The CENTERfold: Spring (Garden) Into Summer!

This Art Museum rowhome gave me a (pleasant) shock this morning. It gives every appearance of being a lovingly-maintained 100+-year-old grande dame, like so many Philly condos, but it was actually built in 1989. TRIPPY.

1928 Spring Garden St. #1 is a 1,200 square foot unit with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bedrooms.

It’s a newer home by Center City standards, but this nest has an old soul, and class all the way. It’s evident from the moment you cross the marble threshold beneath the stately transom of the front door and behold the 12-foot ceilings in the foyer and living room, the latter of which is graced by the glinting light of a 24-candle chandelier.

The two bedrooms are both roomy and cozy, with new carpeting and double-paned windows. One has a really nifty built-in shelving unit, and the other has a corner wood-burning fireplace!

The little details in this unit are simply outstanding. I mean, you should have seen the squeaking and grabby-hands I was making over the inlaid copper tin backsplash and copper fixtures in the kitchen (LOVE), luxury bathroom trim (including marble floors), and vintage-styled arch windows in the living room.

As an unexpected, unusual bonus, some furniture is included with the unit: a gracious dining table with six chairs, several antique mirrors, art and décor, and a Gorilla extension ladder.

There’s a single deeded parking space (swoon!), and both a fenced front yard and enclosed side yard. Partake in some people-watching as you sip your morning coffee, or enjoy your own private retreat – you have your choice every day with these fantastic dual outdoor spaces.

You can’t beat the location here, either. All within two blocks are Whole Foods, The Philadelphia Athletic Club, and Starbucks. Running and biking paths are close by, along with scores of amazing restaurants. Need to get downtown? It’s only fifteen minutes away!

This pretty little rowhome won’t last at $365,000, so ask about it today!