1st Time on the Market in Almost 20 Years! Circa 1900 Classic Stone Victorian in Sought-After East Falls with Restored Original Architectural Details & Hardwood Floors, Extensive Updates Inside & Out, Central Air, Covered Front Porch, Fenced Rear Garden & Rare 1st-Floor Laundry/Mudroom & More! Welcome to 3454 Ainslie Street, a charming 2-story stone home lovingly maintained & updated by the same owner since 2007! Offering 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, gorgeous original hardwood floors throughout, gas heat, central air conditioning, an inviting covered front porch, gated & fenced rear yard with grass, native pollinator plants, flowers & patio, a spacious basement & an exceptional combination of historic character & modern conveniences. Beautifully preserved & restored original architectural details include hardwood floors, millwork, moldings, built-ins, glass French doors, original doors, brass doorknobs, Lion front door knocker & decorative hardware that reflect the craftsmanship of this circa 1900 home. The inviting vestibule opens to a spacious, light-filled living room with a decorative fireplace mantel, flowing seamlessly into the dining room & updated eat-in kitchen, creating an open & inviting layout for everyday living & entertaining. The updated eat-in kitchen features Maple Shaker-style cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel undermount sink, faucet & cabinet hardware, LED under-cabinet lighting, flooring & appliances including a Samsung 5-burner gas range/convection oven, GE microwave, Bosch dishwasher & Frigidaire refrigerator/freezer. A rare & desirable 1st-floor laundry/mudroom features a Samsung washer & dryer that brings everyday convenience to the main level, a feature hard to find in East Falls homes. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms with original hardwood floors & a renovated full bath featuring a bathtub/shower combination, updated vanity, sink, faucet, toilet, wall & floor tile, shower fixtures, ventilation fan, recessed lighting & sconces. The large, wide-open basement with windows & workshop offers exceptional flexibility for a playroom for kids & pets, fitness studio, creative workspace, hobbies, storage & more. Enjoy outdoor living on the covered front porch, beautifully improved with Mahogany wood decking & railings, or retreat to the private, fenced & gated rear garden featuring a grassy lawn, permeable stone patio, native pollinator plants, flowering gardens, stone steps, black aluminum & chain-link fencing, and thoughtfully planted garden beds that attract pollinators throughout the growing season. Extensive updates include the kitchen, bath, roof, gutters, downspouts, soffits, fascia, windows, gas heating & central air systems, programmable thermostat, gas hot water heater, 100-amp electrical panel, updated wiring with knob & tube removed, interior plumbing, sewer line, plumbing stack & drains, interior painting, lighting, appliances, washer & dryer, front porch improvements with tropical hardwood decking & coordinating railings, permeable rear patio, stone steps, handrails, fencing, landscaping & more. The location is exceptional! Enjoy everything East Falls has to offer, with easy access to the East Falls SEPTA Regional Rail station for a quick commute to Center City. Walk to the Falls of Schuylkill Library, Vault + Vine, McMichael Park, Thomas Mifflin School & Penn Charter, with Germantown Friends School also nearby. Just minutes to neighborhood favorites including In Riva, Founded Pizza, Wissahickon Brewing Company, Fiorino, Weavers Way Co-op, Jefferson University, local restaurants, cafés & pubs. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby Kelly Drive, the Schuylkill River Trail, Wissahickon Valley Park & Fairmount Park. Convenient access to Lincoln Drive, Center City, 30th Street Station, major hospitals, universities & Philadelphia Airport. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, estimated 2027 property taxes are only $3332 annually! Don't miss this extraordinary home on an amazing block!

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC



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