The Greater Boston real estate market is a little all over the place. Some units sell almost as soon as they hit the market while others linger inexplicably for months. But, homes in primo commuter locations near schools with expansion potential? Those will get snapped up.
Take the garrison Colonial at 45 Spear Street in Melrose for example. Built in 1952, the home’s nearly 2,000 square feet, three bedrooms, and 2.5 baths have stood the test of time — along with a few upgrades like central AC and a spacious kitchen with loads of storage.
In addition to featuring an eat-in peninsula and a dining nook, the sunny kitchen opens via sliders to the home’s showstopper, an enclosed back porch with skylights and floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Not only does it look out over a backyard dotted with tall evergreens waiting to be flocked with snow, it’s also warmed up by a gas fireplace. Truly the all-season lounge spot. From there, walk out to a unique and expansive deck and a flat, fenced yard with room for garden beds.
If three bedrooms aren’t enough, the third-floor boasts more than 750 square feet of living space to be finished. Turn it into a playroom, media room, or practice space for your new year’s resolution to become the world’s greatest drummer.
Open house hours are Saturday and Sunday, January 7 and 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The home is on the market for $925,000. The sale is represented by Phil Smith with Unlimited Sotheby’s International Realty, 617-513-3749.
