Your chance to own a property with a large 3-stall heated garage, bonus living space, .71 acre private backyard; all located close to schools & downtown Melrose! Enter the home into an ideal mudroom, storage space to stay organized. Steps away is a convenient main floor laundry room. Kitchen is spacious w/center island, painted cabinets, planking for flooring, SS appliances & backsplash. Next to kitchen is a full, updated bathroom. Relax in the dining & living room; appreciate all the natural light. Upper level features 2 nice-sized bedrooms w/new paint & flooring! The garage you've been waiting for... 3 stalls, heated, fridge, kitchen sink, 2 window AC units, security system, 3/4 bathroom, floor drains, 3 cameras, soft water, storage, new lights/fixtures, WIFI openers & more! Above the garage is a 800+ sq ft bonus space; use as a 4th bedroom, family space or rec area! Located on a oversized lot that backs up to the park. Lot has a shrub border & pollinator garden. See update list!