Arlington Home of the Week: 16 Teresa Circle

Calling all gardeners! The grounds on this splendid property not only immediately provides a picturesque landscape with many lush specimens of mature plantings, including Japanese Maples and an apple tree, but there is plenty of available space in its 7,461 square foot lot to add a resident's own personal organic touches. The property also already includes many useful enhancements with two sheds, a fenced-in rear backyard, a sprinkler system and an invisible dog fence. The gardens, however, are only a flourishing introduction to this lovely split-entry ranch.

The home boasts a convenient, open 1,475 square foot floor plan with spacious rooms, many updates, such as fresh paint in soothing neutrals and bonus amenities with hardwood floors, central air conditioning and a cedar closet. Staying true to the split-entry blueprint, the living room welcomes residents and guests into the home from the front entry. This large space offers a fireplace, a bow window drenching the room with natural sunlight and a vaulted ceiling. Other common rooms on this level include a lovely, intimate dining room and warm inviting kitchen filled with natural ingredients of wood and brick.

One of the many benefits of a split-entry is all main rooms are conveniently located on one first level. In addition to the common living areas, this story contains three spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The lower above-ground floor provides a magnificent 450 square foot family room with custom cabinets, wall-to-wall carpeting, bonus closet space, a cedar closet and a three-quarter bath.

This versatile property provides so many practical, efficient and supplemental benefits it is difficult to focus and evaluate its value on one specific area. For some, its significant feature could be the stunning gardens, while others may be impressed with its convenient main-floor living accommodations. Of course, the oversized family room will provide many hours of leisurely fun and entertainment. The fact is, this home can comfortably adapt and lodge the changing needs and desires of many residents and the evolving needs and interests for many years.

Location: 16 Teresa Cir.

Price: $449,000

Rooms: 7

Bedrooms: 3

Baths: 2 full

Living Area: 1,475 sq. ft.

Lot Size: 7,461 sq. ft. (.17 acre)

Listing Agent: Mary Lou Bigelow, Bowes Real Estate Real Living, 781-645-0504