1548 E. Montgomery Avenue
Sold in Fishtown! Welcome to 1548 E. Montgomery, a truly spectacular custom-built Fishtown home. The first floor consists of a large living room, beautiful galley kitchen with island, and a dining room. Living room highlights include bamboo floors, plenty of natural light, built-in shelving and is wired for surround sound. The large galley kitchen would be a dream to cook and entertain in, featuring a reclaimed wood custom-built kitchen island, stainless steel appliances, lots of cabinet and counter space, and glass tile back-splash. There is a half bath off the kitchen as well. Entering the dining room you will notice the gorgeous hanging glass pendant light fixture, and the reclaimed wood and exposed brick entry way. French doors lead you to your 30x15ft. double wide yard which was designed by a landscape architect with a balance of landscaping and hardscaping in mind, it features custom pavers, custom-built cedar wood bench, a trex deck and 3 mature witch hazel trees. Backyard is also wired for speakers.
Heading up to the second floor, you'll find a bright and airy 2nd floor family room, with high ceilings, sky light, more built-in shelving and exposed structural steel and brick. There are two really nice size bedrooms, and a full bath. A laundry closet with newly upgraded high efficiency washer and dryer has been strategically placed between the bedrooms on the 2nd floor. The entire 3rd floor is dedicated to the master bedroom and master bath. The master bedroom boasts cathedral ceilings with custom exposed steel collar ties, an exposed brick wall, restored original hardwood floors, plenty of closet space, an abundance of natural light and a Juliet balcony. The large master bath has dual sinks and a custom-built shower. There is also a partially finished basement with a half bath; perfect playroom for the kids or additional entertainment room. The entire house is wired with coax and Cat5 internet drops.The homes brick facade was rebuilt in 2009, and the rest of the home was gutted down to the joists, and completely renovated in 2010/2011. The current owners worked with an architect/contractor to design the home down to the placement of the last power receptacle. Renovation included all new windows, high efficiency HVAC system and 200-amp electric service, and new graded concrete breezeway, poured in 2018.
Not only is this a great space, the home is also in a great location! Short distance to Frankford Ave, and the Berks El stop. Within a few blocks of the home you have Riverwards Produce Market, Cedar Point Bar & Kitchen, Loco Pez, ReAnimator Coffee, Aether, Over Easy Breakfast Club, Philly Style Bagels, Evil Genius Beer Company, Palmer Park, the list goes on and on. Make your appointment today, you don't want to let this one get away!
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