Quintessential University City home with modern updates throughout for today's living. As you approach from the driveway, you won't miss the mature perennial flower gardens encompassing the lush landscaping, including brick-friendly climbing roses! This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, all brick 2-story oozes character and charm from every room. Enter through the original 10-panel curved front door into the living room highlighted by dramatic wood beams, arched fireplace and doorways, and rear staircase with wrought iron railing. The dining room showcases a chandelier original to the house. The kitchen has been updated with custom cabinets, granite countertops, gas range with hood and R/O water filtration. Private main floor den/library with brand new carpeting, a full bath and laundry makes for a perfect WFH office. Upstairs are 3 generously sized bedrooms, with custom ELFA closet systems, and a connecting sunroom offering a playroom for kids, or a place to relax and escape into a book. Full hall bathtub was reglazed prior to listing. Partially finished basement provides a carpeted recreation room with a gas fireplace, updated lighting and cabinetry. Newer HVAC was installed in 2019. Out back is a privacy fenced yard, spacious deck and raised-bed gardens for herbs and vegetables. This gorgeous home is located on a highly desirable neighborhood surrounded by well kept historic homes and won't be available for long. Open House Sunday 1/25 1-3pm.