1710 S 18th St Philadelphia, PA 19145

This bright and breezy home was new construction done right when it was built less than 10 years ago--and yes, that means there's still some tax abatement remaining. With its handsome facade, smart layout, eco-friendly features and finish selections that carry a hint of blue throughout, it truly is a standout. The layout and square footage provide plenty of cheery designated spaces (both indoors and out) for all your stay-at-home needs and wants, and will have you ready to host dinners, games and parties down the road. Three oversize windows at the front flood the entire first floor in natural eastern light and showcase the pretty hardwood floors. A small bumpout with floating shelves provides architectural interest and subtly designates separate living/dining areas without comprising the open sight lines from front to back. Likewise, a powder room is tucked away beneath the stairs without narrowing the dining area or blocking any of that gorgeous light. The handsome kitchen with stainless steel GE appliance package has plenty of storage and prep space in a smart U shape complete with breakfast bar. Dark granite countertops are complimented by a pale blue sea glass backsplash and warm Shaker-style cabinets, while an oversize single-pane glass door looks out to the positively-huge-for-the-city backyard. A sweet paved area is perfect for grilling and a patio set while the rest of the extensive lot can be kept low-maintenance with mulch--or go crazy and add a lawn or vegetable garden. Our furry friends are not forgotten with the custom dog run at the rear, which a petless owner could easily remove. A deck off the third floor provides a nice view of the yard in addition to a glimpse of the Center City skyline. Occupying the remainder of the third floor are the master quarters. The bedroom's vaulted ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows create the same open and airy vibe as the first floor, and there's more than enough room for a king size bed. A walk-in closet and spacious bathroom with walk-in shower complete the suite. The second floor has two spacious bedrooms, both with a large three-panel-wide window, deep closets and new flooring. They share a super stylish, just-updated hall bath with subway tile tub surround and ceramic tile flooring. There's a perfectly located laundry closet on this level with full-size stackable frontloaders, leaving the easily finishable basement free for storage or additional living space. This home's earth- and budget-conscious features include Energy Star certification, a Nest thermostat, low-flow faucets and energy-efficient windows. The ideal Point Breeze location gives you plenty of walkable options and has two subway stops nearby to take you south to the stadiums or north to Center City and beyond.