6520 W Franklin St

Completely renovated and significantly expanded in 2023–2024, this home blends the charm of a classic brick Cape Cod with the scale, flow, and livability of a true two-story residence. Professionally designed with thoughtfully curated finishes throughout, the renovation and addition create a home with a level of space, design, and quality rarely found in the neighborhood. Inside, the layout opens beautifully for everyday living and entertaining. The front living room with wood-burning fireplace creates a warm sitting area before opening into the expansive kitchen, dining, and family room spaces, all finished with hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen is a standout, featuring a large island, peninsula seating, quartz countertops, gas range, double wall ovens, wine cooler, abundant cabinetry, and prep pantry and coffee bar area that adds both style and functionality. The family room is equally impressive, anchored by a dramatic stone gas fireplace, custom cabinetry, floating wood shelving, and a built-in dry bar. French doors open directly to the outdoor living spaces, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow ideal for entertaining. The first floor also includes a private guest bedroom suite with full bath, a sun-filled office with separate access to the patio, and a mudroom with slate flooring, built-in cubbies, powder room, and direct access to the covered patio. Upstairs features three additional bedrooms including a stunning primary suite with gas fireplace, dual custom walk-in closets, and a beautifully appointed marble bath with double vanity and frameless glass shower. A full laundry room and additional hall bath complete the second level. Outdoor living is exceptional. The expansive wraparound patio offers multiple entertaining areas including a covered lounge with metal roof, a large open terrace, and a gas fire pit seating area, with multiple access points from the home. The spacious fenced backyard and landscaped grounds feature hardscaping, irrigation, landscape lighting, and an oversized storage shed.