6607 N 13th St, Philadelphia - Olney-Oak Lane, PA 19126 - For Sale

Lovingly restored with delightful Victorian embellishments throughout this impeccable, tasteful home. Thought and care are evident everywhere with gleaming refinished old growth Oak Floors, freshly painted exterior and interiors, and updated systems. But it's the details that truly amaze: the original Majolica tiles greet as you enter through the Foyer also hosting a double set of impressive Entrance Doors complete with unique textured glass. An intricately built LR mantle with a decorative cove, as well as bay windows add both formality and friendly back to today's design lexicon. You won't find ubiquitous mid-century modern here- yet the versatile spaces are well suited to frame any style of high quality furnishings. Leaded glass Dining Room pocket doors and framing fancy China Closets frame DR, then enjoy the fresh Eat-in Kitchen with today's colors and butcher block counters, yet relish the authentic character of yesteryear complete with Butler's Pantry for added storage. Upstairs 5 generously sized Bedrooms serve, plus a bonus Art Studio with vintage sink and bead board walls- well suited as well for a Mother-in-Law Suite, and charming clawfoot tub in adjacent Bath. Located in idyllic East Oak Lane and surrounded by a supportive Community of engaged neighbors- this rare turn of the century home is quietly tucked away from City's hustle and bustle yet an easy commute to CC. Welcome home to a Charming porch, private greenery with towering and beautifully maintained trees, plus a large, open and sunny back yard ready for gardening and entertaining. Shop wonderful smrnities in adjacent Suburbs but LOW City taxes for this jewel!