Welcome to this charming, light-filled 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 786 sq ft of efficient living space on a private 5,300-sq-ft lot. The original hardwood floors flow through the living room, dining area, and both bedrooms. The highly functional kitchen features contemporary cabinetry, an updated gas stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, and a built-in microwave. The updated stacked washer-dryer are conveniently located in a separate laundry. Double-pane windows feature throughout, with each bedroom designed with dual windows to provide natural light and capture comfortable cross-breezes. The home solves typical storage challenges with a pull-down ladder granting access to a spacious attic. Mechanicals include a reliable gas forced-air furnace housed in an accessible crawl space. Outside, an elevated east-facing front deck offers leafy terrestrial views. The fully fenced private backyard features a well-maintained lawn, an inviting patio for entertaining, and an 8' x 10' garden shed updated in 2023. This property balances a quiet residential atmosphere with incredible urban convenience in the Maple Leaf community. Convenient commuter access to downtown via I-5 Express Lanes and Northgate Link Light Rail (1.2 miles away) is balanced with local amenities. You are just one block from Sacagawea Playground and a short stroll to Maple Leaf Reservoir Park and less than 0.5 miles to Roosevelt Way NE's beloved coffee shops, bakery, restaurants and hardware store