Step inside this newly renovated (2023), move-in ready 1920s colonial that maintains its original charm while incorporating modern updates. Enjoy the refreshing central air, stunning hardwood floors, tastefully completed kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Quartz counters and brand-new cabinets. Two renovated full bathrooms, main level mudroom with laundry, and the many windows throughout make this home comfortable, light and bright. Enjoy low monthly expenses from solar panels (owned not leased), a wood burning stove/fireplace, and two zoned heating and cooling. As a legal two-bedroom taxes are low, yet the home offers a large additional room on the main level that can easily be used as a bedroom, office, playroom, den, or art studio. ~ Walk up attic ~ 200 Amp electrical ~ Entire septic system replacement 2017 ~ Roof 2017 ~ Hot water 2018 ~ Boiler 2016 ~ A detached greenhouse for green thumb enthusiasts, a kiwi vine pergola, various fruit trees in the gardens throughout the yard and a babbling brook add to the peaceful setting. Extremely convenient to the Merritt Parkway, downtown New Haven, and all three of the local award-winning schools. This home is also close to the library, hiking trails, park, and soccer fields.