Welcome to this beautifully updated, detached home nestled on a 30' X 120' lot on a quiet street within walking distance to the Bow River pathways, downtown & all of the restaurants, coffee shops, bars & wonderful amenities of Kensington! This character home retains its charm with beautiful hardwood throughout the main floor, 9' ceilings & adds in modern conveniences: walk-in front hall closet & gorgeous chef's kitchen with a huge expanse of granite counters, full height, cream cabinets, under-cabinet lighting & upscale stainless steel appliances. The huge living & dining rooms make this the perfect home for family living & entertaining. A main floor laundry, large mud room & powder room complete this floor. Imagine enjoying the sunset from your front verandah! Upstairs, you'll find a full bath & 2 large bedrooms including a master with adjoining den & access out to your private balcony with a fabulous downtown view! The unfinished basement has the perfect space for a home theatre/media room or kids' play area & has 3 small windows. Recent upgrades include: high efficiency furnace & hot water tank, 100 amp electrical service, shingles, stucco, upgraded insulation, some newer windows, built-in speakers, lots of pot lights, electric fireplace & much more! Add in parking for 3 vehicles at the back of your private yard & you have an amazing place to call home!