420 W Allens Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119-2804 $1,199,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 4,300
Acreage: 0.4
Age:168 years
Style:
Farmhouse/National Folk
Subdivision: Mt Airy (West)
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
There’s space for everyone and a multitude of possibilities for exceptional living at this one of a kind West Mount Airy oasis featuring a 5 bed, 3.5 bath home AND a 2 bed, 1 bath carriage house! Long before pioneering suburbanites moved to upper West Mount Airy for proximity to the wild and scenic Wissahickon, the first shots of the Germantown battle of the Revolutionary War were fired on what is Allens Lane today. Whether or not George Washington hitched his horse on the land that became 420 W Allens Lane, this late 19th century home is full of fabulous historic detail, along with all the upgrades and amenities of modern living. Situated on nearly half an acre of immaculate grounds, the home and carriage house combination are ideal for multi-generational living, working from home, an artist in need of a studio, or additional rental income. Imagine residing in the carriage house while transforming the main house into a charming bed and breakfast featuring three spacious sleeping suites. The opportunities are boundless! The main house welcomes you through a glass-paned vestibule into an elegant formal living room. This room features large windows, built-in bookshelves, original hardwood floors, and a magnificent fireplace that commands attention as its focal point. Adjacent to the living room is a spacious dining room, perfect for memorable gatherings. It is complemented by a butler’s pantry with wet bar, beverage refrigerator, granite countertops, and stylish built-in cabinets. The eat-in chef’s kitchen, equipped with stainless appliances, Smeg range and underfloor heating, is a light-filled, happy space with a convenient laundry area and powder room, while the rear-entry mudroom adds practicality. A sunlit family room with views across the lawn and a second fireplace completes the first level. The second floor, accessed by front and rear staircases, offers three bedrooms, including one currently configured as a suite with dressing room and en-suite bathroom and another with an adjacent sitting room and full bathroom. On the third floor, you'll discover a generous bedroom that could serve as the primary suite, alongside a versatile fifth bedroom that doubles as an office, dressing room, or sitting area. Lastly, there’s a beautiful bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. The historic carriage house, with its vaulted wood beam ceilings, wood-burning fireplace, and deck offering garden views, is the pièce de résistance! With two bedrooms, a galley kitchen, and a full bath, it provides an ideal space for guests, in-laws, a studio, tenants, or office. Below, there is a three-car garage with two EV chargers and abundant storage. Beautifully landscaped and fully fenced, the grounds offer both aesthetic beauty and practical space for gardening, playing, entertaining, and relaxation. Don’t forget to see the charming chicken coop! ! Freshly painted exterior; newer roofing; privacy fence; new chimney flues and EPA certified wood burning insert; and updated wiring and plumbing are all great advantages. The location offers easy access to the city, and the convenience of walking to dining, shopping, Fairmount Park trails and public transit in both Mount Airy and Chestnut Hill. This timeless home, full of historical charm and contemporary comforts, is absolutely one of a kind.
Two EV chargers.
Bedroom 1: 11 X 10 - Upper 1
Bedroom 2: 11 X 9 - Upper 1
Bedroom 3: 17 X 12 - Upper 1
5TH BED: 10 X 9 - Upper 1
Kitchen: 11 X 13 - Main
Family Room: 24 X 11 - Main
Living Room: 26 X 15 - Main
Attic:
Primary Bed:
In-Law/auPair/Suite:
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Buyer Agency Comp*: 2.5 % Of Gross Seller Concession: 2.50 %
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Radiant Heating, Natural Gas, Central A/C, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Lower Floor Laundry, Main Floor Laundry, Cable TV
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Private Parking, Detached Garage Spaces #: 3;
Interior
2nd Kitchen, Attic/House Fan, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Exposed Beams, Primary Bath(s), Unfinished Basement, Ceramic Tile Flooring, Wood Flooring, Fireplace Insert, Wood Fireplace, Energy Efficient Windows, Insulated Windows, Replacement Windows, Security System
Exterior
Stone Foundation, Flat Roof, Pitched Roof, Shingle Roof, Stone Exterior, Deck(s), Porch(es), Exterior Lighting
Lot
Level Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Subdivision Possible, Fully Fenced, Privacy Fence, Wood Fence
Select a school from the following list. Schools are grouped by school type.
The schools on this list are selected by their proximity of up to 5 miles to the property address.
Proximity does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Please contact the school directly for more information on enrollment requirements.
* If there are more than 5 schools of any type within a close proximity, click on the button to see additional schools of that type near the search address.
Public Elementary (79 schools)
Public Middle (14 schools)
Public High (28 schools)
Private (95 schools)
© 2024 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.
This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19119), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 37
- Average salary of people in this community: $61,100
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 8,691
- Household Size (ppl): 2.32
- Households w/ Children: 46%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 7,600 (57.4%)
- Rented: 4,185 (31.6%)
- Vacant: 1,453 (11.0%)
- Total: 13,238
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.
Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 1.6%
- Some High School: 4.4%
- High School Graduate: 20.6%
- Some College: 17.2%
- Associate Degree: 6.3%
- Bachelor's Degree: 22.9%
- Graduate Degree: 26.9%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $64,237
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $663
- One Bedroom: $922
- Two Bedroom: $1,057
- Three Bedroom: $1,224
- Four Bedroom: $1,886
© 2024 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.
Contact Information
Schedule an Appointment to See this Home
Request more information
or call me now at 302-234-6089
Listing Courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill , (215) 247-3750
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement. The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
Copyright BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved
Listing data as of 7/05/2024.