through its branches. An oversized driveway, storage shed, and beautiful clematis blooms climbing the front railing add to the home's charm and functionality.    Beyond the home itself, you'll love being part of the award-winning Lemont school district and the vibrant community that makes Lemont one of the southwest suburbs' most desirable places to call home. Rich in history and small-town charm, downtown Lemont is filled with local restaurants, boutiques, seasonal festivals, summer events, the beloved St. Patrick's Day Parade, and magical holiday celebrations that bring the community together year after year. Conveniently located near I-355 and I-55, this home offers the perfect balance of hometown character and commuter convenience.    Filled with decades of care, pride of ownership, and wonderful memories, this special home is ready to welcome its next chapter.