17 Black Friar Rd Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Completely charming and updated 3 Bedroom, 2. 5 Bath brick colonial situated on a corner lot in the coveted Radnor Township neighborhood of Old Oaks brimming with a small town vibe yet close to the town of Bryn Mawr and steps from all the that Villanova University has to offer bordering this community. Adorable screened in porch graces the front entrance - a perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Upon entering the home, you will find original hardwood floors and an abundance of new energy efficient windows that allow ample natural light to fill the living space on the first floor. A special gathering spot is the generously sized Living Room with gas Fireplace complemented by a bay window with front yard views. With the interior featuring a circular flow, there is an ease in living on the 1st floor. The gracious Dining Room opens to the updated and spacious eat-in Kitchen with Thermador and Kitchen Aid stainless steel appliances, granite countertops including breakfast bar and an abundance of wood cabinetry. Looking for rooms to zoom in for your school/work from home set up- you have your choice as there is a space within the Kitchen or a cozy office just off the front entry. A second entrance positioned off the Kitchen makes for a convenient spot to come in from the private 2 car driveway. The main level is complete with a Powder Room. The 2nd floor contains a wonderful owners getaway featuring a large Bedroom space with multiple views of tree tops from its windows, fully updated ensuite bath with beveled tile shower, wainscoting trim and fresh spa like feel not to be outdone by the enormous walk in closet with enough room for a dressing area - truly a special bonus feature not found in many homes of this nature. 2 additional generous in size Bedrooms both with 2 windows, the 2nd Bedroom has 2 closets and the 3rd Bedroom has a walk in closet. A renovated full hall Bathroom in sparkling white completes this upper floor. The partially finished Lower level lends itself to many uses: recreation, playroom, gym/workout space, or home office. There is a Laundry area in the unfinished space which also houses the mechanicals and storage space. The exterior's flagstone terrace is a perfect spot for outdoor entertaining & dining al fresco bordered with hedges as a natural barrier for privacy along with a half brick wall and gate enclosure. This home is positioned nicely with a huge front and side yards and includes the owner's beloved secret garden in the gated back yard that also contains a shed. Recent improvements: Exterior & interior professionally painted, New windows on 1st floor, New Full Hall Bathroom, New Gutters with gutter guards. A home with special appeal, wonderful character in an extraordinary neighborhood where social events take place like block parties, Halloween parades, cookie exchanges, book clubs and block parties. On top of all of this there is a high walkability factor to both types of trains - either the high speed trolley or the R5. Super close to Radnor Township newly redesigned Clem Macrone park where you can bike or walk to this local playground, which also has tennis, pickle ball and basketball courts, walking trails and situated near eateries, markets, shopping while all being within the award-winning Radnor school system boundaries. This property is a triple threat in todays climate - enough space to remote learn and/or work from home, steps to transportation & recreation and a vibrant neighborhood with a close connected feel - a special place to call Home! Please note that Delaware County is conducting a real estate tax assessment, effective 2021. If you have any questions or concerns about the impact of this process on the future of real estate taxes for this property, you should contact the Delaware County Treasurer's Office or call the Tax Reassessment Hotline at 610-891-5695.