MARLA SCHECHTER

Description

Located on serene Panama Street, heralded by the Philadelphia Inquirer as one of the most picturesque blocks in Center City, this Fitler Square home features three bedrooms, a den, two bathrooms, two fireplaces, and two outdoor spaces. The inviting yellow brick façade with scarlet accents welcomes you into the first floor’s open plan with its stylish mix of contemporary and vintage touches. The living room features a handsome slate fireplace and mantel. Connecting the living, dining, and kitchen spaces is a sleek architect-designed, custom unit with cabinetry, shelving, and a versatile work-at-home or homework desk complete with task lighting. The updated kitchen boasts a breakfast bar, shaker-style cabinetry, and granite countertops. The south-facing backyard includes raised beds filled with lush plantings, creating the perfect garden escape to enjoy with family or guests. The second-floor den is a haven of natural light, perfect for a playroom, nursery or office. Sliders lead to the deck surrounded by peaceful treetop views. Also on this level, the main bedroom has three closets, each with thoughtful, functional built-ins. The custom blue-and-white-tiled bathroom has a stall shower and a marble vanity with storage above and below. On the upper level, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The rear bedroom, a south-facing room, benefits from the natural light provided by a lovely picture window. A large front bedroom, with a beamed ceiling and the original fireplace, now functions as a workspace/music studio/guest room and has a view of Center City’s skyscrapers. In the unfinished basement, find a brand-new electrical system, a recently installed washer and dryer, a workbench, and a wall of storage running the length of the house. Use it to hold everything from holiday decor to sporting gear; it also doubles as a pantry. Mechanicals include app-controlled central heat and AC, and a security system. The location of this home, within the Greenfield Elementary catchment and near The Philadelphia School, is unbeatable. It’s just four doors from Fitler Square and a block from the Markward/Schuylkill Banks, an expansive park offering tennis, baseball, and basketball facilities, after-school and summer camp programs, a dog park, a community garden, and a scenic bike path along the Schuylkill River. Steps away from great dining options like Ambrosia, Rival Brothers, Mr. Rabbit Coffee, Sally, Cafe Lutecia, and Trattoria Carina. There’s easy access to Penn, CHOP and UPenn Hospitals, Drexel, and Route 76. Easy walk to grocery stores and shops. All this and still located on a quiet cobble-stoned, tree-lined block.

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