Prepare to be charmed by this tastefully-updated Brighton single fam! Minutes to Harvard, Arsenal Yards, Boston Landing & more, yet tucked away on a quiet street, this picture-perfect 3-bed colonial is an oasis with easy access to the city. The front entry offers a spacious mud room leading into a light-filled living room. A modern kitchen boasts white shaker cabinets, stainless appliances, and granite countertops, which opens into a formal dining area w/ plenty of space to entertain. In the rear of the home awaits a flex space, perfect for an office or den. On the 2nd floor are 3 bedrooms and a full bath, with a linen closet in the hall. The landscaped yard is ideal for gardening, grilling, or entertaining. This area is bustling with new activity; within blocks you'll start the day with a coffee at Pavement, peruse perennials at Mahoney's, then enjoy a sunny afternoon by the Charles River or at the Speedway beer garden! A rare move-in ready home near the city -- what's not to love?