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560 SHAWMONT AVENUE, Philadelphia, PA 19128
$1,299,000 Asking Price
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4
beds
5
baths
3,900
sqft
Built in
1930
Welcome to 560 Shawmont Avenue, a stunning and completely renovated home. This property is located in the quiet hills of upper Roxborough and sits on just under ½ acre. The generous interior provides approximately 4,000 square feet of living space. As you turn onto the newly paved driveway, enjoy the convenience of an oversized detached 2-car garage, perfect for additional storage needs. The exterior of the home has been completely reimagined, seamlessly blending historic character with contemporary architectural elements such as a new standing seam metal roof, energy efficient Andersen 400 windows, and handsome board and batten siding. As you approach the entry, a gracious wraparound porch welcomes all who arrive and offers an ideal space to enjoy breezy evenings surrounded by beautiful mature trees and freshly planted greenery. Step through the grand custom Mahogany door and find yourself transported to a distinguished and elegant interior. On the right is the formal sitting room, which features the original plaster ceiling medallion and an artistic installation of one of the home’s original radiators. On the left is a dream chef’s kitchen complete with double stacked cabinetry, 11’ coffered ceiling, high-end quartzite countertops, Thermador appliances, built-in banquette seating, and a custom desk area perfect for WFH meetings. Just beyond the kitchen is the living room fit out with surround sound, a dramatic 80” 3-sided modern fireplace, custom wet-bar with wine racks, mini-fridge, built-in cabinetry, 11’ coffered ceiling and double sliding glass doors that lead to the spacious rear deck and yard with ample space if a pool is desired! Completing the first floor is a versatile mudroom and powder room tucked just off of the living room and rear deck. On the 2nd floor you’ll find a light-filled secondary bedroom, gorgeous marble bathroom with spa tub and as well as a conveniently located enclosed laundry alcove. Facing the rear yard, enjoy the privacy of your well-appointed primary suite complete with a luxury bathroom, generous walk-in closet and dedicated deck ideal for morning coffee or yoga. The 3rd floor offers a front facing bedroom that can serve as a home office or guest room and you’ll be stunned by the impressive rear bedroom which could be utilized as a flex or play room and features a vaulted beadboard-clad ceiling and another private deck! The home also features a full height unfinished basement with newly poured cement floor just waiting for anything you can imagine. Throughout the home classic details abound - coffered ceilings, stately trim and casework, and custom railings all work to create a home that is at once contemporary and timeless. Dual high efficiency HVAC systems provide optimal comfort for every season, in-wall speakers throughout the house are pre-wired for smart-home devices. To top it all off the house also includes a full10-year tax abatement (pending approval). Minutes to the Ivy Ridge train station, great shops and restaurants, Manayunk, Chestnut Hill, and Philadelphia’s western suburbs. Schedule a private showing today - you don’t want to miss out on this incredible home!
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Built-Ins,Combination Kitchen/Dining,Crown Moldings,Family Room Off Kitchen,Floor Plan - Open,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Gourmet,Recessed Lighting,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Wainscotting,Walk-in Closet(s),Wet/Dry Bar,Wood Floors
- Rooms:
- Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Family Room,Den,Basement,Bedroom 1,Laundry,Mud Room,Bathroom 1,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom
- Appliances:
- Cooktop - Down Draft,Disposal,Dishwasher,Energy Efficient Appliances,ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer,ENERGY STAR Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Freezer,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Oven - Double,Oven - Wall,Washer/Dryer Stacked,Stainless Steel Appliances
- Laundry:
- Dryer In Unit,Washer In Unit,Upper Floor
- Basement:
- Full,Unfinished
- Flooring:
- Engineered Wood,Marble
- A/C:
- Central A/C
- Heating:
- Y, Central, Natural Gas
- Fireplace:
- Electric, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 2
- Disability Feature:
- 2+ Access Exits,36"+ wide Halls,32"+ wide Doors
Exterior
- General:
- Exterior Lighting,Gutter System, Above Grade,Below Grade
- Style:
- Transitional
- Parking:
- Asphalt Driveway
Construction
- Roofing:
- Architectural Shingle,Metal
- Windows:
- Double Pane,Double Hung,Energy Efficient,Low-E
- General:
- Masonry,Stucco,Spray Foam Insulation,Low VOC Products/Finishes,Cement Siding, 3, Stone
Location
- HOA Amenities:
- None
- Originating MLS:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
- School District:
- THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
- County:
- PHILADELPHIA
Lot
- Zoning:
- RSAD3, 212380550
- Fencing:
- Privacy,Wood
Utilities
- Utilities:
- Above Ground,Cable TV, 200+ Amp Service
- Water:
- Public
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
Financial
- Source:
- BRIGHT_MAIN
- Exclusions:
- Any furnishings and equipment in garage
This listing courtesy of:
BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut, Michele Cooley
Monthly Payment
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Property taxes are generally around 1.2% of the home’s value, but may vary based on location.
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%
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