1140 SHELMIRE AVENUE, Philadelphia, PA 19111

$310,000 Asking Price

4 beds
1 bath
1,313  sqft
Built in 1957

L.O.V.E. The American Dream is still alive and well. This freestanding, four bedroom Fox Chase home offers liberty and independence, while part of a beautiful community and neighborhood of NorthEast Philadelphia. Land, 3500 square feet of it, with a driveway can be your piece of this country in which to live, grow, and pursue happiness as you see fit. Approaching, the yard and wide porch welcome you to this lovely residence. Inside, be greeted by a bright living area with original hardwood flooring featuring the craftsmanship of mahogany inlays, and blended contrasting planks consistent with the framing of the window trim. Transitioning to the dining space, notice the constitution of the of the classic columned and squared arch allowing the feel of distinct use and continuity of openness. A cozy kitchen theme in classic pewter cabinetry and stainless appliances and gas range is a contemporary touch. The first level also offers two bedrooms and a full bath, a benefit to those who prefer not to climb stairs. The second level offers two additional bedrooms and a flex space that can be used as an office. In the rear of the home, there is a cheerful, screened in sunroom, where relaxation and conversations can be imagined, looking over the garden offer ample place to plant and harvest. In the lower basement level, there is a working fireplace in what has been configured as an additional place of contemplation. We invite you to tour this lovely traditional home, be the steward of its next generation.


Features & Amenities

Interior

Basement:
Full
A/C:
None
Heating:
Y, Hot Water, Oil
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Cape Cod

Construction

General:
Frame, 1, Permanent

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
County:
PHILADELPHIA

Lot

Zoning:
RSA3, 561336500
Current Use:
A26

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Septic,Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
KW Empower, Algernong Allen III

About Philadelphia, PA

Housing

Number of Units
705,993
Median Home Value
$212,331
Median Rent
$993

47.83% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.77% are vacant.

Commute

Car
48.32%
Public Transportation
19.12%
Walk to Work
6.40%
Work from Home
23.29%
Other
1.20%

The median travel time to work is 28 minutes.

People

Population
1,564,304
Median Age
36.10
Median Household Size
2.55

Education

High School
31.51%
Associate’s Degree
5.70%
Bachelor’s Degree
18.90%
Graduate Degree
14.16%

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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