** HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY 5 PM ON SATURDAY 9/14 *** Expansive, all brick colonial deep in the heart of Farmington Hills' highly desirable Independence Commons. Immaculate, original family-owned home uniquely situated on one of the neighborhood's private parks with a playground and picturesque views. Open and bright floor plan, generous room sizes, solid wood six-panel doors, living, dining, bedrooms have gorgeous hardwood floors (also under hall and stairway), impressive foyer, living room and office with bay windows, '12 kitchen with coffered ceiling, premium appliances, island, walk-in pantry, and breakfast area adjoins the fabulous family room with a vaulted, beamed ceiling, stone fireplace and door wall leading to fully fenced yard with gazebo. The primary suite has a wall of closets plus walk-in closet, dressing room, and bath (tons of space for future renovation). Massive first-floor laundry and back foyer/mud room. The finished lower level has a rec room, possible fifth bedroom or second office, and a full bath. Upgrades include '22 HVAC, '22 H2O, sump with battery back-up, '20 cement drive and walk, updated Pella windows, attached garage with pull-down storage, and additional bay for extra storage or future expansion (possible private guest suite). The commons area features 50 acres of private park/green space, playgrounds, paved walking trails, tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts! Excellent location in a vibrant community hosting fun events and minutes from downtown Farmington, Farmington Schools, numerous private schools, and close to M-5, I-696 & I-275 for an easy commute anywhere! ** HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY 5 PM ON SATURDAY 9/14 ***