Newly Listed: A True Story of Loftastic Lust
Love at first sight: I’m here to tell you, it’s a thing. Take, for instance, the real-life affaire d’amour of me and 1035 Spruce St. #103. Here I was – and still am; it’s only been 20 minutes – browsing through the latest exclusive listings, when an image of crazy-gorgeous coffered walls and an adorable wood-burning stove caught my eye.
Of all the original details of this historic home that could have been preserved, I’d say the 100-year-old coffering was a solid decision.
On the market for just five days, this roomy 1/1.5, 1,020 sq. ft. nest in Washington Square West has all the hallmarks of a home that won’t make two weeks up for sale.
The home’s exterior looks out on one of WSW’s most desirable blocks.
This little beauty is celebrating its centennial this year, and is chockablock full of preserved details that really make it stand out from the crowd. To wit: the gorgeous, ornate coffered wall paneling and soaring ceilings, combined with a tall, airy window that floods the living room with natural light. Look at the pictures: it’s beyond. Like, miles beyond. Combine that with the dearest little squat woodburning stove in existence, and you have a historic home that’s a little Art Deco, a little Arts & Crafts, and a lot homey.
LOVE. Just look at all the cuteness going on here!
The kitchen is tucked in the back, with a breakfast bar. Beyond that, the washer and dryer are nestled in a custom-sized niche in the wall, near the (updated!) powder room and utility area. Warm hardwoods run throughout the first floor.
The kitchen is compact, updated, and neat as a pin. Love the breakfast bar!
Up the stairs is the sizeable loft bedroom, which touts a full bathroom and a massive closet. It looks down over the living room, but is craftily constructed for max privacy. I am not even kidding when I gush about that closet. It’s big. Really big. The bathroom melds original simplicity with modern updates, all in gleaming white. Fresh carpet covers the steps and second floor.
This sweet lofted bedroom looks down over the living room, and features a massive walk-in closet along with a full bathroom.
This house is the best of all worlds – a one bedroom that is tremendously spacious and open, yet cozy and welcoming; an old row home with all the charm and character of a century, but all the updates a 21st-century homeowner expects; living space with enough unique details to take your breath away, but simple, accomodating neutrality where it counts.
This has got to be one of the biggest walk-ins I’ve ever seen on a one bedroom unit!
All this within walking distance of dining, shopping, and entertainment in some of Philly’s best neighborhoods! Better come visit it while you have the chance… and, if you do, tell it that Shannon sends her love!
