Stepping inside of a home that has been ADORED by the same family since it's construction in 1961 is quite the feeling!!! Welcoming you to a meticulously maintained one-owner Cape Cod style home, nestled in one of Utica's most desirable neighborhoods - available for the FIRST TIME EVER!! Set on a sprawling 0.27-acre corner parcel, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath property offers 1,349 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Looking for space to grow? CHECK! Looking for 4 bedrooms PLUS additional bonus space? CHECK! Looking for a great backyard to unwind & enjoy familial fun? CHECK! Most importantly - are you looking for a home boasting interior and exterior integrity from decades and decades of being cherished? CHECK! The home most definitely boasts a spacious, most appealing floor plan with gleaming hardwood flooring, freshly steamed carpets, a bright bay window in the living room, natural light throughout and a HUGE eat-in kitchen (WITH replacement luxury vinyl flooring) with views of the lush backyard! Two bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor offer flexible living options, while two additional bedrooms and a half bath upstairs provide privacy, delivering ample bedroom space PLUS great storage. The finished basement adds valuable bonus space as well—ideal for a rec room, hosting & entertaining, home office, or gym. Updates include but are not limited to: YOUNG roof (8-10 YO), freshly sealed driveway, POURED concrete basement walls, partially refinished basement updated (2025), some replacement windows throughout, replacement kitchen flooring, freshly landscaped (2025), meticulous hardwoods, private backyard, a workshop in the basement AND MORE! Curb appeal abounds with a pristine lawn, mature trees, and classic Cape architecture. This home is a rare opportunity for anyone seeking a lovingly cared-for residence in a tranquil, tree-lined setting. Just move in and make it yours!