This charming Colonial home in Shaker Heights, built in the early 20th century, beautifully blends historical elegance with modern comforts. Featuring three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, it offers a spacious living room with a gas fireplace and custom built-ins. Recent renovations include a newly updated primary bathroom with spa-like heated floors and quartz countertops, plus a brand-new roof and newer windows. The home boasts refinished hardwood floors throughout and a vintage-style eat-in kitchen with modern appliances. Outdoor amenities include a paver patio with an in-ground gas line, detached garage, and storage shed. Priced at $395,000, it sits conveniently near Van Aken District and top-rated schools.
Front Exterior View
A charming historic American home with brown shingle siding, steeply pitched roof, and dormer windows contributing to a classic cottage appearance. The roof is composed of dark shingles contrasting with cream-colored trim around windows and eaves. A small covered entry porch includes steps leading to a modest front door flanked by windows. The house sits on a well-maintained green lawn shaded by a large mature tree, adding natural appeal. A long, paved driveway leads past the side of the house, bounded by trimmed hedges and neighboring white clapboard homes. The crisp landscaping and deep set windows showcase timeless craftsmanship and neighborhood symmetry.
Backyard and Patio Area
A spacious backyard with a well-kept green lawn flanks a dark asphalt driveway leading up to a two-story home. The house’s exterior is covered in reddish-brown siding with white window frames, trim, and railings, reflecting classic American charm. A second-floor balcony with crisscross wooden railings overlooks the backyard, where a stone patio is arranged with outdoor metal dining furniture under a beige umbrella. Large mature trees surround the property, offering shade and a natural canopy. Stone edging and a small rock garden border the patio, enhancing the inviting outdoor living space.
Backyard Patio and House Exterior
A two-story historic home with a steeply pitched roof and a warm reddish-brown exterior composition sits behind a lush, well-maintained green lawn. White framed windows and French doors open into a brick-paved patio area furnished with a round metal table, chairs, and a large beige umbrella providing shade. Above the patio, a charming white balcony with a classic cross-braced wooden railing adds character to the upper floor. The yard is bordered by a driveway on one side and a wooden lattice fence on the other, creating a cozy, inviting outdoor space. Mature trees provide natural shade and enhance the peaceful atmosphere.
Backyard Patio Area
A charming backyard patio with a cobblestone or brick paver surface adjacent to a two-story historic home. The home exterior features warm brown siding with white trim and multiple windows, including a distinctive bay window area leading out to the patio doors. An upper balcony with white wooden railings adds architectural interest. Outdoor furniture includes a metal table and chairs set, complemented by a large beige patio umbrella and a terracotta chiminea. The lush green lawn surrounds the patio, bordered by a small rock wall and a wooden gate opening to a driveway beside neighboring homes. Mature trees provide a tranquil, shaded environment.
Detached Garage Exterior
A standalone garage with brown wood siding and a white paneled double garage door. The roof is flat with a slight trim detail in white, matching the garage door. The driveway is paved with asphalt and slightly curves leading to the garage entrance. Surrounding the garage, green grass and small bushes contribute to a well-maintained and tidy outdoor setting. Tall trees and a wooden fence border the backyard perimeter, offering privacy and a natural backdrop. Overhead power lines are visible, and the sky is partly cloudy with patches of blue, evoking a calm suburban atmosphere.
Backyard Patio Area
The backyard patio adjacent to a two-story historic home features brown shingle siding with white trim around multi-pane windows and French doors. A white wood railing decorates a small upper balcony, adding classic charm. The patio floor consists of irregular stone pavers, creating a rustic yet inviting surface. Metal outdoor furniture includes a round table and four chairs beneath a beige, large umbrella providing shade. A terracotta chiminea sits near the table, adding warmth and an authentic touch. The space is bordered by a mix of low stone edging and wooden fencing, with mature trees and lush green lawn completing the peaceful outdoor environment.
Backyard and Driveway
A spacious backyard area with a paved driveway leading to a detached double garage painted in brown with white doors stands at the back. The area surrounding the driveway is lush with green grass and bordered by mature trees providing shade. A brick-paved patio area features an outdoor dining set with a large beige umbrella, offering a comfortable gathering spot. To the right, a black metal fence and a wooden privacy fence run alongside the driveway, enclosing the space. The scene is bright and inviting under a partly cloudy sky, blending functional outdoor living with natural elements.
