517 Margaret Drive

Larger than it appears, ( over 2,700 Finished SQFT) this light filled 4-5 BDR, cape code house, is located in border with TP in the Choice School zone ( Zone N33, choice of SS or TP schools), within 3-5 blocks from all neighborhood schools, 0.75 mile to TP Metro / farmers Market. The many clever and functional changes done over the years, with the help of the neighborhood architect, Karen Reinke, include: an extension in the back ( about 230 sqft in each floor) to accommodate: in the Main Level an informal eat-in and sitting area next to the kitchen, with wood-burning fireplace, with beautiful built-in shelves, walls of windows overlooking the private, professionally landscaped backyard, two pantry cabinets, kitchen ( built four years ago) with a small bar area, and more. There is a formal dining area, formal living room, an original bath and 2 bedrooms in this level. On the Upper Level the addition accommodates a beautiful Master Bdrm with vaulted ceilings, tree-house views of the backyard and Three ample closets, Linen closet, a stunning updated Master Ba with double vanity, seamless glass doors & skylight. There is another bdrm in this levels that has a small sink. The lower level in-law has a separate entrance on the back, ( just 3 steps walk up to terrace ), has been updated with daylight large window in the family room, new flooring and a room with closet. There is a bath and laundry in this level. Other updates include , Flagstone walkway to the entrance, covered entrance with wide steps, Foyer and coat closets and built-in shelves in living room, fully refinished hardwood floors in 2 levels, new Pergo flooring in basement and so much more. Enjoy the fenced backyard, with a large terrace, the wood Pizza oven and all the beautiful carefully planted front and back with with native plants and fruit trees. A large storage area is accessible from the back of the house with plenty of room for anything outdoorsy from tools to bikes. Parking in the driveway can accommodate 2 cars.