Beautiful and Smart opportunity to make this three-story brownstone that is nestled in the heart of Passyunk Square and located within the Fanny Coppin Jackson School District your own. Lovingly held by one owner for more than 80 years, this well-maintained home offers timeless character, generous space, and an exceptional opportunity to create your own masterpiece with some elbow grease.
The home immediately welcomes you with outstanding curb appeal, a sunny façade, and a classic brick exterior. A charming vestibule opens into a bright and spacious interior featuring intricate parquet floors, soaring ceilings, and expansive living areas perfect for entertaining and enjoying everyday life. Through elegant French doors, you enter a formal dining area and eat-in kitchen recently finished with custom oak cabinetry, sleek countertops, generous pantry space, stainless steel appliances, and ceramic tile finishes. The kitchen opens directly to a backyard patio, ideal for summer barbecues or dining alfresco.
An original and grand staircases leads to the second and third floors, where the home’s generous proportions continue. The second level offers three spacious bedrooms filled with natural light, along with original plank hardwood floors that can be restored to their former luster. A full retro-style tiled bathroom adds to the home’s vintage appeal. The third floor features two additional oversized bedrooms, middle bedroom once was a mini Kitchen and includes another full retro-tiled bath and access to a private deck. With your creativity this space could offer endless possibilities, including a rooftop deck or other creative enhancements.
The full, clean basement offers excellent ceiling height and valuable additional space that can be finished to suit your needs. It also includes a Weil-McLain heating system and well-maintained utilities. Rich in history, character, and potential, this remarkable home is ready for its next chapter.
Location is everything, just steps away from the beautiful Columbus Square and Dog park this residence also places you just steps away from Philadelphia's finest dining and cultural experiences. Enjoy the best local fare, including Burrata, Ippolito's Fish Market, Green Eggs, Victor's Café, Mighty Bread, and the James Beard award-winning Palizzi Club. Explore the acclaimed cafés of East Passyunk Avenue, along with convenient shopping options at Acme and CVS. With gigantic walkable score that requires no car, this vibrant community invites you to experience all it has to offer. If you need transportation we are 1 block from the Broad street Orange line! Don’t miss the opportunity to make this extraordinary home your own and be a part of the thriving Passyunk Square community—a true neighborhood gem!
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Price
$499,000
Days On Site
5 Days
Bedrooms
5
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,476 sqft
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
0.02 Acres
Year Built
1920
MLS Number
PAPH2682122
Status
Active
Property Tax
$5,585
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
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2 days ago
Listing updated with changes from the MLS
5 days ago
Status changed to Active
5 days ago
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General Features
Acres
0.02
Cross Street
13th
Foundation
Brick/Mortar
Levels
Three Or More
Parking
On Street
Property Sub Type
Townhouse
Sewer
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances
Standard
SqFt Above
1476
SqFt Total
1476
Style
Straight Thru
Water Source
Public
Zoning
RSA5
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Basement
Full
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)Electric
Heating
Natural GasHot Water
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Exterior Features
Pool Features
None
Community Features
MLS Area
19147 (19147)
School District
PHILADELPHIA CITY
Schools
School District
PHILADELPHIA CITY
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut