Belmont Cape’s the tip of the day
Despite its soaring real estate market, shopping for homes in Belmont still feels like getting a hot insider tip from someone in the know.
Bordering Arlington and Cambridge, Belmont’s fantastic location is often overlooked. With that, the cute Cape at 12 Merrill Avenue is a commuter’s dream, with quick access to the Concord Turnpike, Alewife MBTA stop and bike trails. It’s even less than three miles from Harvard Square.
From the curb and when walking up the handful of steps to the front door, the 1957 home looks diminutive, but don’t let the exterior fool you: There is more than enough space inside, and the home has been thoroughly spiffed up for its future owners. It’s been freshly painted in soft, muted colors and the hardwood floors were recently refinished.
At almost 1,750 square feet of living space, including a partially finished basement and a bonus heated family room off the kitchen, the home can be enjoyed in so many ways. The basement can be converted into an additional family room, a play area or exercise space. The bonus family room, which opens up to the large, level backyard, is sunny and bright. Great for afternoon homework or reading.
A brand-new kitchen has been upgraded with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets with crown moulding, quartz countertops, and a breakfast bar. Add even more flexible counter space with a rolling kitchen island — there’s plenty of room. From there, the open dining area is spacious for sit-down dinners and entertaining.
The formal living room features a lovely fireplace and elegant wainscoting, as well as subtle recessed lighting and even more light from the large windows overlooking a quiet street. On the second floor, you’ll see two more spacious bedrooms and a sparkling new full bath.
Adding to the home’s ideal location is the walkingdistance proximity to Belmont Center, the Belmont Public Library, awesome walking (or dog walking) around Fresh Pond, and the nearby Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods.
To find out more about the home, priced at $859,000, contact Katie Friel at Friel Estate, 617-7550989.