LOCATED IN A GREAT DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD

A favorite in a favorite downtown neighborhood, this 2-story house knows how to enjoy life and share that enjoyment with others – many a happy gathering has been held here. Sitting high off the street, surrounded by a soft blanket of ferns and brick paths leading to and from the porches and patio, it’s easy to take advantage of our mostly temperate climate and expand your living and entertaining space outdoors. Offering equal parts of sun and shade, there’s a comfortable spot for one and all.

Stepping in from the wide front porch the generous living room can easily accommodate several seating areas and the gas fireplace will be welcome when the season changes. A glass door takes you out to the pergola-covered deck and to the bricked patio beyond. The Florida room adds more gathering space to the mix or you can close the French doors and keep it for private use. Centrally located, the dining room can be formal or casual as your lifestyle demands and it’s right between the kitchen and living room for easy access. This kitchen was meant for cooking (with gas!) and there’s room for more than one to wield the wooden spoon here. Ample cabinets, counters and workspace and your container garden can be within reach on the kitchen porch.

Circular flow is rare in these traditional homes but this one has it going on. A handy half bath is tucked out of the way under the stairs. All the bedrooms are upstairs and with four you can configure the use as you please. The master has an en-suite bath with walk-in shower and currently uses the 4th bedroom as a walk-in closet. The second bedroom has a northern exposure and lots of light. It opens to that 4th bedroom/walk-in which also has a door in the hallway. In the southwest corner, the 3rd bedroom is adjacent to the hall bath.

What do so many of these downtown homes lack? Off-street parking! No worries here because there is room for 4-5 cars depending on your parking skills and an elderly 2-car garage as well. The old adage “location, location, location,” serves this home well. Culinary, cultural, civic, historic and bayfront activities are within a 3-4 block stroll – thumbs up for super walkability. A strong sense of community permeates this neighborhood and you’ll be welcomed from the start. If you’re looking for downtown living and ready to put your personal mark on a new (old) home, we invite you to visit.

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