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5109 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143

$580,000
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BEDS5 BATHS3 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET2,500 MLS#PAPH2683486
STATUSACTIVE PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Townhouse SUBDIVISIONUNIVERSITY CITY SCHOOLTHE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Property Description

Welcome to 5109 Catharine, a light filled 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home located on a tree lined street in the highly desirable neighborhood of Cedar Park. As you approach the property, you’re greeted by a delightful south facing facade, tiered stoop for plants and flowers, a large low maintenance front yard with maximum curb appeal. Conveniently located steps away from parks, shops and restaurants Step inside to discover a warm sunroom bathed in natural light. A perfect space to relax and unwind. A large original window connects the sun room to the main living area allowing more natural light into the home. The open floor plan seamlessly connects to the dining area and updated and modern kitchen. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, exposed brick, original woodwork, recessed lighting, central air conditioning, and a convenient first floor half bath off of the kitchen. In the spacious kitchen, you’ll find an abundance of storage, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, pot filler, quartz countertops, gas range and peninsula for additional prep space and seating. The kitchen and dining areas are functional for preparing large meals and excellent places to host memorable experiences with family and friends. Off of the kitchen is a nice sized mudroom, which houses a bar, small pantry, washer and dryer and powder room. Off of this room you'll find a perfectly sized backyard space. Designed for easy upkeep, gardening and spacious enough for summer grilling, lounging and entertaining with the addition of string lights to create a cozy outdoor oasis. As you ascend to the second floor, you’ll find three comfortably sized bedrooms that offer ample storage and natural light, creating cozy retreats for rest and relaxation. You'll find thoughtful custom shelving and built-ins in the primary bedroom with original mirrored built in closets in the rear bedroom. The contemporary hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo, modern light fixture and vanity with additional storage. The serene primary has two large custom closets, additional overhead storage and a luxury ensuite bathroom with a double vanity, walk-in glass shower and marble backsplash. The finished lower-level features two large additional bedrooms and a full hall bath. This level also houses all of the mechanicals, high efficiency furnace, sump pump, 200-amp system and brand-new water line. This home truly stands out with its roomy and inviting atmosphere along with the perfect balance of modern updates and original details. Move right in and immerse yourself in this well-loved home. The property's convenient location is just one block from the recently redone playgrounds at Cedar Park & Malcolm X Park. Fantastic shops and restaurants on Baltimore Ave; Mariposa Food Co-op, Bookers Restaurant, Cleo Bagels and Carbon Copy. Easily accessible public transportation with just a short ride to Penn, Drexel, Penn Medicine, CHOP and Center City. Welcome home! NOTE: This home has a tax abatement that ends December 31, 2028.

5109 Catharine Street | MLS# PAPH2683486

This townhouse located at 5109 Catharine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19143 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $580,000. This property was built in 1920 and has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 partial baths with 2500 sq. ft. Catharine Street is located in the UNIVERSITY CITY subdivision within the THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA school district. Search UNIVERSITY CITY real estate on michael-sciarretta.homesale.com today.

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Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Townhouse
Basement: Yes
Basement: Fully Finished
Cooling: Central A/C
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air
Home Style: Traditional
Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
Stories: 2.0
Taxes: $1,511
Year Built: 1920

Feature Descriptions

Additional Structures: Above Grade
Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
Exterior: Brick
Flooring: Hardwood
Lot: Front Yard, Rear Yard
Lot Dimensions: 0.04 Acre(S)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Sewer: Public Septic
SQFT Above Finished: 2500
SQFT Total Finished: 2500
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Water: Public

Local Schools

School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

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Agency Name: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
Agency Phone: 2674358015

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$ 1,585.91 per month $1,290.83 Principal & Interest $125.92 Property Tax $169.17 Homeowner's Insurance

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