Front Exterior View
Steeply pitched rooflines define this charming classic American home, highlighted by dark brown wooden siding and creamy white window trims. The gable roof includes a small dormer window and decorative trim details near the peak. A modest front porch with a single light and potted plants adds a welcoming touch. The driveway runs alongside the house, leading to the backyard, bordered by neat shrubbery. Mature trees and a well-maintained lawn contribute to the serene, suburban ambiance. The warm sunset sky enhances the inviting atmosphere, blending natural and architectural elements harmoniously.
Backyard and Patio
A charming rear view of a two-story historic American home with brown siding and white-framed windows. The driveway runs alongside the house, bordered by a black metal fence and lush green grass. A spacious lawn surrounds the property, featuring a cozy outdoor patio area with a round table, chairs, and a beige umbrella for shade. Mature trees add natural beauty and height to the yard, and the sky displays a soft pastel sunset. Adjacent homes with similar traditional architecture hint at a quiet residential neighborhood, blending comfort and classic design.
Front Entrance Patio
The entrance showcases a charming small patio with a curved, aged brick paver walkway leading to a raised concrete stoop with three steps. The house exterior is clad in wide brown shingles contrasted by crisp white trim around the door and windows, giving a classic, cottage-like appeal. A dark wooden front door with vertical glass panels adds warmth and texture. The porch ceiling and trim have subtle decorative brackets, and a simple lantern-style light fixture is mounted overhead. A stone border garden adjacent to the walkway contains low-growing plants beneath tall mature trees, enhancing the inviting, mature landscaped ambiance.
Living Room Entry
A spacious living room connected to a small entryway with a brick floor transitions into warm hardwood flooring throughout the main space. White walls and beadboard paneling create a classic, airy ambiance. Two symmetrical built-in cabinets flank the central fireplace adorned with a simple white mantel. Small, recessed windows above the cabinetry bring subtle natural light. A traditional pendant light hangs in the entry area while recessed lighting brightens the broader room. A doorway reveals a bathroom with deep rusty red walls that contrast softly with the otherwise neutral palette, blending historic charm with clean, updated lines.
Living Room and Dining Area
Open-concept living and dining space characterized by honey-toned hardwood floors that stretch throughout the room, reflecting abundant natural light. Soft gray walls provide a neutral backdrop, complemented by white crown molding and trim that frames built-in shelving and cabinetry. A plush, light gray sectional sofa with textured throw pillows anchors the living area, facing toward a bright set of glass-paneled double doors leading outside. Recessed lighting fixtures are evenly spaced in the ceiling, illuminating the room without disrupting the minimalist aesthetic. The adjacent dining area features a classic chandelier and detailed wood paneling on the lower half of the walls, enhancing the room’s historic charm and timeless elegance.
Living Room and Entry
Spacious living room in soft neutral tones with hardwood flooring extending throughout. A large, light gray sectional with assorted cushions anchors the sitting area. The walls are painted a subtle pale gray, complemented by white trim and baseboards. Recessed ceiling lights provide clean, modern illumination. On the left, a small staircase with wooden treads and white risers leads upward, suggesting adjacency to other home levels. Beyond the living area, glass-paneled French doors open to an outside or secondary room, flanked by sidelights for additional natural light. The entry area includes a tile floor, offering a practical transition zone.
Living Room Nook
A bright corner area adjacent to a larger room features three tall, multi-pane windows framed with crisp white trim, allowing ample natural light and views of greenery outside. Warm honey-toned hardwood floors extend throughout the space, complementing the light gray walls and white ceiling with modern recessed lighting. A white ceiling fan adds subtle functionality. The adjoining room contains a classic fireplace with a simple white mantel flanked by built-in cabinetry and small windows above, enhancing the historic charm mingled with contemporary updates throughout the home.
