Bright and airy 5-room apartment located in a charming Colonial duplex in Melrose. This home boasts a sizable updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cabinetry, and a dining area bathed in natural light with stunning views of the adjacent park. It includes two generous bedrooms, one full bathroom, one half bathroom, a cozy living room, and a large, heated enclosed front porch. Parking is conveniently off-street. Positioned on a corner plot beside a park that offers a soccer field and playground, this residence is nestled in a peaceful cul-de-sac. It's also conveniently located less than a mile from Melrose's preschool, elementary, and high schools.