When traversing the urban core of Central Missoula, one could be forgiven the oversight of not noticing the well-established pocket neighborhoods that are tucked away among the commercial corridors. Along South Russell Street in Mid-Town, thoughtfully chosen, intentional traffic barriers have been put in place along the perimeter of a well-established region that dates back to the 1950's, preserving the quietude of a simpler time, and allowing safe, easy-going, pedestrian-friendly access to nearby modern shopping and dining amenities!In a landscape of traditional designs, 1536 West Kent Avenue is a peerless, vibrant and colorful stand-out, whose wee, covered Front Porch yields to the threshold and into the realm of living life on such a large scale, that it belies its modest facade. The lengthy, luxurious scope of the Living Room is impressive, and the full-length picture window allows an abundance of natural light in, letting it showcase the gorgeous, refinished Oak Hardwood Floors. In 2007 the previous owner re-purposed two of the original 3 bedrooms, removing a wall, and the sense of place in this dominate space is noteworthy, offering built-ins and storage galore. The remaining bedroom located within the original wing, is currently utilized as a Home Office, featuring a pleasant Periwinkle Blue palette and Creamy White trim. In 2017, the current owner gutted a majority of the original Hall Bathroom to the studs, replacing the old plumbing, re-glazing the original Bathtub, and then installing gorgeous tiled floors and tiled Backsplashes, adding distinctive wainscoting, and crowning the space with new cabinetry and granite countertops! The scale of the earlier remodel transitioned beautifully with the expansion of the original, small Kitchen, turning it into a large, comfortable, European-inspired Country Kitchen, replete with wood laminate floors, exposed wood beams, Cherry Cabinetry, Faux-Glazed Hard-Surface counter tops, the installation of a large, beviled, stained glass Chandelier, and sliding glass door access to the bountious rear yard. The remodeling continued with the addition of an altogether indulgent En Suite Master Bedroom, featuring richly hued wood laminate flooring, a whimsical room divider and a beautiful Spa-Like Bathroom. Recent additions to this space offers a cozy, free-standing gas stove, and a Split-Type Air Conditioning unit that keeps these luxuriant quarters comfortable, no matter the Season! The full, Unfinished Basement offers tremendous opportunity to develop another 1.100' of living space, and the only limit would be your imagination, as there's good scale on the ceiling height, and ample storage already in place. Located just off of the fully remodeled Kitchen is the access to the finished, insulated garage and the ultra handy Ground-Level Laundry Room. While the intent and the scale of the interior is beautifully appointed, there's no doubt that the sheer beauty and expanse of the back yard is going to capture your heart. With the recent installation of heavy duty Cedar Privacy Fencing along the back border, the Seller has carefully selected choice landscape elements, such as a Vine-Draped Arbor, the installation of raised garden beds, the thoughtful tending to the fruit-bearting Italian Plum Early Fuji Apple, and Bing Cherry Trees, along with established Blueberry and Strawberry patches. Soaring Douglas Fir Pines shade the grounds, and a charming Gazebo offers a cozy and private space for entertaining, while two large Garden Sheds enhance the landscape, while housing whatever tools and lawn care implements that you may need. While the back yard alone creates a true Urban Oasis, it's the overall presentation of this centrally located mid-Century Charmer that's sure to impress even the most discerning of buyers. As is the case with exceptional offerings, the Sellers wish that they could pick up this house and move it West with them in order to be near their family, but they are happy to pass along the torch to the next stewards of this atypical abode! Contact your real estate professional to schedule your private viewing, but be sure to give yourself time to savor this exceptional abode. It's that good!
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