This rare exquisite Victorian Second Empire Style Home framed by majestic mature trees will take your breath away! All central features you would expect in this architectural beauty greet you immediately including the Mansard Roof, Four Sided Gambrel, Flat Main Roof Pierced by Dormer Windows and Floor to Ceiling windows! This home is absolutely stunning! A dramatic front porch frames the front of this home and Authentic French doors welcome you into the home! Step into the majestic center hall with the main focal point of the grand original staircase to the 2nd floor, hardwood floors and soaring ceiling! Step to your left through French Doors to the Stately Formal Living Room full of bright natural sunlight from an abundance of windows including floor to ceiling windows, hardwood flooring, faux fireplace & 9+ ft. ceilings! The front of this amazing room overlooks the charming front porch & the rear ~ beautiful mature trees and landscaping. To the right ~ through yet another set of authentic French Doors you will find the grand formal dining room overlooking the front porch, warm hardwood flooring, floor to ceiling windows, radiant floor heat & a view to the family room & amazing kitchen! Pocket doors separate the formal dining room from the family room! Family room is inviting allowing for intimate conversation w/ hardwood floors, radiant floor heat, two closets featuring the original six panel doors, a renovated 1/2 bath w/ floor to ceiling cedar wall, ~hidden~ television & exit to the charming covered brick side porch perfect for unwinding! The completely renovated kitchen will absolutely inspire you to discover & create all of your inner culinary styles! You will find hardwood flooring, radiant floor heat, lit cabinets, a vast island complete with sink & seating, stainless steel Electrolux ICON Dual Fuel Gas Range, built in stainless steel microwave & dishwasher, pendant & recessed lighting! This amazing open 1st level space will make all of your entertaining absolutely perfect! Move onto the 2nd floor where you will find 4 large bedrooms. The Main Bedroom features a Main Bathroom w/ custom walk in subway tiled shower, radiant heated floors, claw foot tub, double sinks, laundry room, wall to wall closet unit, walk in closet and an exit to the quaint 2nd floor covered deck overlooking the Summer Kitchen! What a fabulous place to curl up w/ a book & your morning coffee or evening wine! This Main Bedroom Suite features 9+ ft ceilings, warm hardwood flooring, back stairs to the 3rd level & will make your evening retreat amazing! Additionally there are three very large bedrooms, complete w/ large windows, hardwood floors, soaring ceilings & a renovated hall bath w/ hardwood flooring, custom walk in shower with subway tile & linen closet! The 3rd FULL level of this beautiful unique home features an additional 5 Rooms ready to become additional living space. There is limited electric & no heating on this level, but amazing natural light from an abundance of windows, hardwood flooring & high ceilings. This home also features 4 off street parking spaces, 1.8 Acres, Public Sewer/Water & walk out basement! But there is so much more! An inviting and unique Summer Kitchen with a Large fireplace in this beautiful building. This would make a fabulous place to create! You will also find bilco doors leading to a root cellar just dreaming of becoming your wine cellar! Amazing architecture in amazing Phoenixville! Original doors/hardware, beveled glass in the windows, deep window sills, soaring ceilings, warm original hardwood flooring & bright sunshine in every room! This home, built in 1876, is the perfect definition of a perfect blend of charming history meeting modern conveniences! You will enjoy strolling your brick walkways to your home each day, relaxing on either of the two side covered patios, meeting w/ friends on the two patios and relaxing by the firepit! See this home today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1876Year Built
1.8 acresLot Size
$152Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Jennifer Daywalt• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Phoenixville
Welcome to this beautiful, Victorian home that is a piece of history located in Phoenixville! This residence has 2.5 baths 5 bedrooms the potential for 5 more bedrooms on the home's 3rd level! Enter into the kitchen, which features heart pine floors, tile and granite counter tops, a granite back splash and plenty of counter space. The family room offers a repainted heart pine, 2 closets, a decorative, antique marble mantle, and an entrance to the powder room. The elegant dining room features a bay window, and 2 additional windows with deep windowsills with accent wood. Dining room also has a faux fireplace with antique, black marble mantle, and heart pine floors. The spacious living room features ample windows, an antique oak fireplace with brick surround, a built-in bookcase and heart pine floors. The second level offers a master bedroom with a closet, and an additional bedroom or sitting room, which features a charming faux fireplace and a closet. The second level is complete with 3 additional bedrooms, (one with private balcony) with closets, and 2 full baths! The third level features 5 additional rooms, which could be used as bedrooms, offices, or whatever space you desire! Heart pine floors are throughout the third level. History comes alive outside this home in a summer kitchen with a brick floor and delightful view of garden. Once a part of the Underground Railroad, this space is a significant part of history! Outside you will also find a brick patio area, 2 porches, and another patio with a private lawn area for relaxing under a shaded trellis, and a brick-walking path around the home! Home is located close to Historic Valley Forge Park, major roadways and King of Prussia. This property will take you back to an earlier time and is a must see!
BRIGHT MLS #1007597336
Apr 21, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 29, 2014
Listed
$465,000
$85/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2019.
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Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
# of Open Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Microwave, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Door Features: Double Entry, French, Six Panel
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Double/Dual Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Master Bath(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
# of Rooms: 13
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Half Bath
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Walkout Stairs
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $111,850
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2018
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco, Masonry, Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Brick, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)