8317 Ardleigh St Philadelphia, PA 19118

Stately, all-original, early 20th century brick twin in the heart of Chestnut Hill Historic District, "Philadelphia's Garden District"! Lovely, sun-filled first floor with 9+ foot ceilings and large windows. Living room has custom built-in bookshelves and window seat with storage. Charming pine kitchen with updated stove, new refrigerator, new dishwasher and garbage disposal. Plenty of room for the whole family to eat together in the cozy kitchen or dining room. First floor laundry with additional kitchen storage and powder room is great for busy families. Back door to flagstone stoop, brick walkway, and beautiful mature perennial garden that blooms March - September, great for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Large covered mahogany front porch perfect for people-watching, chatting with neighbors, and enjoying the landscaped front garden with lilac, viburnum, winterberry, and fragrant perennials. Four bedrooms on upper two floors, with a fifth room adjacent to master bedroom featuring a walk-in closet and great as a nursery, dressing room or office. Original tile bathroom in great condition with beautiful porcelain tub and updated electrical. Large windows with deep sills, beautiful original woodwork, doors, and plaster walls throughout. Original hardwood floors throughout, great condition! Large open doorway between living and dining room allows for great movement, sight lines, and light. Full basement, dry and clean, with new high-efficiency furnace and hot water heater. Workshop, loads of built-in storage, new lighting, and space for games, playroom, or home gym. New ceiling fans in three rooms and large windows provide lovely cross-breezes, four new window unit air conditioners included for the hottest of days. Steps away from Chestnut Hill treasures: Wissahickon Valley Park, Weaver's Way Co-op, Jenks Playground, Iron Hill Brewery, Fresh Market, Gravers and Chestnut Hill West regional rail stations and several bus lines, Chestnut Hill Market, Weekend farmer's market, Pastorius Park, Water Tower Recreation Center with indoor/outdoor athletic facilities, playing fields, Free Library of Philadelphia Chestnut Hill branch, Numerous independent shops and restaurants, Gorgeous cobblestone and tree-lined streets with historic, one-of-a-kind architecture, Pictorial beauty with urban convenience! Seller prefers Mid July 2017 Settlement