$419,900

Welcome to 209 Lydale Place, Meriden! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offers the perfect blend of classic charm, modern updates, and an exceptional location. Situated on a quiet, friendly street that's perfect for neighborhood walks, this move-in-ready home provides convenient access to the Merritt Parkway, I-91, I-84, shopping, restaurants, parks, and schools. Step inside to a bright and inviting open floor plan featuring gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a spacious living room anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The beautifully remodeled kitchen is the heart of the home, boasting quartz countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, a large center island, newer Bosch dishwasher, and seamless flow into the formal dining room with elegant chair rail detailing and custom built-ins-ideal for entertaining family and friends. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and beautifully updated bathrooms. Additional improvements include newer Harvey windows, a newer roof, central air conditioning, fresh interior and exterior paint, a whole-house water filtration system, newer dual-function washer and dryer, and a new dual-wall oil tank installed in 2025, offering added efficiency and peace of mind. The partially finished walk-out basement provides outstanding flexibility and can easily serve as a recreation room, family room, home gym, office, or additional living space while still offering plenty of storage. The oversized two-car attached garage includes a 220-volt outlet, making it ready for electric vehicle charging. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat featuring a spacious deck overlooking the yard and a built-in fire pit-perfect for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying beautiful New England evenings. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated throughout, this exceptional home combines comfort, functionality, and a prime commuter location in one of Meriden's most desirable neighborhoods. 209 Lydale Place is truly move-in ready and waiting for its next owners to call it home.