Set on a pretty residential side street located between Avon Hill and Fresh Pond, this inviting home offers wonderful light, contemporary design, and a flexible layout with hardwood floors throughout. Upon entering, you are greeted by a vestibule and foyer with storage. The airy living room features an 11' ceiling, built-in shelving, gas fireplace, and a wall of glass doors and windows opening directly to a the patio and landscaped, fenced yard. A separate dining room/den and kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances plus a half bath complete the main level. Upstairs are three bedrooms with double closets and a spacious 4-piece bathroom. The third floor offers a fourth bedroom with two skylights, an office/playroom, hall bathroom, and an attic storage room. The full basement has a 30' x 21' unfinished area with laundry, a work sink, and walk-out exterior access. Additionally, many systems and appliances have been updated. Living here offers a lovely neighborhood setting convenient to Harvard Square, Porter Square, shops, restaurants, parks, and public transportation.