8231 FORREST AVENUE, Elkins Park, PA 19027

$459,000 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
1,496  sqft
Built in 1930

Don't miss the opportunity to be the next owner of this charming renovated stone and stucco English Tudor! Where the craftsmanship of yesteryear and modern amenities meet. Enter the foyer, adorned with stylish shiplap and beautiful hardwood floors throughout, turned staircase and convenient first floor powder room. Cozy living room with wood burning fireplace, beautiful built ins and French doors to the most relaxing front covered porch! You will love to relax after a long day or just hang out with friends. Large open Kitchen/Dining Area combination with more built ins, beamed ceiling that afford both ample storage and amazing character! The Kitchen has been remodeled with its crisp white shaker cabinets, double farm sink, subway tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. The Dining Room has sliders that provide lots of light and lead to the rear yard and patio. Upstairs you will find three nice sized bedrooms. The main bedroom features three closets! Two additional bedroom with ample closet space and built ins. Remodeled hall bath with tub/shower. There is a third floor walk up attic, great for extra storage. Don't forget the large unfinished basement with laundry room which has plumbing in place for an additional bathroom. Lots of storage area and very high ceilings! The home is situated on a large flat lot with detached garage and fenced yard. This home has a great layout for everyday living both indoor and out, a great place to entertain! Come see what Elkins Park has to offer! Quick access to Center City by train or car with multiple stations nearby. Easy access to 309, 476 and Turnpike. Abington Jefferson, Salus, Arcadia, Fox Chase and Jeanes Hospital close by.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Built-Ins,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Wood Floors
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Bedroom 1,Bathroom 1,Half Bath
Appliances:
Washer,Dryer,Stainless Steel Appliances
Laundry:
Basement
Basement:
Full
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Brick, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Exterior Lighting,Street Lights,Sidewalks, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Dutch,Colonial

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
General:
Stucco, 2, Other

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
CHELTENHAM
County:
MONTGOMERY

Lot

Zoning:
RESIDENTIAL, 31-00-10105-007
Current Use:
1101

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable TV,Electric Available,Phone Available,Sewer Available,Water Available
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
Refrigerator and Freezer, TV and mount.

This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Main Line, Anna V Skale

About Elkins Park, PA

Housing

Number of Units
8,258
Median Home Value
$291,415
Median Rent
$1,111

38.42% of housing units are renter occupied.

6.15% are vacant.

Commute

Car
58.45%
Public Transportation
11.67%
Walk to Work
0.83%
Work from Home
28.41%
Other
0.64%

The median travel time to work is 24 minutes.

People

Population
18,527
Median Age
42.80
Median Household Size
2.65

Education

High School
15.99%
Associate’s Degree
8.02%
Bachelor’s Degree
28.15%
Graduate Degree
30.28%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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