Saugus

Rent or Buy. Set at the end of a wooded cul-de-sac in Parkway Farms, this well-laid-out 4-bedroom home borders Breakheart Reservation, minutes from Boston and Logan Airport. Large windows draw in daylight, with treetop views from several vantage points. A pellet-stove-warmed family room, large kitchen with breakfast nook, and classic wainscoting, crown molding, and 9-foot ceilings give the home real character. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and full bath, while three bedrooms share a large full hall bath. Outside, the patio is perfect for barbecues and gatherings. Set on 1.29 acres, including a fenced garden, the grounds feel more like a country escape than a city so close to Boston. Available for sale or rent. This won't last long.