This meticulously maintained home in prime location in Melrose is waiting for its next owner to bring personal touches & decor. Home has been loved by this family for almost 50 years! Enjoy the detailed woodwork, XL rooms & high ceilings. The large foyer & defined staircase greet you. Eat-in kitchen wi/ample cabinetry flows to dining rm and fireplaced living rm making a perfect place to gather w/friends & family. French doors lead to reading rm. Windows pour in natural light. Upper level has 3 XL bedrms, built in cabinetry & cedar closet. Office/Nursery connect to walk-up attic w/high ceilings & electricity. Huge basement has toilet, soapstone sink, & ample storage. Fenced in yard. 2 car garage. Roof 2007. Gas Furnace & Water Heater 2008. New windows (including attic & basement) 2021. Refinish HW floors 2005. Kitchen cabinets refaced & corian countertops 2005. Mini-Split 2021. Walk to Center, restaurants, shopping, library, etc. Commuter Rail & Rte 1 are 1.5m away. Bus rte 131 outside!