17 W Willow Grove Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19118

Perfect "in town" living! This 4 bedroom, 1 bath brick twin, built in 1888, offers simple lines, enviable space, southwest-facing windows for an abundance of natural light, all in excellent condition so a new buyer can move right in. Special features: beautiful re-finished wood floors, kitchen upgraded in 2021, bathroom renovated in 2021, new mansard roof in 2021 as well as new coating to the top flat roof. 1st floor: Open covered front porch, Living room, Formal Dining room, Upgraded kitchen with gas cooking, new refrigerator, new Bosch dishwasher, deep sink with garbage disposal, new microwave oven, exit to patio and backyard. 2nd floor: Front bright large bedroom with closet and south facing windows, Full bathroom with ceramic tile and shower over tub, the sweetest little room ever that can be used as an at-home office, a nursery, a glorious dressing room or a small bedroom. 3rd floor: 2 lovely bedrooms with closets and views of the gardens of Chestnut Hill. Basement: Full, unfinished, for utilities, storage, work space. NB: The walls of the front room of the basement were lined with ceramic tile many years ago, and there is a door to an unusual space with a solid rock floor. It is thought the house was built around this rock! In any case, it offers a huge space for storage. This front room also has a full height door to steps that access the front sidewalk offering all kinds of possibility for use. The back yard is fenced, deep and shady. A cool spot for hot summer days. And what a location! Nothing like being around the corner from the fresh-baked goodies at Baker Street, a few steps away from delightful boutique shops, in walking distance to all the treats of the Chestnut Hill Farmer's Market and Night Kitchen Bakery, and close to some of the greatest restaurants: Cin Cin, Campbell's Tavern, Iron Hill Brewery, Hokka Hokka. Two commuter train lines and bus service provide excellent public transportation. A quick settlement is possible with this property.