528 Arbutus St, Philadelphia, PA 19119

First time to hit the market in 38 years! Stunning updated 5 bedroom, 2 full bath Stone home with a detached 1-car garage, a stone fireplace, enclosed front porch/sunroom, rear patio, full walkout basement with egress door, living room, dining room, kitchen with a breakfast bar on sought-after Arbutus Street with a rare large side yard as well as front & rear yards in the always sought-after West Mt. Airy neighborhood. Period details blend seamlessly with modern upgrades throughout this classic home, offering lots of character, warmth, charm, & practical living in a vibrant community. Step through the restored enclosed front porch with working windows & screens that opens into a spacious layout filled with natural light, restored: original millwork, 5-panel wood doors, Crystal doorknobs, windows, & top-nail Oak hardwood floors with Walnut inlay throughout. The open-concept main level features a front porch, large living & dining rooms as well as a fully updated cook's kitchen with a breakfast bar with Maple Shaker cabinetry, solid surface countertops, LVP flooring, LG, GE, Maytag & Bosch appliances, a disposal, multiple pantries & LED recessed & under cabinet lighting. The kitchen even has its own exterior entrance door & flows effortlessly into the dining & living rooms, perfect for daily living or entertaining. There are front, side & rear yards with a rear patio that are ideal spaces for kids, pets, gardening, or your next party, BBQ, birthday or special occasion. Upstairs, on the second floor the expansive primary bedroom suite features multiple closets, plus dressing/sitting/desk area. The updated first full bath offers a tub/shower with Marble Basketweave floor tile, Marble wall tile, White vanity, Matte Black fixtures & recessed LED lighting. Two additional bedrooms feature ample windows, light, storage & custom built-ins. On the third floor are the 4th & 5th bedrooms with walk-in closets & the updated second full bath offers a tub/shower combo, White vanity, Matte Black fixtures, Ceramic floor tile & vintage wall sconces. There are linen closets in the hallways on the second & third floors. All bedrooms have brand new Matte Black modern ceiling fans. The large walkout basement has recessed LED lighting, a laundry area with utility sink that has direct access to the rear & side yards & garage. With its own entrance the lower level would be great for kids, pets, or home office. This flexible space is also perfect for a Peloton or fitness area, workshop, studio, playroom, or extra storage. Extensive updates include: kitchen, baths, roof, 200 amp electric, windows, doors, automatic garage door opener, LED recessed lights, Brushed Brass & Matte Black light fixtures & ceiling fans, boiler and gas hot water heater, the entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted & all the original Top-Nail Oak hardwood floors on all 3 floors with Walnut inlay were just professionally refinished. Additional features: ample closets, & lots of windows for natural light. Front, side & rear yards are perfect for entertaining. If you're seeking an updated home with period details, modern amenities, & room to spread out both inside & outside. Enjoy an incredible location just a couple of blocks from the "Upsal & Carpenter" SEPTA Stations with easy access to Center City, Suburban Station, 30th St. Station, universities, hospitals, & the airport. Only blocks to Weavers Way, High Point Cafe, CW Henry School, Germantown Jewish Center. Walk to Germantown Avenue's cafes, brew pubs, boutiques, & ice cream shops. Close to Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Germantown Friends, Waldorf, Norwood-Font, Crefeld, Penn Charter, and Germantown Academy. Outdoor lovers will enjoy proximity to Carpenter's Woods, Cresheim Trail, Fairmount Park, & the Wissahickon Valley trails. Easy access to Lincoln & Kelly Drives, Routes 1, 76, 46, 309, 276, 95. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, the estimated 2025 property taxes would be $5119.

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