Welcome to 7507 Essex Avenue — a well-maintained and thoughtfully updated home in a prime Springfield location, just one block from trails leading to Accotink Park and Brookfield Park. This charming residence features a classic brick lower level with wood siding, a durable metal roof, and a one-car garage with automatic opener. The welcoming wide entry foyer offers ceramic tile flooring, recessed lighting, and a convenient coat closet. The lower-level family room is warm and inviting with updated carpet, recessed lighting, a bay window, built-in shelving, and an electric fireplace with wood mantle and brick hearth. A nearby wet bar with granite countertops, undermount stainless-steel sink, and abundant cabinetry makes this level ideal for entertaining or second living space. The lower-level full bath includes a ceramic tile floor, tiled tub surround, and vanity with granite top. The utility room features a stackable front-load LG washer and dryer, gas HVAC system, utility sink, and a tankless gas water heater installed in 2023. Upstairs, the light-filled living room showcases cherry wood floors, crown molding, ceiling fan, a large picture window, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with brick surround and wood mantle. The dining area offers crown molding and chair rail and flows seamlessly into the updated open kitchen with granite countertops, ceramic tile flooring, stainless-steel appliances, recessed lighting, and access to the backyard. Step outside to a relaxing and private brick paver patio—perfect for grilling and unwinding—overlooking a large fenced yard with mature trees. The upper level features cherry wood flooring throughout, a renovated hall bath with ceramic tile, double vanity with granite tops, updated lighting, and brushed-nickel fixtures. The primary bedroom includes a spacious closet, while the second bedroom offers a closet with built-in organizers, plus a third bedroom. Enjoy an exceptional location with easy access to downtown Springfield, I-95, I-495, the Springfield Metro and VRE stations, shopping, dining, and commuter routes.