$2,500 · Bright Upper Floor, 2bdrm, 1 bath, near Cloverdale/Uptown. Cats okay

Available Feb 27. 10 minute walk to Uptown, one block to Rutledge park. Driveway space for two cars plus street parking. Yard for kids to play. Dishwasher, wood fireplace, yes the bathroom has a tub. You pay half of electrical ($40-70/mo), half of water/sewer ($50-60/mo) and all the heating oil (price varies, you control the thermostat, likely $1000 once per year) internet, cable. Responsive local landlord pays for garbage collection and mows the lawn. Amenities that are shared with friendly basement suite (they've been there 8 years) include: yard with garden space if you want it, lockable detached garage to store bikes and other items (kayaks, Christmas tree, deep freeze), laundry washer/dryer and laundry line. Backyard not completely fenced and carpet less than 5 years old so I'd be reluctant to accept a dog, but open to negotiate about a small one. Please respond with a little bit about what you need/want and who you are