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16 Park Street, Norfolk
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“This is a unique offering in the market,” said Realtor Eleanor Osborn of Century 21 Commonwealth. “We have a period Arts & Crafts house with acreage in a fantastic convenient location. For the right buyer, it’s a one-of-a-kind combination.” According to Osborn, that right buyer could come with any variety of must-haves, including ideas about organic farming, a love of horses or a need to live in the country while working in the city.
Set on 4.29 acres of prime Norfolk property, the Park Street home boasts a rustic footprint coupled with numerous updates and upgrades. “The current owners really took care of the necessities,” noted Osborn. This includes but is not limited to a new roof, heating system, upgraded well and electric. The interior mirrors this concept, combining early 20th century charm with newer features that enhance 21st century living. One of the most enterprising updates is a newer kitchen. Measuring 14 by 25, it boasts an array of bleached hardwood cabinetry, highlighted with a center set island. The tri-tiered island offers comfortable seating for five and is topped in granite, along with the perimeter cabinetry. In addition to the breakfast bar portion, the main section of island features a utility sink and ample prep space, the counter dropping one more level to accommodate a pastry station. The cabinetry segues to additional units that translate into mega storage and an excellent work center in which to house the family computer. Appliances include a stainless steel Bosch dishwasher and double, gas-burning Maytag range. An upgraded lighting package brings a spark of modern, offset by a vintage brick wall and hearth with wood-burning stove. Located off the kitchen is thoroughly renovated full bath. It boasts sleek custom tile, stall shower and a stackable washer/dryer area. The kitchen opens to a grilling deck, which accesses a large screened-in porch. It offers pleasant views of the natural setting, as well as a landscaped garden area.
First-floor features continue with a 21-by-14 living room. Here we find original elements, such as hardwood flooring and wide baseboard molding. A brick hearth, wood-burning fireplace is flanked by floor-to-ceiling bookcases, increasing storage and charm. With windows on either side of the room, this is guaranteed to be a sunny space throughout the day. Both the living room and kitchen access a 13-by-12 formal dining room. This is also a light-filled space with period crown molding and wide baseboards. An updated center chandelier is found overhead with hardwood flooring underfoot. The first floor rounds out with a 13-by-14 family room. This square footage and the space above is a later 20th century addition. It brings a second fireplace to the amenities and a great gathering spot for the entire family. A new front door with leaded glass eyebrow is a wonderful complement to a traditional Arts & Crafts foyer and staircase.
The top of the main staircase butterflies, adding a unique architectural element to the design. To the left we find four spacious rooms with three dedicated bedrooms. With a new 2003 four-bedroom septic system, the spare room works well as a home office or guest room. A full bath with claw foot tub serves the spare bedrooms. A walk-up third floor is great space for a game room or playroom. The master bedroom is part of the late 20th century addition. The 19-by-14 room offers plenty of living space, plus a walk-in cedar-lined closet. A private full bath is accessible from the master bedroom.
Complementing the acreage is a new brick paver driveway trimmed in Belgium block. The home also offers a wide farmers porch, detached two-car garage and barn.
Realtor Eleanor Osborn of Century 21 Commonwealth is marketing the home for $440,000. She will be hosting open house hours, noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4, and Sunday, Feb. 5. For more information contact Osborn at 508-654-1855.
DETAILS:
Home size: 2,648 square feet
Rooms: 4 bedrooms 3 baths
Lot size: 4.29-acre
Year built: 1919 (20th century addition)
Annual taxes: $6,640.989
Asking price: $440,000
Open House: February 4-5, noon-2 p.m.