Weekend open houses

Whether you’re new to the Metro Boston area or are just looking for a change of scenery, you’ve got plenty of options when it comes to finding a place to live. Here are a few randomly selected places hosting open house events this weekend, from houses Concord to condos in Downtown Boston.

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4 Mclean St., Wellesley

Listed Price: $920,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 2,668

The skinny: 4 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms

This pretty Colonial has large living, dining, and family rooms and hardwood floors throughout. The family room includes a fireplace. There are three spacious bedrooms and one master suite with its own dressing room and bathroom. The house’s updated kitchen features a dishwasher, large breakfast area, and an outside deck. The lower level rooms can be converted into play rooms or office spaces. The property includes a two-car garage and fenced-in yard.

Open house: Sept. 7, noon—1:30 p.m.

Sept. 8, noon—2 p.m.

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5 Saint James Place, Roxbury

Listed Price: $249,900

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 1,232

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

This modern, single family townhouse is located minutes away from public transportation and Boston’s vibrant downtown area. It offers three floors of living space, including a finished basement. Other features include an open floor plan, a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite accents, central air, and bamboo floors.

Open house: Sept. 8, noon—1 p.m.

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144 Mt. Vernon Ave., Melrose

Listed Price: $400,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 2,500

The skinny: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

This lovely Victorian-detailed home sits on 0.13 acres of land, providing space for a garage, back deck, and big back yard. It also includes hardwood floors, a living room with a fireplace, French doors, and high ceilings. There is a basement and an attic that can both be converted into additional bedrooms, play rooms, or offices. The house is located close to public transportation.

Open house: Sept. 8, 1 p.m.—2:30 p.m.

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69 Worcester St., South End, Boston

Listed Price: $439,000

Property type: Co-op/condo

Square footage: 694

The skinny: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

With permitted parking on the street, hardwood floors, and high ceilings, this condo in the heart of the South End is a hidden gem. There’s a small balcony off of the bedroom and an en-suite washer and dryer. If you don’t plan to make use of that parking spot, the unit is located near the T.

Open house: Sept. 8, noon.—2 p.m.

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1319 Monument St., Concord

Listed Price: $1,299,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 2,896

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 3½ bathrooms

This stunning house in Concord has style inside and out. Its 2-acre grounds are professionally landscaped and provide easy access to nature trails. Inside, there are three fireplaces, a library, and combination kitchen and family room. The finished lower level includes two rooms and a bathroom.

Open house: Sept. 8, 1 p.m.—2:30 p.m.

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86 Glendower Road, Hyde Park

Listed Price: $479,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 1,740

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 1½ bathrooms

This sunny Colonial has a generous, landscaped yard and two-car garage. Large living and dining rooms flow into an enclosed sun porch, and the renovated kitchen leads out to a patio. On the second floor, there are two large bedrooms, one smaller bedroom, a walk-in closet, and full bath. A walk-up attic also provides the possibility of expansion.

Open house: Sept. 8, noon—1:30 p.m.

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36 Hillcrest Road, Needham

Listed Price: $749,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 2,012

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms

This periwinkle palace features a master bedroom with a bathroom, vaulted ceilings, and a skylight. A second bedroom features a loft space. The kitchen has been updated with granite accents, and the entire house has hardwood floors. It’s located walking distance from public transportation, a golf course, and shops.

Open house: Sept. 8, noon—2:30 p.m.

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10 Birch Road, Natick

Listed Price: $500,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 2,119

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

This Colonial home has recently had renovations done to its roof, fiber siding, windows, furnace, and central air. It has a kitchen with an island, a two-tier outdoor deck, and a fireplace in the living room. The upstairs includes a spacious family room and laundry room.

Open house: Sept. 7, 9:45 a.m.—11 a.m.

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74 Fletcher Road, Woburn

Listed Price: $429,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 1,824

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

This bright Dutch/gambrel house is convenient to Route 128 and public transportation. It has an underground, one car garage. Inside, the house features a front to back living room with a fireplace, recessed lighting, and crown molding. The floors are all hardwood, and the first floor includes an office. There is a granite kitchen that leads out to a new deck and fenced-in yard.

Open house: Sept. 8, 1 p.m..—2:30 p.m.

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33 Southbourne Road, Forest Hills

Listed Price: $649,000

Property type: Single family

Square footage: 1,672

The skinny: 3 bedrooms, 2½ bathrooms

This elegant, gabled house has been renovated and brought into the 21st century. The living room features a fireplace and built-in bookcases. In the kitchen, there are custom-made cabinets and brand new appliances. The master bedroom includes a spa-like bath. The back yard features manicured gardens and two mahogany decks.

Open house: Sept. 7, 11:30 a.m.—1 p.m.

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