$449,000

Welcome home to this classic Colonial gem located in the heart of the highly desirable Atwater Park neighborhood. Situated on a lovely corner lot with access off the lesser-traveled Derby Dingle Road, this residence overflows with authentic charm, high-end craftsmanship, and timeless updates.Step inside the center-staircase foyer to find a formal living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The sophisticated formal dining room boasts an elegant trim package, including traditional wainscoting, substantial crown molding, built-in sidebar servers, and a custom-painted picture-frame ceiling molding border that adds distinct architectural depth. The tastefully remodeled, timeless kitchen features wood cabinetry, sleek black pulls, a stainless dishwasher, a gas oven range, and an expansive coffee station/buffet server. Enjoy casual relaxation in the family room, which sits nicely open to the kitchen and showcases an airy vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, gas fireplace, and direct access to the outdoor grilling station. A private office/nursery and a convenient half bath complete the first floor.Upstairs, you will find three spacious bedrooms. The primary bedroom features a spectacular custom closet designed for ultimate organization, comfortably showcasing over 35 pairs of shoes on custom shelving alongside built-in cubbies and tie racks. The two secondary bedrooms feature gorgeous wood floors preserved under the carpeting. The tastefully updated, oversized full bath offers a spacious layout that provides future potential to create a private primary ensuite. BONUS space including sitting/TV/REC space, 2nd full bath and even a workshop in the partially finished basement. Outside, a covered front porch welcomes you to lush, green lawns maintained by an in-ground sprinkler system, framed by beautiful stonework, retaining walls, and a fully fenced yard. A detached storage shed with electricity (a former pool house) adds excellent utility, while the 1-car garage features a rear door opening directly to the patio for seamless mudroom and kitchen access. Unbeatable location: just a 3-minute walk to Baystate Hospital, a short walk to Mercy Hospital, and a 6-8 minute stroll to Van Horn Park’s reservoir and walking trails. Enjoy effortless highway access within a 2-3 minute drive, offering a quick commute to Downtown Springfield, Holyoke, West Springfield, and Hartford, CT. **Photos edited with AI but will be replaced with updated photos after painting is complete.