608 ABINGTON AVENUE, Glenside, PA 19038

$725,800 Asking Price

5 beds
5 baths
2,736  sqft
Built in 1930

Serenely nestled on a pretty tree lined street in Glenside Gardens sits a charismatic 2 story center hall colonial, circa 1930, demonstrating the craftsmanship & attention to detail united in the original design & construction & continued in the expansion & renovations.Pride of Ownership shows inside & out maintaining architectural features incl: traditional millwork, moldings, deep sills & hardwood floors.Arriving we are greeted by a welcoming front walk delivering views of a pretty yard & gardens.Upon entering the residence, we find the center hall foyer with striking stone flooring leading guests into the spacious 1st floor.The warm & inviting living room is bathed in natural light cascading through glistening windows onto the hardwood floor.Focal points of the living room are the eye-catching gas log stone fireplace with Pennsylvania Keystone slate hearth,stone mantle & glass doors,a lovely walk-in triple bay window,deep sill windows with pleated shades.Be sure to notice the door accessing the rear stone paver patio & back yard.The entertainment flow of the floor plan spreads to the remodeled handsome dining room presenting a second charming triple walk-in bay window & the enduring beauty of bamboo flooring which flows seamlessly into the fabulous chef's kitchen.The modern amenities include upgraded stainless appliances: LG brushed stainless French door refrigerator w/bottom drawer freezer,built-in GE Profile smooth surface electric self-cleaning range boasting a convection oven & a built-in dishwasher.Abundant white oak cabinetry,granite counters including the custom-built breakfast bar peninsula island with soft close drawers & cabinet.The gorgeous granite counters are complimented by a designer stone backsplash.There is a casement window box for your herb garden;stainless sub mount sink w/disposal & retractable faucet;recessed lighting,three delightful pendant lights over the breakfast bar & a breezy ceiling fan.The center hall guides you around to the 1st floor ceramic tiled powder room complete with pedestal sink & sconce lighting.There is a coat closet across from the powder room & a second entry to the living room.Contiguous to the living room (formerly the attached garage) is a versatile room potentially as a 1st floor bedroom,au pair or in-law suite or even a family room. The room offers Berber wall to wall carpeting,a large clothing closet,a laundry closet with stacking washer & dryer,full bath with a walk-in shower & an access door exiting to the driveway & back yard.The room is warmed by (3) electric baseboard heaters with their own thermostat & cooled by a window a/c unit.We ascend the stairs from the foyer to the 2nd floor landing offering a large walk-in cedar closet, a linen closet and the air conditioning thermostat control for the whole house.There is a stunning remodeled ceramic tiled hall bath with a classic clawfoot tub,appealing exposed stone accent wall,glass door tiled stall shower with recessed soap/shampoo shelf.There are 2 peaceful bedrooms off the hallway, each with generous closet space,lighted ceiling fans and hardwood flooring.One has an attic access panel in the closet.Additionally, there is a primary bedroom w/wall-to- wall carpet covering the hardwood flooring beneath. There is a breezy lighted ceiling fan & abundant closet storage is provided by a sizeable double door custom fitted closet and substantial walk-in custom fitted, lighted closet.At the end of the hall there is a ceramic tiled half bath with sink vanity and sconce lights.Located at the end of the hallway is the last of the 4 bedrooms which displays hardwood flooring,lighted ceiling fan,large lighted closet,built in shelving & its own thermostat for heat. The walk-out basement level has a laundryroom with full size washer, dryer & utility tub, work room, utility room, a half bath, a semi-finished room with wet bar,phone booth, closet & built-in shelves.Outback is your personal Oasis for warm weather entertaining & enjoyment!


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Kitchen - Eat-In,Attic/House Fan,Built-Ins,Carpet,Ceiling Fan(s),Cedar Closet(s),Combination Kitchen/Dining,Entry Level Bedroom,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Recessed Lighting,Stall Shower,Upgraded Countertops
Rooms:
Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Bedroom 4,Kitchen,In-Law/auPair/Suite,Laundry,Recreation Room,Utility Room,Workshop,Full Bath,Half Bath
Appliances:
Dishwasher,Disposal
Laundry:
Basement,Main Floor
Basement:
Full,Partially Finished,Outside Entrance
Flooring:
Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Solid Hardwood,Stone
A/C:
Central A/C
Heating:
Y, Baseboard - Hot Water,Radiator, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace - Glass Doors,Stone,Gas/Propane, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade
Style:
Colonial
Parking:
Asphalt Driveway

Construction

Roofing:
Pitched
Windows:
Double Hung,Energy Efficient,Replacement,Casement,Bay/Bow
General:
Stone, 2

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
ABINGTON
County:
MONTGOMERY

Lot

Zoning:
RESID, 30-00-00096-009
View:
Garden/Lawn,Panoramic,Street
Current Use:
1101

Utilities

Utilities:
Natural Gas Available,Electric Available,Sewer Available,Water Available, Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN
Exclusions:
Livibg room Wall mounted TV; Primary bedroom curtains

This listing courtesy of:
RE/MAX Services, Carol T Mallen

About Glenside, PA

Housing

Number of Units
11,824
Median Home Value
$324,273
Median Rent
$1,129

16.78% of housing units are renter occupied.

3.50% are vacant.

Commute

Car
53.88%
Public Transportation
7.07%
Walk to Work
2.09%
Work from Home
36.05%
Other
0.54%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
30,852
Median Age
40.90
Median Household Size
2.89

Education

High School
18.89%
Associate’s Degree
6.91%
Bachelor’s Degree
31.84%
Graduate Degree
23.04%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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