546 18TH AVENUE NE

Description

Rare opportunity to own a pristine and renovated 1918 Craftsman Bungalow on one of the most sought after blocks in the heart of Old Northeast! Located on a wide brick street and just four blocks from the waterfront, this home exudes character and warmth inside and out. The current owners of the past 14 years had casual living top of mind with their renovations, blending period charm with the modern conveniences of today. Original to the home is low maintenance stucco and hollow tile construction, large craftsman columns, checkerboard Cuban porch tile running the span of the 400 SF front porch, windows in the living and family room, heart pine wood flooring throughout, interior and exterior trim and moldings and a brick wood burning fireplace. Downstairs boasts a desirable floor plan featuring an open staircase, an inviting living room with a wood burning fireplace and built-ins, a cozy and spacious family room with entertainment center, a full bath, and a kitchen open to an informal dining space and mud room. Start or end your day on the deep and wide front porch (a rarity in the neighborhood), a great extension of your entertaining and living space. The gourmet kitchen offers a great flow for cooking and entertaining, featuring an island with bar seating, a cooktop, a prep sink, stainless appliances including a warming drawer and beverage cooler, quartz countertops, solid wood cabinets, and a built-in desk area with additional cabinetry. Drop your bags or shoes in the mud room off the back of the home with bench seating and built in cubbies for great storage and easy coming and going. Upstairs are four bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as a dedicated laundry room with storage cabinets and a countertop for folding convenience. Unwind in the tropical backyard with brick pavers and plenty of room for a pool addition (see pool renderings) Parking available off the alley in the garage or on the parking pad, perfect for a car or golf cart. The home has been recently painted outside, received two new A/C units in 2024, a new roof in 2021 and has double-pane Anderson windows for energy efficiency. This home has been meticulously maintained and is waiting for the next owner to cherish the home as much as this family has. Easy stroll to the waterfront or bike ride downtown offering lots of restaurants, shops and museums to explore! Schedule a private showing today to see this inviting Old Northeast home that was featured on the neighborhood 2011 Candlelight Tour of Homes and was a favorite of many visitors.