This charming Queen Ann Victorian home on a corner lot has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved. Landscaping and mature perennials frame a fantastic and inviting front porch. Through the main foyer, period details stand out with 9 foot ceilings, highlighted by abundant natural light. The living room and dining room form a perfect duet for entertaining! The front parlor, with a wood burning fireplace, flows comfortably to the front of the kitchen. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances and fine finishes with a useful nook at the rear. Out the back door, step onto an updated and expanded tree-canopied patio situated on an even larger, private and fenced-in yard. The 2nd floor features a second full bathroom with 4 large closeted bedrooms. The primary bedroom features a private balcony, perfect for a cup of coffee. Bonus storage shed in backyard. Close to Orange line, commuter rail, 2 blocks from the Melrose Commons; this is the home for you!