916 S 48TH STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19143

$795,000 Asking Price

6 beds
5 baths
4,356  sqft
Built in 1890

Amazing turn of the century Victorian home located on a bright sunny corner in University City. This amazing home features six bedrooms, 4-1/2 baths, oak and pine floor, original tile baths, plaster crown moldings, original faux fireplace mantles, with large and bright rooms, 2 sets of laundry, a finished basement, a bonus sunroom, and so much more. Entering through a vestibule with beautiful tiling, the first floor living space features formal living, dining and kitchen spaces. All adorned with beautiful hardwood floors, original moldings, pocket doors, and more. The kitchen features a large island work space, a professional range, a pantry, and several sinks. There is also space for a seating area. Behind the kitchen is a bright and sunny den area that leads out to the back yard. There is also a powder room on this floor. The second floor features a hall bathroom, 3 bedrooms (one large one that could make a great tv room) and additional closets in the hall. The third floor houses 3 more bedrooms and 2 hall bathrooms, one that is more recent featuring double showers and a laundry set. The basement has been finished with a full bathroom, a laundry area with utility sink, and more space for crafting, working out, etc. This West Philly winner sits close to universities, Baltimore Avenue's amenities, public transportation, multiple playgrounds, hospitals, grocers, University Swim Club, Mariposa CoOp, Cobbs Creek Nature Center, and Clark Park. You'll love being in an area that has significant architectural and historical significance, exciting development activity, and great walkability. Plus you’ll enjoy an easy commute to Center City by car or bike, with plenty of convenient bus, and trolley (less than 5-minute walk to #13 and #34 lines) and regional rail options.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Dining Area,Crown Moldings,Attic,Built-Ins,Kitchen - Eat-In,Pantry,Recessed Lighting
Rooms:
Living Room
Laundry:
Upper Floor,Basement
Basement:
Full
Flooring:
Hardwood
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Electric,Non-Functioning, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Street Lights, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Victorian

Construction

Roofing:
Flat,Slate,Hip
Windows:
Wood Frame
General:
Masonry,Stone,Brick, 3, Stone

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
RSA3, 461221000
Current Use:
H50

Utilities

Utilities:
Water Available,Sewer Available,Natural Gas Available,Electric Available, Circuit Breakers
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
BHHS Fox & Roach The Harper at Rittenhouse Square, Joshua Allen

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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