On a coveted Newton Ctre street, equidistant to Newton Ctre & Highlands T & shops, this beautiful home, thoroughly updated by its current owners of 29 yrs, is well-designed for comfortable living & entertaining. Entry foyer leads to expansive living/entertaining spaces w/hardwood flrs & brilliant sunlight. The front-to-back living room w/fireplace is overlooking mature plantings & a private level backyard. Chef's kitchen w/custom cabinetry, granite counters & a large dining area w/gorgeous backyard views, opens into the formal dining room that accommodates an oversized table, to the enclosed porch/sunroom & to the fenced-in private serene yard, ideal for gatherings w/family & friends. Off the dining rm, an office/sitting rm has front & back windows.The renovated half-bath completes the 1st fl. The 2nd fl includes three generously-sized BRs w/large closets & a tastefully renovated full bathroom. The large semi-finished LL w/abundant storage offers space for a playrm, gym & recreation rm