$849,900
5
Beds
1/1
Bath
1,419
Living Area
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Property Description
Westwood living for $849,000! Discover the space, flexibility and outdoor setting of this charming Cape in Islington. Set on approximately half an acre, 290 East Street offers an inviting opportunity to own a single-family home with a private yard and detached two-car garage, all within reach of village conveniences and commuter routes. The living and dining areas feature wood floors and recessed lighting, creating a welcoming setting for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen offers quartz countertops, tile flooring and a dining area, with room to gather over morning coffee or prepare your meal. Five bedrooms provide options for sleeping, working from home, hobbies or guests. A first-floor bedroom and full bath offer convenient main-level accommodations, while additional upstairs bedrooms and a half bath add flexibility. With approximately 1,419 square feet of finished living area, this home makes thoughtful use of its space. An unfinished walk-out lower level and additional unfinished second-floor space invite you to explore future possibilities, subject to required permits and approvals; these areas are not included in the stated living area. Outside, a wooded backdrop creates a peaceful setting for relaxing, gardening or enjoying time outdoors. The detached two-car garage adds storage and parking options, complemented by a paved driveway with ample off-street parking. Natural gas heat and hot water, town water and town sewer round out the practical features. Located on the sidewalk side of East Street, the home offers convenient access to Islington Village, shopping, dining, the commuter rail, major highways and Downey Elementary School. Enjoy the independence of a single-family home, the convenience of an established neighborhood and the opportunity to make the space your own. If Westwood is on your wish list and your budget is under $1 million, take a closer look at 290 East Street. Schedule your showing and see how this Cape could work for you!
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Highlights
- Area: Islington
- Heating: Natural Gas, Wood Stove
- Property Class: Residential
- Style: Cape
- Year Built: 1954
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- Parking Spots: 8
- Property Type: Single Family Residence
- Total Rooms: 7
- Status: Active
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Additional Details
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Features: Porch, Rain Gutters
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Road Frontage Type: Public
- SqFt Source: Public Record
- Year Built Source: Public Records
- Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Exclusions: Removal Of Al Personal Belongings In House And Garage.
- Flooring: Tile, Parquet, Engineered Hardwood
- Lot Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping, Level
- Roof: Shingle
- Year Built Details: Actual
- Zoning: Res
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Amenities
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, Sidewalks
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Covered Parking Spaces: 2
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Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
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Fees / Taxes
- Assessed Value: $738,400
- Taxes: $9,452
- Tax Year: 2025
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