Kitchen Dining Area
Warm mustard-yellow walls complement white cabinetry with polished silver handles, creating a cozy yet functional kitchen space. The hardwood floor features a natural finish with visible grain and varied tones, adding a historic charm. A rectangular wooden dining table with matching dark wood chairs occupies the center, topped with a light runner decorated with a subtle leafy pattern. The kitchen appliances, including a white double-door refrigerator and stainless steel dishwasher, blend modern convenience with classic design. A window above the sink invites natural light, highlighting the streamlined countertops and modest tile backsplash. The space is practical with an understated aesthetic.
Bathroom Sink Area
Soft terracotta walls create a warm, inviting atmosphere in this small bathroom nook. A white porcelain vanity with elegant curves holds a chrome faucet that adds a polished, classic touch. Above the sink, a large white framed mirror with fluted detailing enhances the space and reflects light from the frosted window on the right, which features clean white trim. A silver towel ring mounted on the left wall holds a colorful hand towel, bringing a subtle pop of color. The combination of earthy tones and bright accents emphasizes a blend of historic charm with simple, functional design.
Sunroom with Patio Access
Bright and airy sunroom featuring large French doors leading to a brick-paved patio with outdoor seating and umbrella. The room has a soft gray color palette on the walls, complemented by crisp white trim and molding around the doors and windows. Hardwood flooring with a natural finish adds warmth to the space. Multiple double-hung windows allow abundant natural light and offer views of the green lawn and neighboring properties. A white radiator cover with a decorative grille sits beneath one window, blending functionality and style. Recessed ceiling lights and a white ceiling fan provide lighting and air circulation.
Entryway Storage
Small entryway or mudroom with light-colored walls adorned with horizontal wooden slats painted white, providing structure and charm. Multiple hooks line the walls, some holding a beige coat and a two-tone tote bag, emphasizing the space’s functional use for hanging outerwear and accessories. Upper shelves painted in muted green offer storage options. A modern, metallic paper towel holder is mounted beneath the shelf. Large, multi-pane window on the right admits abundant natural light and reveals a view of a green lawn and driveway outside, blending quaint practicality with a peaceful outdoor connection.
Dining Room Details
Hardwood floors stretch throughout the dining space, complemented by white walls with a soft gray wainscoting that adds subtle contrast. Built-in cabinetry frames the far wall below a centered window, providing both storage and architectural interest. A classic chandelier with six lampshades hangs from the ceiling, casting warm light over the area. Large windows to the right invite natural light, brightening the airy room and revealing views of greenery outside. An open doorway leads to a connected kitchen and breakfast nook, uniting the living spaces in a seamless flow typical of historic American homes. Clean lines and neutral tones establish an inviting, versatile ambiance.
Hallway and Stairway
A narrow hallway with light gray walls and glossy varnished hardwood flooring leads to multiple rooms. The white trim around the doors and baseboards contrasts cleanly with the soft wall color. On the right side, a simple wooden handrail accompanies a descending stairway. White doors with vintage hinges and classic molding suggest a historic architectural style. The ceiling has decorative paneling that adds subtle visual interest. Overall, the space gives a bright and airy feel, combining traditional details with fresh, neutral paint tones for a timeless look.
Bedroom with Alcove Nook
Light beige walls complement warm, polished hardwood floors, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. A single window with white trim overlooks greenery outside, inviting natural light in. The ceiling slopes inward on both sides, suggesting an attic or upper-floor location, with an alcove nook built into the right wall holding a small white shelf beneath a window-mounted air conditioning unit. A simple bed adorned with a blue-patterned cover sits alongside a small, light wood nightstand with a lamp. A white ceiling fan with beige accents hangs centrally, harmonizing with the room’s neutral color palette. The space blends functional simplicity with vintage architectural charm.
Bedroom with Bathroom Entrance
Spacious bedroom area with polished hardwood floors extending throughout the room. Walls painted in a soft beige create a warm, neutral backdrop for the space. A large window at the far end allows natural light and views of greenery outside. The sleeping area is furnished with a double bed adorned with a blue and green patterned bedspread, accompanied by a wooden nightstand with a table lamp. Ceiling fan above provides comfort. White door on the left leads to a private bathroom, visible with a modern toilet and tiled gray floor. Cozy built-in shelving is tucked into a recessed wall space near the bathroom.
