Inviting & spacious Upham Park split provides the comfortable feel of home, plus the flexibility to suit any lifestyle. A well-loved gem that may need updates but is move-in ready & has the distinct advantage of offering the ease of single-level living w/added bonus of a fab lower level that extends your living area w/its fireplaced game room, bonus room, ½ bath, laundry, gar access w/mudroom, & unique workshop w/full walk-out. Generous main level boasts lovely living space, beautifully accented by hardwd floors, wood trim & a truly gracious flow. LR has cozy fp, bow window & flows seamlessly to DR where you can step either into kit, fully equipped w/stainless appliances, or through a door to sun-splashed FR w/wall of windows that afford serene, wooded views. FR also opens to kit & has access to a large deck. Also on 1st level: primary BR w/ensuite bath, 2 BRs & full bath. All this in a sought-after location on Melrose/Saugus line. School system is Saugus.