Numerous features about this property make it a truly one-of-a-kind rare gem in Philadelphia!
It’s an opportunity to own land in the heart of Philadelphia that offers a great outdoor garden area where you can relax or entertain in addition to a beautiful three bedroom, two and a half bath townhouse that is only attached on two sides. It has no HOA fees and an 8 year tax abatement which ensures you won’t face any extra costs or surprise increases and the location is absolutely perfect! Although you can pull your car directly in front of the gated entryway to conveniently unload groceries, purchases and luggage when needed, there is no through traffic on the street which offers a serene, peaceful and suburban-like setting enabling you to get plenty of rest while being just steps away from the action, night life, theatre and some of the best shops and restaurants in the city. Two parks are located nearby, one of which has a large playground and separate dog park. Broad Street and the Kimmel Theatre are less than a 5 min walk away as well.
The townhouse itself is a unique blend of both old and new so if offers the benefits of updates with accents that highlight the historical charm of Philadelphia.
An old brick gated entry way leads into the large welcoming garden area. The first floor offers a living space that has a large window that overlooks the garden and floods the living room with natural light. There is also a wood-burning fireplace and French doors that lead out to a private alleyway where you can store bikes or use as added space for gardening and replanting. Off the main living area is a step-down chef’s kitchen that has high-end Bertazzoni appliances including a 5 burner range,
Microwave, refrigerator and cabinet-covered dishwasher in addition to tall cabinets for added storage and marble countertops.
The second floor is dedicated to a large master bedroom that has French doors that lead out to a Juliet balcony that overlooks the garden in addition to an updated bathroom with oversized walk-in shower and two closets in the hall. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms in addition to an updated hall bath with soaking tub. Although the bedrooms have central AC and Heating, they also have their own AC/Heating mini-split units for nights when a little extra cooling or heating may be needed to ensure the temperature always remains ideal even on the top floor.
The basement offers a washer and dryer, plenty of room for extra storage, a half bath and some of the original stone walls of the house. The property is loaded with upgrades. All of the following items are just over one and a half years old: The HVAC unit, water heater, washer, dryer, roof, AC/Heating mini-splits, plumbing fixtures, sump pump and all of the kitchen appliances. There is also designer carpeting on the stairs. The main water pipe leading from the street to the house has also been replaced with a safer lead-free pipe. Train, bus and subway systems are just steps away giving you easy access to every direction in the city.
The property can be purchased unfurnished or with all of the interior furnishings included for an added fee so it’s truly move-in ready. It’s a perfect opportunity for someone who wants to move right in and start enjoying spring in the city or, given its close proximity to major tourist sites, businesses, and health and educational institutions, it’s also a great investment opportunity for someone who wants to rent.
It’s just blocks away from Jefferson Hospital & medical school, The Sidney Kimmel Cancer center and medical school, Will’s eye hospital, the subway stop that goes to UPenn.
With regard to parking, there are lots nearby that offer leases for long term parking. Depending on their individual availability, one small lot that has potential parking is located at the end of the block as well as two other lots that are a 4 min walk away. Call Irene at 267-752-0567
