4505 BLAKISTON STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19136

$429,900 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
2,415  sqft
Built in 1964

You can’t help FALL in love with this stunning, stone front single home located in upper Holmesburg! Situated on a quite street located near Pennypack Park. Upon arrival you will be captivated by the beauty of the front of this house with its surrounding stone wall, wrought iron gate, sprawling front lawn and well-manicured garden. The driveway has parking for a minimum of 2-3 cars, along with an oversized garage. Imagine yourself sitting on the front patio enjoying the serenity of the surronding. Upon entering the house you will come into the formal living room, complete with a showpiece fireplace, amble natural lighting and closet space. Beautiful hardwood floors and freshly painted throughout. Off the living room is a formal dining room that boasts a beautiful bay window, two built-in China closets and elegant crystal chandelier. The dining room leads into the kitchen area, which has ample cabinets, granite counter-tops, breakfast bar, recessed lighting, stainless refrigerator, range, built-in microwave and dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a “great room”, complete with a wood burning fireplace, ½ bathroom, laundry area and access to the basement. This room is great for entertaining those large parties! The windows surrounding this room show off the beauty of the backyard, gardens and a bonus living space referred to as a chalet. This building is an extension for your entertaining needs! A cement slab just outside can be hold a hot tub. Plenty of ground for outside entertainment – an oasis within city limits! The second floor also features hardwood floors and fresh paint. You will find 3 bedrooms and a full-size tiled bathroom with walk-in shower. This home is conveniently located within walking distance of shopping, restaurants, schools, public transportation and I-95. Truly a gorgeous home!


Features & Amenities

Interior

Appliances:
Built-In Microwave,Central Vacuum,Oven/Range - Gas,Dishwasher
Laundry:
Main Floor
Basement:
Unfinished
A/C:
Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating:
Y, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2
Disability Feature:
2+ Access Exits

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Bi-level

Construction

General:
Masonry, 2, Concrete Perimeter

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
RSA3, 652051600
Current Use:
D30

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
No Septic System

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Realty Mark Cityscape-Huntingdon Valley, Kathryn McGarrigle

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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