Their real estate agent gave his advice: “The house is just one part of the puzzle. Where you live—the neighborhood around you—must also feel like home.” And so it was, in 2018, that the buyers found themselves at the steps of this then-neglected home in a nurturing location. They started by refinishing the floors. Then they leveled the yard, planted grapevines, and began updating all the major systems. Next came the basement: a new bedroom, bathroom, and family room. All the plumbing and wiring was replaced; the entire house re-sided; insulation added throughout. In came a new kitchen and air conditioning. The garage was rebuilt, the bathroom remodeled, and backyard upgraded to a retreat. Now it’s your turn to stand at the steps—and dream.