131 W Abbottsford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144

Description

Historic character. Modern luxury. Completely transformed! A rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored & totally renovated home in the heart of Historic Germantown! Thoughtfully renovated while preserving the craftsmanship, charm, character & details that make Germantown's historic homes so special, this residence is truly something special! Built circa 1900, this 2-story semi-detached Victorian has just been renovated & restored inside & out! Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, including a primary en-suite, & 2 brand-new half baths, historic charm meets modern comfort. The extra-wide 100 block is recognized by Philadelphia for original red brick paving dating to 1915, now complemented by new concrete sidewalks, granite curbs, trees, abundant parking on both sides. Landscaped front & rear gardens feature original Wissahickon Schist retaining walls. The enclosed front sunporch offers operable front windows & a new ceiling fan & tile floors. Two sets of restored original wood vestibule doors with beveled glass. The vestibule retains original marble thresholds, brass doorknobs, mail slot & wainscoting, with new Zellige tile floor, distinctive ceiling light & original & new gold & black hand-painted address numbers. The 1st floor features a spacious living room, brand-new half bath with Zellige tile floor, dining room & completely renovated kitchen. Incredible natural light floods the home through its numerous windows, restored stained glass & transom windows, creating bright, airy & inviting living spaces throughout. Refinished original top-nailed oak floors run throughout both levels, bedrooms & staircases. Original & restored paneled & mirrored wood doors with brass, crystal & porcelain doorknobs. Front & rear staircases (rear off kitchen) have restored banisters & railings. The dining room offers a repurposed fireplace mantel, coat closet & skylight. The redesigned kitchen pairs new sleek white cabinetry with a restored original wood china/dish/pantry cabinet. All-new features include LG stainless steel appliances, range hood, quartz countertops, backsplash, eco-friendly flooring, stainless steel undermount sink, faucet, disposal & LED recessed lighting. A waterfall-edge quartz island seats 4. Both restored staircases lead to the 2nd floor with 3 bedrooms, 2 renovated full baths & a dedicated laundry room with brand-new LG front-loading washer & dryer. The light-filled primary suite includes a sitting area, multiple closets & private en-suite bath featuring Zellige wall & floor tile, walk-in shower with Delta rain showerhead & handheld wand, LED recessed lighting, backlit mirrors & dual-flush toilet. A new solar tube brightens the upstairs hallway. Stairs from the kitchen lead to the huge, windowed basement spanning the home's footprint, with a brand-new half bath, workshop, abundant storage & walkout to the private backyard. There's room for a kids' & pets' play area, Peloton/Pilates/Yoga fitness studio, home office or other flexible uses. The backyard features modern slat privacy fencing, wrought iron gate & original stone retaining walls, perfect for entertaining or your next BBQ! Virtually every aspect is brand new or meticulously restored, inside & out! Upgrades include new roof, Low-E double-pane windows, hot water heater, high-efficiency AUX zoned mini-split heating & cooling, new baths & professional interior & exterior painting. Location, location, location! Just 1 block from Loudoun, Germato & Kay Parks & Happy Hollow Playground & 2 blocks from Fernhill Park! Convenient to Weavers Way Co-op, Germantown Avenue restaurants, shops, cafés, historic sites, Wissahickon Valley Park, SEPTA Regional Rail & buses. Easy access to Route 1, Lincoln & Kelly Drives, 76, 676, 95, Center City, 30th Street Station, Philadelphia Airport, East Falls, Mt. Airy & Chestnut Hill. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, estimated 2027 property taxes are just $1,495 annually! Don't miss this extraordinary home on an amazing block!