2418 Essex Rd

Classic Cape Cod charm.

Modern kitchen. A great room to spread out. Storage for days. Set in a sidewalk neighborhood just four blocks from Bryan Park, this renovated 3 bedroom, 2 full bath home pairs inviting spaces w/ exceptional storage & exquisite character. The renovated kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large island, & soft close cabinetry; ready for quick weekday breakfasts or lingering dinners with friends. A convenient side entrance opens to a flexible breakfast nook or drop zone for bags, shoes, & essentials. The expansive great room tucked along the back of the home is a standout, w/ built-in bookcases, a wood-burning fireplace, & French doors opening to the brick patio. There’s room to host a crowd, settle in for movie night, or create separate spaces for relaxing & gathering. Up front, hardwood floors & a second wood-burning fireplace give the living room warmth and character, with flexibility to use it as a formal dining room or sitting room for curling up with a good book. Two main-level bedrooms offer options for guests or a home office, while the renovated upstairs primary suite includes a full private retreat w/ an en suite bath, closet system, & dedicated laundry room. A spacious basement & detached 1.5 car garage provides abundant storage for seasonal décor, outdoor gear, tools, & hobbies. The garage offers unique workshop opportunities with two exterior doors (entrance & exit) enabling your car (or projects) to enter the garage and/or yard. The nice, flat yard is packed with perennials for the gardener. Additional updates include a water heater (2024), replacement windows, roof (2014), paved driveway (2016), & LVP flooring in the great room & upstairs (2020). With restaurants, shopping, thrift stores, antique shops, the farmer's market & an epic playground within walking distance, this home puts Lakeside favorites close to your front door. Don't miss this rare opportunity in a highly desired location quick to the interstate and in the heart of Bryan Parkway.