6640 LINCOLN DRIVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119

$850,000 Asking Price

5 beds
6 baths
6,100  sqft
Built in 1926

Welcome to 6640 Lincoln Drive, an exceptional residence located in the desirable West Mt. Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. Built in the Tudor Revival architecture style, c. 1926, this masonry twin and was the former home of Robert N. C. Nix Jr., Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of PA and is situated at the corner of Lincoln Drive and Arbutus St. This spacious home has over 6,000 square feet of living space with an enclosed sun porch, 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 3 half bathroom, including a large study/family room with built-in bookcases and an impressive Wissahickon schist stone fireplace. The house offers a blend of historic elegance and sophistication and sits on a lot size of 12,493 square feet. Step inside to discover a recessed entranceway, living room with beautifully finished oak wood floors, semi-circular main staircase, brick fireplace inlaid with Mercer tiles , stained pilasters and an exposed-beam ceiling that extends into the dining room adding warmth and charm to this incredible home. A new kitchen offers wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and tile floors. Beyond the kitchen is a spacious laundry room as well as a powder room. The 2nd floor offers a front bedroom with a fireplace and powder/dressing room, backing up to a bathroom with a stall shower that serves spacious bedroom #2. The next room is a former law study with numerous built-in bookcases and a large fireplace. Beside this room is a full bath room. The rear-most room can be used for storage and has access via a staircase into the garage. The 3rd floor has three bedrooms and a full hall bathroom. The semi-finished basement offers additional space for a gym, storage or customization to suit your needs. The basement powder room has plumbing for a shower stall drain. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this remarkable property, which you need to see to appreciate.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Attic/House Fan,Cedar Closet(s),Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Dining Area,Floor Plan - Open,Kitchen - Galley,Kitchenette,Kitchen - Island,Primary Bath(s),Wood Floors
Rooms:
Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 1,Other,Bathroom 1
Appliances:
Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Dryer - Electric,Energy Efficient Appliances,ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer,ENERGY STAR Dishwasher,Icemaker,Microwave,Oven - Self Cleaning,Oven - Single,Oven/Range - Gas,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater
Laundry:
Main Floor
Basement:
Full
Flooring:
Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Laminated
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Hot Water,Radiant, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Play Area,Sidewalks, Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Tudor

Construction

Roofing:
Rubber,Shingle
Windows:
Storm,Wood Frame
General:
Masonry, 3, Concrete Perimeter,Crawl Space

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
RSD3, 223274300
Current Use:
I40

Utilities

Utilities:
Electric Available,Natural Gas Available,Sewer Available,Water Available, 200+ Amp Service
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Anthony M Wells

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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