Solidly built in 1946, this 1,108 sq. ft. Cape Cod style home sits on a large, double lot (150' deep by 100' wide) on a quiet street within walking distance to an elementary school and Petoskey's Middle and High schools. House is situated a few blocks from North Central Michigan College's nature area, and an easy walk to downtown Petoskey. Three bedrooms, one bath Original oak floors New roof (by Goldsmith's Roofing in 1999) and new energy-efficent windows Bright, cheery house has a large kitchen (14 x 13) and living room (12 x 17). A finished attic offers the potential of doubling the size of the house with minor renovations (currently pull down staircase). The full basement is dry and clean. All major appliances are electric and included (refrigerator, range, washer and dryer). Furnace is natural gas. Ceiling fans in kitchen and master bedroom. New rain gutters, updated plumbing and new water heater. New (underground) water service line installed in May 2002 by Fairbairn's Plumbing. Remodeled kitchen with new countertops, sink, garbage disposal and wiring brought up to code, cottage bead board wall treatment and more. Two guest bedrooms are newly carpeted. Attic insulated in 2000 with blown-in Cellulose. Custom-built thermo-pane attic windows installed in 2006. House is wired for cable and DSL high speed internet service. New garage roof in May 2007. One car garage (with room on property for another car bay) with huge storage area and shop (16' x 24') is wired for 220V. Back yard is large and fenced on two sides, making it semi-private. Landscaping of trees, shrubs, lilacs and more installed in May 2001 using low-maintenance species. Home is energy-efficient and low cost to heat in winter. In Petoskey city limits with city sewer, curbside garbage and recycling pickup. Fresh paint throughtout the house. House is in "move in" condition. Back porch is glassed in and ideal for starting plantings in spring. Friendly neighborhood. House was built by original owners, second owner now selling. Ideal home for small family, single professional or retirees planning to simplify. House appraised in December 2006 at $192,500, asking $179,900. All reasonable offers will be considered. Call (231) 348-5267 for an appointment. #displayHTML{font-family:arial; font-size:12px;}