Description

Charming Old-world Detached Home with Off-Street Parking in Roxborough. Step into this beautifully maintained pre-1895 single home, where historic charm meets modern convenience. Featuring original hardwood floors, exquisite woodwork, and abundant natural light, this home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. The enclosed front porch, surrounded by large windows, provides a perfect space for relaxing with a book or shedding wet gear on rainy days. Enter through the original front door into a spacious living room, where a classic wood banister leads to the upper floors. The formal dining room, with windows on both sides, creates a bright and airy setting for gatherings. The eat-in kitchen maintains its cozy charm, while the adjacent laundry/mudroom offers additional convenience with a second toilet and access to the private patio. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, a bonus room—ideal as a home office or nursery—and a new hallway bath with ceramic tilework. The third floor features a spacious loft-style bedroom, once used as a private teen retreat. Outside, the private driveway accommodates two cars, leading to a rear yard with a versatile shed/outbuilding, perfect for a workshop, studio, or additional storage. The secluded patio nestled between the house and shed provides a great outdoor space to unwind. Additionally there is a new boiler, newer hot water heater, whole house water filter, new stack, and a new electric panel. The shed roof was replace 2020, rear roofs in 2023. Located just half a block from Roxborough’s vibrant shopping and dining scene, you'll enjoy easy access to New Ridge Brewery, White Yak, Ban Bamboo, and more. This prime location is also close to Main Street Manayunk, Wissahickon Park, public transit, and major roadways, making commutes to Center City, Chestnut Hill, and beyond a breeze. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Roxborough’s history! Schedule your showing today.