Welcome to this 1948-built Center Hall Colonial in a prime Sussex location! Exquisite brickwork and a classic sandstone archway create an impressive exterior, inviting you into elegant main rooms that showcase original character. The rare primary suite features vaulted ceilings, a dressing room with a vintage dressing table, ample closets, and ensuite bathroom. A 'Jack and Jill' bath connects two other bedrooms, while a private rear suite is perfect for guests or a teen retreat. The versatile first floor includes an additional room ideal as an office, playroom, or library with a hidden wet-bar. The kitchen will delight any chef, featuring a Wolf stainless gas range and pull-out butcher's block for expanded workspace. Enjoy a charming breakfast room with a bay window and a full wall of cupboards for additional serving space. Both the formal dining room and gracious living room are filled with natural light from large windows, with the living room anchored by a sophisticated marble fireplace. Thoughtful updates include: newer windows (2019), renovated basement (2020), remodeled guest bathroom (2024), and a new HVAC system (2024). Entertain or relax in the fully fenced yard (2025), or enjoy the inviting screened-in porch surrounded by shrubs for privacy. The attached garage features a new epoxy floor, electric car charger, and WiFi-enabled door openers-all updated in 2025. Situated on a larger corner lot, this property offers ample outdoor space, while the Sussex playgrounds are conveniently located right across the street for additional recreation. Enjoy the best of the area with the Van Aken District within walking distance, plus easy access to highways, shopping centers, and downtown Cleveland, just a short drive away. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home that seamlessly blends timeless elegance, modern updates, and original charm in one of the neighborhood's most coveted locations.