2442 S Bancroft St

Philadelphia, PA 19145

NEW PRICE! Excellent Value, Motivated Seller...Welcome to this recently updated home located in one of the most desirable neighborhoods of South Philadelphia, Girard Estates/Lower Moyamensing. Enter the bright, open concept first floor featuring a modern staircase, refinished original floors, exposed brick, recessed LED lighting throughout & a must-have half-bath. The Living Room & Dining space is spacious and provides enough space for larger furniture. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, 40 inch cabinets, travertine tile backsplash, breakfast ledge, & a view of the larger than average rear yard. The rear yard features new horizontal fencing slats, space for a large table, garden & grilling! Proceeding back inside, the 2nd FLOOR features a large 4-piece bath with travertine tiles throughout, shower stall, soaking tub & vanity with medicine cabinet. The Primary Bedroom is bright & features exposed brick illuminated alcoves. Linen closet in the hallway. The 2nd bedroom is also sizable featuring a large closet. The finished Lower Level offers wood flooring, a dedicated storage/laundry room and plenty of room for a personal gym, media room, home office ect. Central air & hot water heater are also located in this area. The area is remarkably convenient to I-95, I-76, the airport and the Walt Whitman Bridge; steps from Saint Monica's Catholic School; Easy walk to the Broad Street Subway, Live Casino, Sport Stadiums, FDR Park and the Oregon Avenue Commercial Corridor. If you are a pet owner, Marconi Plaza which is currently slated for beautification improvements and a proposed dog park in your back yard!. Walkable to great food including Melrose Diner, Caf Y Chocolate, Lang's Produce, Stina Pizza, South Philly Tap Room Rom and the restaurants, nightlife and shops along both East and West Passyunk Avenue. If you are an owner occupant and claim this as your primary residence, make sure to apply for the Homestead Exemption! With this exemption, the property's assessed value is reduced by $80,000. Most homeowners in this price range will save about $1,119 a year on their Real Estate Tax bill starting in 2023.