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Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County, Philadelphia, USA

USD $1,275,000
John D Wood International, USA 4
PROPERTY TYPE

Town House

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

5

SIZE

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Key features

  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Heating - Fuel Type: Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public
  • Special Program: Global Luxury
  • Water: City Water

Description

Prepare to be astounded. A flawless marriage of visionary design and breathtaking architectural detail on legendary Mount Vernon Street in Historic Old Fairmount. Timeless curb appeal with solid brick exterior, carved double-door entry, elegant arched transom, solid limestone steps, classic dentil cornice. Majestic entrance vestibule with solid etched marble, layered crown molding, striking glass-sphere pendant, stately arched opening. Magnificent main living room with soaring 11' ceilings, sparking crystal chandelier, dazzling decorator fireplace with mirrored surround, refinished original mantle, custom rope detail, reclaimed wood. Custom floating staircase with 1.5" solid white-oak treads and sleek iron railings anchored by dramatic 2-story corrugated ceramic wall. Sizable formal dining comfortably accommodates eight guests with pastoral wallpaper and earthy exposed brick, powder room with designer wallpaper and floating lacquered sink. Spectacular dream kitchen with mammoth 10' island with breakfast-bar seating and teardrop pendants, 48" Caf 10-burner matte-black range with brushed gold hardware, custom corrugated vent hood, textured emerald tile backsplash, double pull-out spice drawers, imported 170-year-old repurposed pantry doors with floor-to-ceiling shelves, hidden under-island drawers and cabinets, Caf matte-black appliance package including cabinet-front in-island dishwasher, undermount sink with brushed gold gooseneck faucet. Relaxing breakfast room with additional cabinet and drawer storage, quartz coffee bar, mirrored backsplash, beamed ceiling, herringbone marble floor inlay, grand picture window. Second-floor first bedroom suite with original solid-marble fireplace, penny-tile inlay, shadowbox wainscoting, luminous bay window and nook, double closet with lighting and organizers, private luxury bathroom with floating quartz vanity, decorator mirror, deep soak tub and shower with frameless glass barndoor, artisan herringbone tile. Spacious walk-in laundry room with decorative tile and shadowboxes, hall bath with quartz vanity and storage drawers, chairrailing, towering walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling porcelain tile. Second bedroom suite with exquisite original mahogany built-in closets, arched mirror with ornamental millwork, refined linen wallcoverings. Third-floor third bedroom suite with extensive custom trim, custom double closets with glass doors and pull-out shelving, walk-in closet with shelves and hanging rods, sumptuous private bathroom with double-bowl vanity, hanging globed pendants, stunning walk-in shower with mixed Carrera marble and frameless glass enclosure. Ceiling skylight cascades shimmering sun rays onto all 3 levels. Fourth bedroom suite with beamed ceiling, opulent private bath with huge walk-in shower, glass partition, custom closet with drawers. Finished basement provides an additional 356 square feet of flexible living space, cavernous 29'x6' unfinished area offers abundant additional storage. 75' side patio with gated street access and 6' privacy fence, charming private courtyard with stone pavers and turf. New 200-amp electrical service, updated plumbing, dual-zone HVAC, new tilt-in double-pane side windows, recoated roof. Brilliant design combinations like nothing you've seen before located on arguably one of Fairmount's most prestigious addresses. Pre-paid private parking until the end of the year. Shows beautifully!


Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County, Philadelphia, USA

NEAREST AIRPORTS

Distances are straight line measurements
  • Philadelphia(International)
    11.8 miles
  • Newark Liberty(International)
    71.7 miles
  • John F. Kennedy(International)
    87.4 miles
  • La Guardia(Local)
    88.5 miles
  • Baltimore(International)
    96.8 miles
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About John D Wood International, USA 4

Established in Mayfair in 1872, John D Wood & Co. has 150 years experience specialising in selling and letting properties in London, the South of England, country and internationally, as well as staff relocation services and interior consultancy, and are committed to offering a bespoke service, a strategic approach to marketing, and local expertise that has been trusted for generations.

When we promise the world, we mean it.

We cover 30+ countries through a network of strategically handpicked international partner agents who are leading agents in their markets.

Together we offer an international reach, with local expertise, and a commitment to excellence. Whether you're seeking a rural holiday home, a beachfront villa, or a city centre apartment, we can help make your dream a reality.

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