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5404 CATHARINE ST Philadelphia, PA 19143
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,588 SqFt
Key Details
Sold Price $355,000
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,588 sqft
Price per Sqft $223
Subdivision Cobbs Creek
MLS Listing ID PAPH2391714
Sold Date 12/02/24
Style Straight Thru
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,588
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1925
Annual Tax Amount $1,188
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 1,503 Sqft
Acres 0.03
Lot Dimensions 18x84
Property Description
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
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19143 (19143)
Zoning RSA5
Direction Southeast
Rooms
Basement Full
Main Level Bedrooms 4
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Radiator
Cooling None
Flooring Solid Hardwood, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Mantel(s), Non-Functioning
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Water Heater
Fireplace Y
Window Features Replacement
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Water Heater
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement, Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es), Patio(s)
Fence Decorative, Privacy
Water Access N
View Street, Panoramic
Accessibility None
Porch Porch(es), Patio(s)
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Front Yard, Rear Yard, Private
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Straight Thru
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Plaster Walls,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 463101000
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Estimated
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Acceptable Financing Cash, Negotiable, Lease Purchase
Listing Terms Cash, Negotiable, Lease Purchase
Financing Cash,Negotiable,Lease Purchase
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with Sara Elizabeth Smith • Elfant Wissahickon Realtors