Description

Located in the heart of JENKINTOWN BOROUGH is this lovely, updated home that is in move-in condition! This 1542 sq. ft. twin features an architectural dimension shingled roof, zinc gutters, downspouts and flashings, stained cedar shingle siding on the house and garage, interior and exterior painted within the past 2 years, 2 zone a/c and heat, new 100 amp electrical service with oversized box, Nest thermostats and Ring doorbells, insulated exterior walls, and much more. Seller is an architect who has lovingly owned and maintained this home for 40 years. He has even refurbished many of the original windows. A charming front porch greets you as you approach the property on quiet Shoemaker Avenue. The living room features a granite gas-faced fireplace. A unique frosted-glass room divider separates the living room and dining room. The dining room has several cherry built-ins. Cherry accents around the inlaid carpet are in the living room and dining room. Large windows with a deep window sill let in plenty of light and the window sill is perfect for your potted plants. The dining room built-in can also function as a buffet and provides ample storage. There is also a built-in glass fronted china cabinet. Recessed lighting throughout the first floor is an added feature. The eat-in kitchen consists of a Jennair gas stove with convection oven, microwave, refrigerator, cast iron double sink, dishwasher, disposal, Corian extra deep countertops, ceramic tile backsplash and floor and real bead-board ceiling. The view from the large back window lets you enjoy the beautiful back yard. A side door takes you to an enclosed porch/mudroom which features screens in the Summer and glass inserts in the Winter. The primary bedroom is on the 3rd floor and offers a closet, ceiling fan, illuminated ceiling cove and pendent lighting. There is an added ceramic tile hall bath with stall shower and operable skylight. Off the hall is a 2nd bedroom that is currently being used as a walk-in closet/dressing room. There is a separate a/c unit for the third floor in the attic and electric baseboard heat for the 3rd floor. The second floor consists of a spacious 3rd bedroom/office with double closet, recessed lighting and ceiling fan. There is a 4th bedroom with closet, built-in desk with shelves and built-in tack board wall. A hall linen closet and 2nd ceramic tile bath with clawfoot tub/shower completes this floor. The laundry room is off the kitchen and leads to unique basement steps. The basement has a storage room, large laundry tub for washing your dog, a gas hot water (domestic) heater, gas hot air heater with humidifier, a spacious workshop area with 6 large storage cabinets, new basement windows and steps to the outside through a new Bilco door. Here is a BONUS about this home - there is a 1 car garage with an adjacent parking spot at the rear of the property that is accessed from Hillside Avenue. The fenced back yard is gorgeous with mature plantings, a patio area with a dedicated natural gas line for a grill, a unique fountain AND a triangular shade sail to shield you from the bright sun while entertaining your family and friends. Don't wait to view this home as it will not last long on the market. Jenkintown Borough offers a walkable neighborhood to wonderful restaurants and shops. Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are close by. The Jenkintown and Noble Train Stations are a short walk away and give you easy access to Center City Philadelphia. This home is just a few blocks from desirable Jenkintown Schools, the Jenkintown Town Square, the Jenkintown Library and historic Hiway Theater. You would love living in Jenkintown Borough!

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Listed by: Quinn Wilson Realtors