524 S 45TH ST Philadelphia, PA 19104

Modern updates meet original charm in this Spruce Hill 5-bedroom beauty with two-car parking in the desirable Penn Alexander catchment. The location doesn't get any better: this block was featured in Philadelphia Magazine's 2015 "Most Beautiful Streets in Philly" issue. Enter to glass all-season porch with built-in custom cabinetry. Newly refinished original hardwoods with inlay detail welcome you to the living room with wood-burning fireplace and spacious dining room with crown molding and gorgeous wood chair rail. Continue to the completely renovated kitchen with subway tile backsplash and granite countertops. Kitchen opens to shaded, elevated oasis-like porch that's perfect for entertaining. Try your green thumb there or in the large front garden - an unusual perk in city living. Second floor boasts three bedrooms and spacious bath. Third floor has privacy enclosure at the top of the stairs and features two bedrooms and secondary kitchen. The basement is chock-full of potential ? easily repurpose it for your needs: in-law suite, self-contained apartment, or just bonus living space. One-car garage and one-car covered parking. Two washer/dryer sets. Enjoy the fresh paint throughout and hard-wired smoke detectors and fresh air induction. Entire roof recoated in 2015. This home can easily serve as a spacious-single family residence, or an income-generating investment. Or both at once! All this and just blocks to public transportation and the best West Philly has to offer: Clark Park, numerous restaurants, shops, Penn, CHOP, Drexel, and more. Don't miss it!