2523 S 21st St

Philadelphia, PA 19145

Occasionally, a rare opportunity arises and something special comes to market, this is one ofthem. Welcome to Historic Girard Estate. This handsome twin home facing Stephen Girard Parkis move-in ready and waiting for its new owners to make this special house a home. From thesecond you approach this traditional stone-built home you just know this one is going to bespecial. The mix of old-world charm with a modern flair is noticed throughout. Original detailssuch as the stone front porch, Terra Cotta roof, original wood front door, polished brasshandrails and pocket doors can't be missed. Upon entering the freshly painted main living areayou are greeted by a one-of-a-kind custom Carrera marble wood burning fireplace. This wide-open floorplan continues to flow into the dining room with newly updated flooring in bothliving room and dining room and then flows into the kitchen. This completely custom kitchen isa dream. High end, hand-picked granite countertops sit upon beautiful custom wood cabinetrycomplete with a stainless-steel appliance package including a built-in microwave and Vikingstove and a pot filler. You will fall in love with the GLASS basket weave backsplash withunderlighting, porcelain flooring and modern porcelain tiled accent wall. A half bath finishes offthis beautiful space. Just beyond the kitchen is a 4-season room area currently being used as anoffice with mini split system for heat and A/C. Out back you will find a very large yard whichalso features a 550 sq ft composite deck with removable canvas awning and enough space toentertain all the family and friends you can imagine. Next, lets head upstairs where we will find3 large bedrooms with plenty of closet space and full hall bath along. One of the bedrooms iscurrently a guest bedroom and the other bedroom is being used as a dressing room completewith a custom-built closet. Walk to the end of the hall where you will enter the primarybedroom which has access to a 3 rd outdoor space facing the park to enjoy your morning coffeeor just escape and get some fresh air. I promise you will not be disappointed when you slideopen the pocket door to find a full ensuite bathroom complete with a jetted tub with heatedjets, an overhead rain shower, and front shower and a dressing room! Finally let's headdown to the fully finished basement. This full footprint was thoughtfully laid out and not onlyincludes plenty of additional living space, but it also has its own powder room, separate laundryroom/pantry, large walk in cedar closet and a wine cellar, yes a WINE CELLAR!! With only 18homes on this block as well as having the park you will never have to search for a parking spot . Close to all major highways and public transportation getting around town is a breeze. If you're a discerning buyer not looking for a cookie cutter renovation, then this may be the one you have been waiting for.