5835 Wissahickon Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144-4446 $399,900
Interior Sq. Ft: 2,404
Acreage: 0.07
Age:124 years
Style:
Colonial
Subdivision: Germantown
Design/Type:
Detached
Description
Within the southern reaches of Northwest Philadelphia adjacent to Wissahickon Park, tree-lined Lincoln Drive snakes its way through dense parkland dotted with grand homes, estates, and trailheads. Beautiful historic architecture at every turn, one home prettier than the next, you can’t help but fall for the storied Germantown neighborhood. Behold 5835 Wissahickon Avenue, one of five delightful homes situated between Lincoln Drive and Lehman Lane in front architect, Joseph Miller Huston’s grand Oaks Cloister. Sitting high off the street behind a stone wall, it offers glorious views across Wissahickon Valley Park which boasts 57 miles of trails among 18 acres of lush parkland. This circa 1900 home has great bones, preserved architectural details, and a comfortable layout. Patinaed original hardwood floors with delicate walnut trim, arched doorways, and thick molding and trim work harken to a simpler time and evoke feelings of nostalgia. The sun-drenched living room brings classic simplicity and design-sensitive renovations with plenty of bohemian rustic charm. The dining room is spacious and perfect for hosting a large dinner party and opens to the delightful kitchen featuring butcher block countertops, open shelving, and loads of vintage charm and farmhouse aesthetic. A convenient powder room rounds out the floor. On the second and third floors, find five spacious and sunny bedrooms with hardwood floors and a renovated full bath boasting classic white subway tile, a pedestal sink, a laundry closet, and retro-inspired black and white tile floor. The basement is unfinished and offers dry storage. The crowning jewel is the wonderfully lush backyard with gated alley access. The spectacular grounds feature a canopy of mature trees, serene gardens, and plenty of room to host a large housewarming party. 5835 Wissahickon Avenue is centrally located to several outstanding schools including Germantown Friends, Waldorf and Penn Charter. Enjoy a stroll through the park directly across the street, coffee at Ultimo or Papertrail Bike Café located within historic Rittenhouse Town, and find healthful and local grocery shopping at nearby Weaver’s Way Co-Op and A&N Produce. On cobblestoned Germantown Avenue, Germantown’s bustling commercial corridor, find Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books, Young American Hard Cider Tasting Room, and The Frosted Fox Cake Shop. Nearby, the revitalized Wayne Junction, which dates back to the 1880s and is a National Historic District, houses Attic Brewing, Merzbacher’s Bakery and Deke’s Barbeque. Just minutes to both the Chelten train station, a commute to Center City is a breeze. In a neighborhood rife with historic architecture, this lovely home ticks all the boxes. A truly exceptional property with charm and thoughtful renovations in a soul-filled home.
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
Features
Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Natural Gas, None, None, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Upper Floor Laundry
Garage/Parking
None
Interior
Full Basement
Exterior
Block Foundation, Flat Roof, Pitched Roof, Stone Exterior, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Lot
Level Lot, Scenic Vista View, Trees/Woods View, Park/Greenbelt
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Public Elementary (131 schools)
Public Middle (26 schools)
Public High (57 schools)
Private (121 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19144), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 34
- Average salary of people in this community: $43,662
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 12,730
- Household Size (ppl): 2.25
- Households w/ Children: 50%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 7,185 (32.2%)
- Rented: 11,345 (50.8%)
- Vacant: 3,788 (17.0%)
- Total: 22,318
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 2.5%
- Some High School: 12.2%
- High School Graduate: 28.3%
- Some College: 18.1%
- Associate Degree: 6.7%
- Bachelor's Degree: 17.5%
- Graduate Degree: 14.8%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $34,075
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $734
- One Bedroom: $847
- Two Bedroom: $1,076
- Three Bedroom: $1,080
- Four Bedroom: $1,090
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