Philadelphia, PA 19126,6653 LAWNTON AVE
Philadelphia, PA 19126,6653 LAWNTON AVE
Philadelphia, PA 19126,6653 LAWNTON AVE
$400,000
Est. payment /mo
$467,000
14.3%
Est.Price: ?

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6 Beds
4 Baths
3,063 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 03/01/2023

Key Details

Sold Price $400,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,063 sqft

Price per Sqft $130

Subdivision East Oak Lane

MLS Listing ID PAPH2137842

Sold Date 03/01/23

Style Traditional,French,Colonial,Manor

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 3,063

Originating Board BRIGHT

Year Built 1900

Annual Tax Amount $4,997

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 0.322 Acres

Acres 0.32

Lot Dimensions 90.00 x 156.00

Property Description

Seldom does one encounter such a stunning architectural gem set so quietly amongst verdant beauty in the City. Slate sidewalks of yesteryear softly beckon to a welcoming Wissahickon schist, wrap-around Porch cooly shaded by sculpted evergreens. The softly curved stone walls create fabulous spaces to gather with an adjacent Solarium graciously serving multi-seasonal fun. An impressive 1900c. 'Dutch door' w/ original hardware commands attention and introduces a Foyer fitting this subtly grand French Colonial Manor. Bejeweled Stained glass adds beauty and light; while the handsome, unblemished, and expertly crafted wood molding soulfully frames the experience. The intricate staircase w/ its carved festooned Newell post and tuck-away bench, plus a floral papered Powder Room- just delight. The double-wide pocket doors link the spacious Living Room with the luscious Library. Custom bookshelves and a brick and limestone wood-burning fireplace stand ready to serve a cozy conversation or a serious chess match. Classicly designed for the ages, impeccable louvered shutters in both rooms offer privacy, visual depth, and additional comfort from the elements. Oak Parkay w/ Mahogany inlay flooring grounds... and soaring ceilings infuse airy movement above. A large Hall Closet, Dining Room, Breakfast Room, a convenient Laundry Room, Back Staircase, and an 'Oh-so-charming Kitchen-' complete the first level. High-performance flooring meeting today's exacting standards marry well with the impeccable and rare "Boomerang" Formica counters. Paneled walls are back- didn't you hear?! Amber glass lighting fixtures crown above, and all combined offer glimpses of design excellence through the decades of this homey Home owned by the same loving family for over 50 years. Impeccably maintained systems- the next owner benefits by a new roof, new heater, new boiler... and knowing how adored this treasure of a property remains to the generations it has and will serve. The 2nd and 3rd levels offer 6+ rooms for a myriad of uses: Bedrooms, Home Office, Art and 'Dance' Studios, a useful second Kitchette, storage galore (see included 3D Virtual Tour for Home's complete creative layout)... 3.5+ Baths serve- authentically appointed and expertly tiled (Clawfoot bathtime, anyone?). Competition for 'the star' room upstairs, however, just might be the expansive Primary En Suite w/ Morning Room- w/ Carrera marbled mantle, bookshelves, gleaming refinished floors, and birds-eye perch through the French doors to views of the canopy trees for which this lovely East Oak Lane neighborhood is known: "The lungs of Philadelphia." Though one might never wish to leave the gorgeous interior- outdoor living abounds at 6653 Lawnton with a huge fenced back yard, slate terrace, and a two-car Garage/ Carriage House w/ original Gardner's 'toilette' (someone please restore- so cute!). Supported by an engaged Community of neighbors with the Oak Lane Tree Tenders; the Civic Association, OLCAA; plus The Friends of the Oak Lane Library- this area is special. A commuters paradise as the Regional Rail is a short walking jaunt- 4 stops to Center City then straight onto the Airport- enjoy low City Taxes AND amazing Suburban shopping in directly adjacent Montgomery County.

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19126 (19126)

Zoning RSD3

Rooms

Basement Full, Poured Concrete, Rough Bath Plumb, Workshop

Interior

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Brick, Stone, Wood

Fireplace Y

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Feature Wrap Around, Porch(es), Terrace

Garage Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener

Garage Spaces 4.0

Fence Chain Link, Rear

Waterfront N

Water Access N

View Garden/Lawn

Roof Type Architectural Shingle

Accessibility 48\"+ Halls, >84\" Garage Door, 2+ Access Exits

Porch Wrap Around, Porch(es), Terrace

Parking Type Detached Garage, Driveway

Total Parking Spaces 4

Garage Y

Building

Story 3

Foundation Stone

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Traditional, French, Colonial, Manor

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

Structure Type High,9'+ Ceilings,Plaster Walls

New Construction N

Schools

High Schools Central

School District The School District Of Philadelphia

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 611180800

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source Assessor

Security Features 24 hour security

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

Financing Cash,Conventional

Special Listing Condition Standard

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Listed by Kelly McShain Tyree • Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Bought with Janis Benstock • Settle Down Philadelphia

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