Get ready to fall head over heels in love with this classic Dutch Colonial, prominently perched on a sunny and private 26K sq ft parcel on one of the sweetest Eastside streets. Timeless features abound w/hardwood flrs, high ceilings, built-in cabinetry, window seats, and 3 fireplaces, complimenting bright and spacious rooms. Two formal entries, gracious living rm for large-scale entertaining, formal dining, and full basement for wine and all the extras. Grand staircase leads you upstairs to 3BR's, 2BA's and an office or play room. Come outside to enjoy the picturesque gardens, fruit and shade trees, meandering paths, wisteria and pond, w/your choice of wraparound decks and patios overlooking the City. Detached 3-car garage w/500 sq ft legal ADU above, extra storage, plenty of off-street parking, sheltered fr the street by a gated entry. Neighbor-friendly, walkable area w/your choice of Midtown eateries, grocery stores and coffee shops nearby, or bike downtown. This was worth the wait!

Positioned perfectly just on the edge of Santa Cruz Gardens, this eye-popping, lovingly remodeled one-level home has everything you want and need, plus open space views instead of neighbors behind you. Warm and welcoming, open design nicely connects a gourmet kitchen to the living and dining areas for easy entertaining. High-quality stainless steel appliances including Bertazzoni gas range, Ceasarstone counter tops, center island, large walk-in pantry. Adjoining dining area big enough for the Holidays w/toasty fireplace for ambiance. Double pane windows, laundry rm, outdoor sink/workspace area, porcelain tile floors w/radiant heat, newer carpets, doors, hardware and LED lighting. Easy access to generous back patio w/serene views of the trees and wildlife. Enclosed courtyard with nice brick work shelters you from the street. Santa Cruz Gardens is one of those rare finds, with a community pool, park, elementary school, nearby trails and quick access to Hwy 1. This is what I call HOME!