Property Description

Here’s your chance to purchase what everyone has been looking for… Quality construction built with the craftsmanship of another era, enough space to fit everything you cherish, and a location that feels lush and suburban still conveniently located – blocks away from public transportation and just 6 miles to Center City. Charm abounds in this spacious and gracious property that combines elegance and comfort with formal and casual spaces, both inside and out. A stately facade, manicured rolling front lawn and thoughtfully tended plantings come together to impress upon arrival. Just inside is the newly tiled Foyer with coat closet with the classic center hall wood staircase. To the left is the expansive Living Room featuring the original wood flooring and anchored by a stately stone, wood burning fireplace and mantel. Windows with deep sills provide views of the front and back lawns. The French doors on either side of the FP provide additional light and lead the way into the lovely Sun Porch overlooking the back yard and front yards creating an inviting extension of the living space and the perfect setting for relaxing, reading or playing. On the other side of the foyer is the Formal Dining Room with wood floors, a series of story book windows and front windows with extra deep sills. The transition from this room to the kitchen has the best surprise! A full Butlers Pantry with original painted cabinetry: glass upper cabinetry and wood lower cabinets with wood counter and shelving above. Perfect for serving from the kitchen to the living room and provides storage for your serving pieces or kitchen equipment. The large window and antique light fixture provide illumination and lead the way to the large Kitchen. The kitchen offers timeless wood cabinetry, gas range, dishwasher and stainless sink with plenty of space for gathering and dining. The large windows and door provide the views and direct access to the patio and back yard making outdoor cooking and dining a breeze. The 2nd Fl. Feat. 4 ample bedrooms with wood floors, closets with built in shelves, and charming details: vintage wallpaper, crystal doorknobs, and lovely views from each room. The Hall Closet provides space for your extra linens and towels. The newly refinished hall Full Bathroom feat. new white tile floor, new toilet, mirror and a tub shower. The sink vanity feat. plenty of storage. The next Bonus Space is the walk-up attic. The wide-open space allows light to stream in from large windows on 3 sides and provides beautiful views. The eaves would be perfect for storage too. The plumbing for 2 radiators on either end of the attic space as well as the drain lines for another bathroom make the potential for another floor of living space! The Basement level is yet another wide-open space with windows and Bilko doors that lead out to the back yard. This space would be wonderful for a play or game room, exercise area, craft area or all the above. There is also a brand-new laundry tub and full-size washer and dryer and the drain rough-in for a toilet make this yet another potential living floor. If you prefer being outside you have your Backyard Oasis with patio space large enough to seat 6+, planting beds, a large flat lush back yard and a 2-car garage that has built in shelves for storage too. Purchase this property and you will have a gem that is appreciated for generations to come. Make your mark – Make it yours!

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