Rare opportunity in prime Stoneham location on private, tree lined lot. This home is waiting for your vision, with an open floor plan, lovely brick fireplace, and hardwoods throughout the first level, there are just three steps up to the bedrooms and updated full bath. A middle level with direct access to the garage offers a place for an at home office, gym, or game room, and a half bath. On the updated ground level you will find new windows, laminate flooring, recessed lighting, ample storage and a separate laundry room with soaking sink. Walk directly out to your private back patio surrounded in trees and gardens featuring 75 species of native plants lovingly cultivated for over a decade, attracting pollinators and birds, and providing color and interest in every season. Great backyard space as well. Newer, quality heating system. All of this in the highly desirable Bear Hill neighborhood in Stoneham, recently named one of the hottest neighborhoods on the north shore.