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$735,000 (USD)
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Jenkintown Area Residential Home

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131 Meetinghouse Road Jenkintown, PA 19046

5 Bed
5 Baths
5087 sqft
The charm of a classic Pennsylvania stone house combined with extensive improvements and updates = Your Dream Home! This 5,000 sqft home, located in an enclave of nearly an acre of landscaped and wooded grounds, gives you the charm and privacy of country living with easy access to downtown Philadelphia. Entertain in the gracious kitchen or dining room, on the extensive stone patios, or enjoy a quiet evening by a fire. This house is your dream come true! The Jenkintown Manor home is in award-winning Abington School District. It has a circular drive flanked by stone pillars, and fabulous interior and exterior spaces for living and entertaining. It has been impeccably maintained and updated by skilled craftsmen using the finest materials. It has new Marvin and Pella windows and doors throughout, two new HVAC systems, in-floor radiant heat and upgraded electric, including a Generac generator. The home has sweeping, sun-filled spaces featuring polished hardwood floors reflecting natural light from walls of windows and doors opening onto quiet, park-like grounds. The rooms have lofty ceilings with new recessed lighting, elegant fans and fixtures. Outside, wrap-around stone patios form outdoor living spaces that feel like a luxury resort. This beautiful oasis is enclosed by a custom-built, wrap-around cedar fence and covered porch complete with custom lighting, ceiling fans and outdoor stereo speakers. Inside are a mudroom, family-room and kitchen with Quartz counter tops, large center island for dining or food prep and extensive storage provided by built-in, custom cabinets. You'll love the six-burner Viking gas range and powerful Best stainless-steel range hood, stainless steel Viking double electric oven, Sub-Zero fridge, Asko dishwasher and Marvel wine fridge. In the master bedroom, you'll find an en-suite bathroom, multiple closets and even surround-sound speakers for optimal relaxation. Other bedrooms feature built-in cabinets, wrap-around windows and airy, open spaces your family will adore. In the above-grade, walkout basement, you'll find an expansive entertaining space with a custom-built bar, bookshelves flanking a stone fireplace with new gas insert and a new full bath. If your guests need a place to stay, or you need a playroom, au-pair or in-law suite, look no farther than the home's third floor. It offers a quiet retreat, complete with bedroom and full bath that is perfect for your guests or nanny!
Listing Courtesy of BRIGHT IDX / Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$179,000 (USD)
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Norristown Area Multi-Family Home

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401 E Fornance Street Norristown, PA 19401

3 Bed
2 Baths
1416 sqft
Welcome to 401 E Fornance - a much loved and completely updated home that has been in the same family since it was built! The entire home has been recently painted with neutral colors; and new walls, millwork and moldings were added. On the main level is a sunny, open living room/dining room area with coat closet, new Pergo floors, ceiling fan and dome lighting. This inviting area flows into the large eat-in kitchen which has been remodeled with ceramic tile floor and counter tops (both Schluter system installed), new tile backsplash, plenty of cabinets and a pantry for all your storage needs, recessed lighting, newer appliances, and access to the patio and backyard. Upstairs are 3 nice sized bedrooms all with crown molding and ceiling fans. The main BR has 2 closets and an additional closet just outside in the hall for added wardrobe space. There are wood floors in very good condition under all the upstairs carpeting. The hall bath has been newly updated with ceramic tile surround tub, new tile floor, vanity and light fixtures. There is also a hall linen closet. The basement boasts 200 square feet of additional finished living space, with Pergo flooring and recessed lighting. There is also a brand new full bath on this level, with a large ceramic shower, tile floor, vanity and fixtures. This finished area is perfect for a family room, guest room or office. In the unfinished area of the basement is the washer/dryer and plenty of room for storage. There is also access to the outside. And speaking of the outside...off the kitchen is a covered patio area (think summer BBQs) that leads to the back and side yards of this great corner lot. The driveway (accessed from Walnut Street) provides off street parking for 2 cars as well as street parking on Walnut. The fenced in back yard allows plenty of room for play equipment, but you are also just a short walk to the park and a 5 minute drive to the Elmwood Zoo. The patio has a new metal roof, there are replacement windows, new electric hot water heater, and 3 wall a/c units. A one-year AHS home warranty is provided for your added peace of mind. Come see 401 E Fornance today - this could be your new home!
Listing Courtesy of BRIGHT IDX / Coldwell Banker Realty / Nina Nell