411 Old Forge Rd, Media, PA – Make an Offer

411 Old Forge Rd, Media, PA

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4 BEDROOMS | 3067 SqFt

Circa 1794, this historic home was once the home of James Emlen, a prominent Philadelphia Quaker, who used the home as a private Quaker boarding school and was built over the span of three centuries . The tavern and the living room make up the original home which was built in 1794, in 1836 Emlen added the dining room and the kitchen was added in the early 1900's. Enter the home from the front porch into the spacious living room with original wide plank hardwood floor and fireplace completed with original Mercer tiles. Off the living room is the original Tavern with it's own fireplace, bar, sitting area and deep window seat, the perfect place to relax or entertain. The dining room sits between the living room and the kitchen and boasts a built in china cabinet and another fireplace. Continue through to the kitchen which has been restored in the spirit of the homes original character with upgraded stainless steel appliances, a custom lantern and has an amazing few of the pond in the back yard. The kitchen opens up to the rear porch which runs the length of the home. Follow one of the two staircases to the second floor where you will find three of the four bedrooms and two full bathrooms (one with a claw foot tub!), and two more fireplaces. For added convenience, the laundry room is also on second floor. Continue up to the third floor to find the fourth sun filled bedroom.Improvements to the home include the addition of smart phone compatible central air, vector alarm system, new zoned plumbing, new 300amp electrical service, new gas boiler, and poured concrete for basement floor. The property also abuts the Penns State Trail and the Rocky Run YMCA. The 2.5 acres of natural beauty include a stream with a bridge leading to a pond, apple trees and arguably one of the widest Sycamore trees in Media.

 

44 Shady Hill Rd, Media, PA

44 Shady Hill Rd, Media, PA

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4 BEDROOMS | 2301 SqFt

Country splendor with all the conveniences of town. Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath house available in the Rose Tree Media School District a 1/2 mile from downtown Media and 1/4 mile from the train to Philly–a commuter’s dream! House is situated on a 1+ acre lot, with a large yard, substantial organic vegetable garden, and mature plantings. Enter into the center hall with hardwood floors throughout; large, open-concept kitchen / dining room, completely rebuilt in 2014 with state of the art induction cooktop; home office with built-in book shelves and cabinets; large living room with fireplace; powder room; a three-season room for the warmer months, and an attached 2 car garage with an attic above for storage. Second floor features all four bedrooms: large 2014 remodeled master bedroom with substantial closet space, lofted ceiling with exposed beams, hardwood floors, and marble-tiled master bath with double sinks; second large bedroom with hardwood floors and walk-in closet; third bedroom hardwood floors and spacious closet; hall bath with bathtub and storage closet; and smaller fourth bedroom with en-suite full bath with shower-tub, perfect for guests or for an au-pair or in-laws . This one won’t last long! The yard has an invisible fence.

 

411 Old Forge Rd, Media, PA

411 Old Forge Rd, Media, PA

open house

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4 BEDROOMS | 3067 SqFt

Circa 1794, this historic home was once the home of James Emlen, a prominent Philadelphia Quaker, who used the home as a private Quaker boarding school and was built over the span of three centuries . The tavern and the living room make up the original home which was built in 1794, in 1836 Emlen added the dining room and the kitchen was added in the early 1900’s. Enter the home from the front porch into the spacious living room with original wide plank hardwood floor and fireplace completed with original Mercer tiles. Off the living room is the original Tavern with it’s own fireplace, bar, sitting area and deep window seat, the perfect place to relax or entertain. The dining room sits between the living room and the kitchen and boasts a built in china cabinet and another fireplace. Continue through to the kitchen which has been restored in the spirit of the homes original character with upgraded stainless steel appliances, a custom lantern and has an amazing few of the pond in the back yard. The kitchen opens up to the rear porch which runs the length of the home. Follow one of the two staircases to the second floor where you will find three of the four bedrooms and two full bathrooms (one with a claw foot tub!), and two more fireplaces. For added convenience, the laundry room is also on second floor. Continue up to the third floor to find the fourth sun filled bedroom.Improvements to the home include the addition of smart phone compatible central air, vector alarm system, new zoned plumbing, new 300amp electrical service, new gas boiler, and poured concrete for basement floor. The property also abuts the Penns State Trail and the Rocky Run YMCA. The 2.5 acres of natural beauty include a stream with a bridge leading to a pond, apple trees and arguably one of the widest Sycamore trees in Media.

 

1610 Iseminger, Philadelphia, PA

1610 Iseminger, Philadelphia, PA

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3 BEDROOMS | 2 Baths (1 full, 1 half ) BATHROOMS |

This house is an absolute charmer! Running parallel to the Miracle on 13th St, this is a wider lot than most on this street, with a brand new kitchen and added half bathroom on the first floor. The living room feels warm and welcoming with sunlight that pours in through the large front window, complimented by original honey toned hardwood floors. The kitchen…out with the old and in with the new!! New cabinets providing ample storage, granite countertops, double sided kitchen sink, subway tile backsplash and stunning grey tiled floors. Through the kitchen is the back door opening to a quaint private patio. The second floor hosts a larger bedroom in the front of the house that looks out over the street, a second bedroom in the middle and third bedroom/office in the rear along with a full bathroom. What do the previous occupants love about this house you ask? Everything! Bust mostly the lifestyle that the location provides, just steps from the famous stretch of Passyunk Ave, you have a world of fun and excitement right around the corner!

 

1610 Iseminger, Philadelphia, PA – Just Listed

1610 Iseminger, Philadelphia, PA

Just Listed

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3 BEDROOMS | 2 Baths (1 full, 1 half ) BATHROOMS |

This house is an absolute charmer! Running parallel to the Miracle on 13th St, this is a wider lot than most on this street, with a brand new kitchen and added half bathroom on the first floor. The living room feels warm and welcoming with sunlight that pours in through the large front window, complimented by original honey toned hardwood floors. The kitchen…out with the old and in with the new!! New cabinets providing ample storage, granite countertops, double sided kitchen sink, subway tile backsplash and stunning grey tiled floors. Through the kitchen is the back door opening to a quaint private patio. The second floor hosts a larger bedroom in the front of the house that looks out over the street, a second bedroom in the middle and third bedroom/office in the rear along with a full bathroom. What do the previous occupants love about this house you ask? Everything! Bust mostly the lifestyle that the location provides, just steps from the famous stretch of Passyunk Ave, you have a world of fun and excitement right around the corner!