4945 Walnut St Philadelphia, PA 19139

If you're looking for the size and grace of a West Philly Victorian without the hassle of older-home maintenance, this spacious twin in a super-convenient location is a perfect fit. Renovated less than 10 years ago, it's got updated *everything*--recessed lighting, like-new hardwood floors, dual zone HVAC and even four more years on the tax abatement--with some sweet original details intact. The classic porchfront leads to a dramatic vestibule with the original wainscoting, which opens into an extra-wide open floorplan that's bathed in light from a wall of six (!) oversized windows. There's a pretty original mirrored wood mantel in the front living area that, along with the curved banister, balances the old and new. The dining area, featuring a whimsical faux-brick accent wall, has room for both a big dining table and a credenza or buffet, and flows into the large kitchen with maple cabinets, black granite countertops and breakfast bar plus prep space galore. Cooking is a breeze with the Frigidaire stainless steel appliance package, or head out back for grilling in the hardscaped rear yard that, with some market lights and planters, would make an uber-charming urban oasis. A powder room is tucked in next to the original rear staircase, which leads up to the first three bedrooms, where the gleaming hardwood floors continue. There's a spacious full bath on this level with ceramic tile floors, wall and tub surround with decorative mosaic inlay. The bedroom at the front features a bay window and decorative fireplace, while the rear bedroom has an inset bookcase and architectural nook with two windows. The serene middle bedroom has dual closets and plenty of natural light. You have your pick of rooms to use as den and/or home office--the third floor houses two more bedrooms plus another hall bath with ceramic tile half wall and tub surround and mosaic border for continuity. The options continue in the basement, where the great ceiling height makes it ideal for a home workshop, plus there's a designated laundry area. This home is close, but not too close, to the Market-Frankford line for access to University City and beyond, while staying local means Malcolm X Park, the 52nd St strip and all the shops and restaurants along Baltimore Ave are within easy reach.