This historic Chardon Square century home, brimming with character and nostalgia, presents a unique opportunity for those seeking to create their dream living space. Steeped in history, it's ideally located just steps from the vibrant atmosphere of Chardon Square. This 4-bed, 2-bath home blends classic charm with practical updates. Enjoy the enduring beauty of hardwood floors through most rooms, complemented by charming built-in cupboards. Practical upgrades include vinyl siding (2001) for low-maintenance living, and a large side porch off the kitchen. The main floor offers flex-space living with two rooms currently used as bedrooms, one featuring a closet and another, a former enclosed sunporch, that now boasts a wall-mounted vent-free gas heater, though it lacks a closet. A full bath on this level adds convenience. The eat-in kitchen, accessible from a side porch, includes a laundry room and pantry for ease. From the kitchen, flow to the dining room with elegant pocket doors leading to the living room, featurning a cozy gas stove with new logs (2018), along with the front entrance to North Hambden Street. Upstairs, discover three bedrooms, including the primary bedroom, and with the second full bathroom complete with a bathtub. The walk-in attic/high-ceiling crawl space offers spacious, easily accessible storage. Beyond the living areas, the unfinished basement is extra-deep, heated, and hosts the boiler system, a Kinetico water softener, and a workroom/workbench area for projects and additional storage. A unique feature is the attached garage, which includes a second garage connected internally and offering extended length. This exceptional property boasts a spacious 3/4-acre lot in the heart of the city center, providing a beautiful backdrop of grass and mature trees for outdoor enjoyment. Embrace the opportunity to transform this historic home into a treasured haven for your family and cultivate your own peaceful garden in this charming Chardon setting.