10303 15th Avenue NE

This right-sized Cape Cod home offers opportunity for quiet and private retreat; a rare pied-a'-tere. Located in desirable Maple Leaf neighborhood, this property reflects thoughtful updates throughout; use of warm material both inside and out with an eye towards honoring original character. Updates include custom copper gutters, new flooring, new millwork, dedicated laundry nook and new baths. Kitchen improvements boast new cabinetry, quartz counters, subway tile, stainless appliances. French doors guide you through the skylight-lite kitchen directly to the patio and gardens. Main floor living area has warm hardwoods, wood burning fireplace and notable natural light. Offering a flexible three-bedroom layout, featuring a lower-level primary bedroom paired with an un-suite bath for privacy. Upper guest bedroom is an unusually versatile space adjoining a separate bath. The third room easily serves as home office, fitness or guest retreat. A handsome Gated Entry and Elevated Living Fence supported by a gorgeous Cortan Steel Retaining Wall encapsulate the remarkably low maintenance gardens. Relaxed symmetry and tree canopy of mature Italian Cypress, Magnolia and shaped boxwoods create a calm garden setting. Entertaining - gathering spaces created with use of low maintenance large natural stone pavers, pea gravel and Ipe decking. Practical features enhancing low maintenance include commercial grade synthetic turf, landscape lighting, water features and irrigation. On site parking.