456 SE VILLA DR

They say good things come in small packages; then this is a very good thing. This well maintained, solid single level home is turnkey ready. Light filled bonus room is a great space for lounging or guests. Living room has a cozy gas fireplace that can easily keep the chill of the whole house. Kitchen has open shelving and walk-in pantry. Lots of windows keep light & bright inside and provide views of the lovely gardens that contain ornamental & edible treats. Close to Parks, Riverfront Trail & downtown. Front entry has slate tile floor. Second front entry with ramp access and handrail leads down wide hall to bedroom #2. Bedroom #2 is set up with a sink cabinets and countertop, wall shelving, bamboo flooring and bay window. Previously used for massage therapy it could be just right for other uses (crafts, art, other home-based business). Sun tunnels near the front door and in the bathroom provide additional light. Bonus room has a built-in bench that folds flat to hold a mattress if needed or enjoy as a sunny lounge. Living room window seat has file drawers that provide extra storage and extra seating. Kitchen has cork flooring, open shelving and a walk-in pantry, refreshed counter tops and trim tiled back splash and is open to dining. Outdoor amenities include deck & covered patio, front flower boxes, fenced backyard, and lovely gardens that include hand crafted grape arbor with established vine, berries (blue, raspberry, goji, Marion, strawberries), Fruit trees (fig,nectarine, plum persimmon, peach) raised vegetable beds, artichokes and ornamental flowing plants. Significant maintenance and upgrades include fresh water re-plumb 2021, new attic insulation (‘24), mini-split heat & a/c (‘24), installation of swivel lights andsliders in living room (‘24). Conveniently located approximately 0.3 miles from Riverbend Park, 1.6 miles by bike or on foot to Willamette Park 2.8 mls from Oregon State University, 1.8 miles to First Alternative co-op and 1.9 miles to downtown.