The story
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Located in the heart of the most coveted Proctor District, this timeless Craftsman will capture your attention with it's unforgettable architecture! The sweeping roofline over the covered porch invites you into this charming home with original leaded glass, oak & fir floors. Spacious living room with adjacent music or library/office where it is said to have been a gathering place for The Kingsmen & is associated with the origins of the iconic song "Louie, Louie." There is room for all of your friends around the table for holiday meals in the generously sized dining room that includes a window bench seat. Kitchen with nook & full bath plus 2 large bedrooms round out the main floor. Upstairs are 2 additional bedrooms, a bonus room & 3/4 bath. An unfinished basement provides lots of storage. Built in 1916, for the last 24 years it has been used successfully as a rental to UPS students utilizing spaces to be a 6 bedroom rental. Armoires are left where closets are absent. This home offers a sense of privacy while being just minutes from the amenities of the Proctor District, parks, dining & schools. The sunlit living spaces help celebrate this setting which includes the peaceful private fenced backyard with a flagstone patio perfect for morning coffee or an afternoon shared with friends. Offering a rare combination of location, flexibility & usable space in the North End this house has so much to offer to a new owner with a vision to its future!
