Character and charm blend beautifully with modern amenities in this almost century-old home in secluded enclave of Merion Station. Preserved architectural elements speak volumes of beauty, while abundant upgrades meet demands and desires of today's lifestyle. Relish new kitchen, new bathroom, new flooring, freshly painted BRs and recently painted and dry-locked basement. Stone and stucco exterior is edged with Wedgewood blue trim. Side patio offers privacy and shade with stone pillars marking entrance to lovely sunroom. Wall of windows graces front wall with wainscoting below, while French doors with stain glass window above adorns one wall and matching stain glass window appears on opposite wall. Slate floor lends texture, while white-painted stone wall keeps room bright. Haven to relax! Great front-to-back floor plan with rooms easily interconnected. Appreciate deep inset windows, millwork around doorways, crystal door knobs, 6" baseboards, exposed radiators with decorative casing, original wood staircase and more! 1st level features expansive LR/FR with new wood flooring in deep rich finish. Angled on wall is original stone wood-burning FP with adjacent windows that offer glimpses of sunroom. Nook below staircase begs for curio cabinet or grandfather clock. Beyond LR/FR is DR and kitchen. DR offers 4 windows and chair rail. Kitchen is completely renovated and gorgeous! Maple cabinets with contemporary brushed nickel hardware, granite countertops, and SS Frigidaire appliances set the bar high and yet there's more. Huge, wide center island with sink offers bar stools that tuck neatly underneath and separate coffee/prep counter space nestled off side of kitchen underneath 3 original lead glass window adds extra footage and cabinets. Fabulous entertaining space between 3 rooms! Upper level features 3BRs/1 Bath. Both secondary BRs are spacious and feature original hardwood floors and ceiling fans. Hall bath is renovated and boasts Grecian white marble floor and sleek Shaker solid wood vanity with matching mirror. Full tub/shower combination. Hall also features walk-in and linen closets. Master is huge with retreat area as well as spacious bedroom, half wall of closets and 3 windows. Plus, 1-car garage and extra parking via side St. Ideally located, this home is walkable to Narberth Train Station and public transportation, mins. to City Line Ave. , Rt. 76, Rt. 476 and Rt. 1, 10 mins. to Main Line and 20 mins. to Center City Phil. Home is a charmer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
2,400 sq ftLot Size
$401Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Michael Milligan• Century 21 Emerald
•302-798-1000 (broker)
•mike@emeraldc21.com (broker)
Bought with Christie Paine• BHHS Fox & Roach-Gladwyne