Want to know the dirty little secret we know about buyers? They have trouble seeing past the wallpaper and harvest gold appliances to make a home's value work in their favor. Don't fall for it! Build instant equity in this hard working Melrose Cape. Front to back fireplaced living room with hardwood floors, functional kitchen layout and dining room all make this first floor layout practical. Two well sized bedrooms with HW floors and large full bath round off the second floor. The lower level has loads of potential too! Take advantage of all Melrose has to offer, from the walkable downtown with shops and restaurants to the myriad public parks and green space opportunities, nature trails and easy access to 3 commuter line stops, Oak Grove and major highways enabling you to spend more time enjoying your home and less time getting to it. The tiered back yard offers a leafy backdrop to your outdoor activities. This is truly that diamond in the rough!