Victorian

Welcome to this Historic Spruce Hill Queen Anne Victorian. A home filled with original details, and renovated with thoughtful, modern amenities. This 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath twin is part of the Chester-Regent Historic District designed by famed Philadelphia architect Willis Hale and located on mature tree-lined pedestrian-favorite blocks. The property is in prime location next to Clark Park, the heartbeat of the neighborhood. Walk out your door one block away to visit the Farmer’s Market every Saturday morning and popular Baltimore Avenue, with eclectic shops and dining. Hop on the trolley at the corner, walk, or bike for a car-free commute to University City (Penn, Drexel, HUP, CHOP, etc.) and downtown. As you enter the home, you will be greeted by a lush front garden leading up to the covered wraparound front porch, set back from the street. The historic wood-paneled entry vestibule with original mosaic floor tiles and William Morris wallpaper leads you into a formal entry hall with views of the staircase and a stunning carved wood newel post. Soaring 12’ high ceilings on the first floor, 10’ high ceilings on the others, and large updated windows fill the home with light and spaciousness. Original details abound such as 10’ high cherry wood pocket doors, plaster crown moldings, and oak flooring. A recently restored working fireplace with original decorative tiles makes the living room the most delightful winter cozy space. A powder room and storage for coats and shoes are discreetly tucked behind the stairwell. The formal dining room provides plenty of space for entertaining. The modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and custom-made butcher-block top island opens to a cheerful breakfast room that looks out through newly installed Andersen full glass doors onto a spacious back garden. The front, rear and side gardens feature a range of mature shrubs, ornamental trees, and seasonal rotation of delightful perennials and native plants, many acquired from nearby Bartram’s Garden. The home has been modernized with newly installed central A/C, insulation blown into wall and floor cavities, 200 amp. elec. panel, tankless water heater, plaster repairs throughout, and laundry on the 2 nd floor. The bedrooms on the upper floors have been used for various functions, including a family TV room, office, and exercise space, all generously sized (200 sq. ft.) with closets. A former 2nd floor bedroom was converted into a large spa-like master bath suite with Kohler soaking tub, tiled shower, double vanity and plenty of closet space. An original 3rd floor bathroom features a clawfoot bathtub and pedestal sink. There is ample storage space with a renovated, pristine attic space with skylight that brings light through the stairwell. The basement is organized and accessible with high head-height and newer clerestory windows. This home has been meticulously renovated and maintained by the current owners and prior owner over the last 25 years with care and professional expertise. A true gem and rare opportunity for a move-in ready forever home in Spruce Hill.