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A formerly blighted West Riverside shotgun double, 5111 Laurel St. is enjoying a new life after a gleaming renovation by Sandra Pulitzer. While retaining historical details like fireplace mantles, wood windows, heart pine flooring and 12-feet ceilings, the house is outfitted with modern amenities like spray foam insulation, a tankless gas hot water heater and a six-burner gas Thermador range oven. The renovation includes a built-out attic that now houses an additional play room, two bedrooms, a full bathroom and a laundry room, in addition to the three bedrooms, office space, living and dining rooms, kitchen, den and three-and-a-half baths downstairs. The open kitchen with a white marble island sink leads out into a large backyard space. Asking price? $931,500. ·5111 Laurel St. [Realtor.com]