Home of the Week: Antique Colonial

This comfortable and gracious antique colonial takes its time to unveil all of its many favorable features. Set back on the lesser-traveled section of Greendale Ave., this property gracefully disguises its actual size, widely enhanced through additions, while remaining true to its original architecture and design. Through its renovations, it offers 2,286 square feet of contemporary living space throughout two levels and nine rooms that still proudly flaunt many period accents and details.

A traditional dual entry turned center staircase greets guests through the front door and immediately opens into a 12 x 16 fireplaced living room that includes a charming alcove with three bay windows. A lovely 11 x 16 square foot dining area is located on the other side of the stairway and also conveniently neighbors the 13 x 17 square foot eat-in kitchen which supplies an abundance of cabinet and counter space, including a center island cooktop with seating. This level also offers two versatile rooms that are currently used as a den and a home office.

The second level hosts spacious lodging accommodations with four corner bedrooms, all with wall-to-wall carpeting. The wonderful new 12 x 17 square foot master bedroom comes with an en-suite bath and the three remaining bedrooms measure at 13 x 13, 11 x 12 and 12 x 16 square feet.

The surrounding nearly half acre fenced-in grounds of this property deserve considerable weight in the purchasing evaluation of this home with its mature plantings, raised perennial gardens, Koi pond, in-ground pool and bi-level deck. This yard will definitely provide months of outdoor enjoyment for the entire family as well as seamless entertaining options.

In addition to its enchanting character and timeless integrity, this home has received regular maintenance to ensure its position as a valuable long-term purchase. Since 2003, it has received new vinyl siding, a new roof, Harvey windows, a pool liner, new paint trim and the master bath addition. A motivated seller creates a great opportunity for homebuyers looking to make a prompt transition into a new home and begin to build fresh memories within its four walls and fantastic outdoor landscape.

Location: 80 Greendale Ave.
Price: $719,000
Rooms: 9
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 2 full, 1 half
Living Area: 2,286 sq. ft.
Lot Size: 18,731 sq. ft. (.43 acre)