Walk-In Closet Storage
A compact walk-in closet with white walls and ceiling beams creates a clean, bright atmosphere. Metal rods run along three sides near the ceiling, designed for hanging clothes. Two fabric hanging shelves in muted gray provide segmented compartments for folded items, adding texture and functionality. The floor is simple and unobtrusive, enhancing the sense of space. Subtle wood ceiling beams add slight historic charm without overwhelming the modern simplicity. The closet’s design focuses on maximizing vertical space while maintaining an open, airy feel with neutral tones and practical storage solutions.
Bathroom Vanity and Tub
The bathroom has a serene gray and white color scheme emphasizing cleanliness and modernity. A double vanity with marble countertops features two rectangular sinks paired with sleek, squared-off brushed nickel faucets. Above each sink are large, white-framed mirrors that match the trim details on the vanity. Light fixtures above the mirrors have clear glass shades, contributing to the bright ambiance. The bathtub, surrounded by glossy white tiles accented with a decorative horizontal strip of smaller mosaic tiles, sits beneath a wide window letting in natural light. The flooring is a darker gray, grounding the space elegantly.
Simple Bedroom Corner
A small and cozy bedroom corner with a single wooden bed frame in a light natural finish, dressed in white bedding with multiple pillows neatly arranged. Walls are painted in soft, neutral tones: a subtle blue-gray on one side and a creamy off-white on the other, creating a calm atmosphere. Two white-trimmed windows with white blinds allow natural light to softly illuminate the hardwood floors, which add warmth and texture. A white ceiling fan with a light fixture is centered overhead, enhancing ventilation and lighting. The room is minimally decorated, emphasizing simplicity and tranquility.
Bathroom Details
Small bathroom space with a clean, all-white color scheme that emphasizes simplicity and brightness. Walls display a textured finish that adds subtle depth. A white porcelain sink under an arched mirror with a white frame complements the streamlined faucet in brushed nickel. Natural light filters through white venetian blinds on a modestly sized window next to the toilet, which is topped with a white towel on a chrome towel rack. A wall-mounted white light fixture with a frosted globe enhances the soft, understated aesthetic, creating a practical yet inviting atmosphere.
Bedroom Nook and Doors
The room contains two white, paneled doors set into pale cream and muted peach walls, forming a soft, neutral color palette. A built-in white shelf with three narrow tiers stands against the wall between the doors, offering subtle storage or display space. Warm-toned hardwood floors add a natural element and contrast gently with the white trim and baseboards. A simple white ceiling fan with a light fixture hangs overhead. The space combines simple architectural elements and gentle colors for a calm, understated aesthetic, suitable for a cozy bedroom or study area in a historic home.
Basement Lounge Area
White-painted exposed ceiling beams and pipes run across the ceiling, creating an industrial yet clean aesthetic. The walls and small window blocks, allowing natural light, are also painted white, brightening the space. The floor is covered with wood-style laminate, adding warmth to the otherwise stark environment. A patterned cushioned wooden futon faces a contemporary TV mounted on a unique stand with glass shelves and storage baskets below. A small side table with a traditional lamp adds a cozy touch. The layout is minimalistic and open, emphasizing functionality and comfort within the basement setting.
Basement Seating Area
Exposed white-painted ceiling beams and pipes contrast with the warm wood-tone flooring, creating a rustic yet clean aesthetic. The walls are white paneled, surrounding a small, cozy seating area with a futon sofa featuring a multicolored geometric-patterned cushion. A classic white door and side table with a lamp add a homely touch. The room feels spacious despite the low ceiling, with ample lighting from overhead fixtures ensuring the space stays bright. The mix of industrial and homey elements gives this basement a functional and inviting character.
Basement Laundry Area
Exposed wooden ceiling beams with visible pipes and wiring create an industrial, utilitarian look. The walls are painted white cinder block, contributing to a clean but unfinished basement atmosphere. A white utility sink with exposed plumbing sits beneath a small glass block window, allowing some natural light. Next to the sink stands a white front-loading washer and dryer set on a slightly raised platform. A black plastic bench and a portable dehumidifier soften the space’s practicality. The speckled light gray concrete floor adds durability, while the overall arrangement emphasizes function over style.
Listing Agent: Caroline Shelfer of Howard Hanna via Zillow