Updated and carefully maintained home featuring 3 bedrooms (including a ground floor bedroom), 1.2 baths, an upgraded kitchen, and an open dining room/living room space. The social kitchen is clearly the "heart of the home" and exudes warmth with solid maple cabinets, granite counter tops, brush nickel appliances, plentiful pantry space and a breakfast nook for easy morning coffee. Sunlight pours in through the picture window onto soft pastel walls. The polished hardwood floors glean. The bedroom & full bathroom on the ground floor are ideal for easy living. The second floor features two bedrooms, a half bathroom and storage space. The finished basement provides access to the backyard as well as rooms partitioned for possible use as a home office, gym, or entertainment area. The home's creative storage & shelving continue throughout the basement. Central Air throughout the home. Modern windows provide comfort and calm throughout the house. Relax & grill outside on the elevated Trex deck just out the backdoor off the kitchen. A solid 6' fence and side gate provides privacy in the backyard. A built-in backup power generator will keep your fridge running, the AC on and your mind at ease. An attached garage and paved driveway provide great storage and parking. This charming home provides comfortable, sunlit suburban living. Short distance to Scotch Plains' vibrant downtown, Shopping Centers, transportation options for easy commuting to New York City, and nearby schools.