KIM BOWDEN

Description

Tucked Into a Quiet Pocket of Whitemarsh Township Along the Wissahickon Creek Lies a One-Of-a-Kind Historic Colonial, First Built in the 1740s and Thoughtfully Expanded in 1905 and Again in 1982; Surrounded on Three Sides by State and County Parkland, This Timeless Home Sits on Over an Acre of Lush, Private Land—an Oasis for Nature Lovers, Artists, and Anyone Who Craves Serenity and Character; This Home is Located In Whitemarsh Township, Flourtown, Only 25 mins From Center City & 40 Mins from an International Airport; The Setting Feels Like Something Out of a Storybook: Deer Wander Through the Backyard, the Creek Hums Nearby, and Every Window Offers a View of Greenery and Wildlife; While the World Outside Moves Fast, Life Here Slows Down Just Enough to Catch Your Breath and Enjoy the Beauty of Each Season; The Home is in Move-In Condition, and All the Systems Have Been Updated; Step Inside to Find 5 Bedrooms,4 Bathrooms, and an Abundance of Warmth and Craftsmanship; From the Brick-Floored Foyer and Arched Doorways With Custom Drapes, to the Gas Fireplace in the Sunny Living Room, Every Space Invites You in With Comfort and Grace; The Large Kitchen Offers Modern Conveniences—Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, an Island, and Recessed Lighting—Without Losing the Charm of Its Original Roots; The Butler’s Pantry Is Ready for Your Next Gathering, and the Spacious Dining Room With a Fireplace and Window Seat Feels Like the Perfect Place to Host Holiday Dinners; Upstairs, the Primary Suite Includes a Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, and a Private Bath With Soaking Tub; Each Bedroom Has Its Own Personality, and the Third Floor Makes a Great Flex Space of Guest Quarters; Updates Include a Remodeled Powder Room, New Lighting, and a 4-Year-Old Electric and Heating System—Both Smartly Relocated Out of the Basement for Flood Safety; Yes, This Home Is in a Flood Zone, and in the Spirit of Full Transparency, That’s Why It’s Priced Below Market Value; The Sellers Have Taken Thoughtful Steps to Mitigate Potential Flooding: They Installed a Protective Wall and a Powerful Pump System, and There’s Been No Water Intrusion During Their Ownership with The Changes They Have Made, Even During Major Storms; The Basement May Collect Water During Intense Weather, but It’s Unfinished and Houses No Mechanicals, and the Pump Takes Care of It; Flood Insurance Is Approximately $358/Month and Buyers Must Qualify For a Mortgage with This Included in Their Approval (or Be Approved For a $550k Home); The Barn, a Charming Relic With Great Potential, Needs a New Roof (Estimate $12–$20k) and Is Included As-Is; Imagine Turning It Into a Studio, Workshop, or a Guesthouse; You Won’t Find Another Property Like This—Certified Pre-Owned, Pre-Inspected, and Priced To Sell! The Seller Is Even Including a Unique Piece of History: a Creek House Notecard Press Plate As a Nod to the Story This Home Continues to Tell; Schedule Your Private Showing and Fall in Love This Unique and Charming Home! This Home Will Not Last!!! Certified Pre-Owned Home Has Been Pre-Inspected, Report Available in MLS Downloads, See What Repairs Have Been Made!

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