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5404 CATHARINE STREET, Philadelphia, PA 19143
$359,000 Asking Price
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4
beds
2
baths
1,588
sqft
Built in
1925
Discover this beautifully restored gem in West Philadelphia, where historic charm meets modern elegance. Ascend the steps to the welcoming front porch with a brick facade and stained glass accents. Enter through the ornate vestibule featuring mahogany wainscoting, stained glass transoms, and handsome glass inlay doors. The spacious living room boasts high ceilings, new hardwood flooring, a decorative tiled fireplace, and leaded glass doors leading to the formal dining room. The dining room, with hardwood floors and an under-the-stairs coat closet, offers ample space for a large table. The chef's kitchen is a masterpiece, featuring new cabinets with stylish hardware, herringbone butcher-block countertops, subway tile, and a floating shelf salvaged from John Wanamaker's office. Featuring stainless steel appliances and a vintage cast iron sink with brass hardware to complete the kitchen's refined look. Beyond the kitchen, you'll find a sweet powder room with spa-like finishes and a window for natural light. The enclosed back patio, shaded by a beautiful tree, provides a perfect spot for outdoor relaxation. Inside, the original wooden banister leads to the second level, illuminated by a newly restored skylight with a salvaged window insert. Here, you'll find four sizable bedrooms, each with original hardwood floors, loads of natural light, generous closet space and ceiling fans...With architectural details, moldings, wooden doors and restored brass hardware. The front bedroom features a Florentine glass door, an ornate mantel with original tile and a cast iron insert, a built-in wooden armoire, and a window seat, offering a bird's eye view of the ornate steeple across the street. The back bedroom boasts a built-in wardrobe with double doors and a south facing view of the back yard. There are two additional bedrooms along the hall, equally as spacious. The full bathroom exudes charm with a clawfoot tub, original tile blending with newer flooring, a pedestal sink, and brass finishings and hardware. The full basement has been recently parged, providing plenty of headroom for projects and storage. This home seamlessly blends historic details and modern updates, offering a unique and captivating living experience in the heart of West Philadelphia. This home is perfectly situated for a vibrant lifestyle, walkable to Malcolm X Memorial Park and Clark Park with their fabulous events and Farmers' Market, as well as countless restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping along Baltimore Ave. It’s steps to HUP and offers a short commute to CHOP, Penn, Drexel, University of the Sciences, and just 15 minutes to Center City by car or bike. With plenty of convenient SEPTA options and a short drive to local highways and neighboring counties, this home offers both charm and convenience
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Ceiling Fan(s),Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Kitchen - Gourmet,Skylight(s),Bathroom - Tub Shower,Upgraded Countertops,Wood Floors
- Appliances:
- Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer/Dryer Hookups Only,Water Heater
- Laundry:
- Basement,Hookup
- Basement:
- Full
- Flooring:
- Solid Hardwood,Wood,Ceramic Tile
- A/C:
- None
- Heating:
- Y, Radiator, Natural Gas
- Fireplace:
- Mantel(s),Non-Functioning, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2
- Disability Feature:
- None
Exterior
- General:
- Exterior Lighting,Sidewalks,Street Lights, Above Grade,Below Grade
- Style:
- Straight Thru
Construction
- Windows:
- Replacement
- General:
- Masonry, 2, Stone
Location
- Originating MLS:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
- School District:
- THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- County:
- PHILADELPHIA
Lot
- Zoning:
- RSA5, 463101000
- View:
- Street,Panoramic
- Fencing:
- Decorative,Privacy
- Current Use:
- O30
Utilities
- Utilities:
- 100 Amp Service
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
Financial
- Source:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
This listing courtesy of:
Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Cherry Barrett
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Annual homeowners insurance is typically 0.35% of the home’s value but can vary based on insurer.
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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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