3258 Mercer St, Philadelphia, PA 19134

On a quiet Port Richmond block sits this lovely and immaculately maintained right-sized rowhome. Original pine floors set the stage for crisp white gallery-like walls to display art, photos and the next owner's personal touches, which will simply add to the natural charm of this home. The bright open-plan first floor is lined with windows, allowing tons of natural light all the way through. The large living area has plenty of room for both an entertainment center and a work-from-home space. There's a designated dining area with two big windows and a peninsula with breakfast bar connecting it to the kitchen. Just like the rest of the home, the kitchen is spacious and has a spot for everything, including a built-in wine rack among the cabinets. Earth-toned granite countertops pair nicely with the stone tile backsplash alongside stainless steel appliances and stylish glass globe light fixture and pendant. For more storage space, basement access is just off the dining room and includes a laundry area and utility sink. Beyond the kitchen is a mudroom with a full bath, perfect for storing pantry items and gardening tools and for freshening up after working in the perimeter planting beds in the back yard. There's also a breezeway that leads directly out to the street for bikes and trash cans. Back inside, the three bedrooms are all nicely sized, bright and have ample storage, including a bonus nook above each closet. The highlight of the second floor, though, is the shrine to self care that is the bathroom. It features a deep stand-alone soaking tub plus an extra-wide walk-in shower, both with pretty charcoal tile surround, and a sleek white vanity. (Real talk, you may want a do not disturb sign for the door. ) This location offers plenty of options for commuters; multiple trolley and bus lines are all within a few blocks in addition to I-95. Castor and Aramingo aves are both nearby, offering all the big-box retail you'll need for any home projects or family gatherings, plus plenty of the requisite mom-and-pop shops that help make up the fabric of every Philly neighborhood.