Janet Lippincott's Featured Listings

Well-Maintained Single

Price: $434500
Beds: 5
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

This house has got to be one of the best-built homes in the area. Stone four-square detached home c. 1911 on open 50' x 162' lot. Only three owners since. Meticulously tended. Every upgrade of superior quality and attention to original detail. High ceilings, unpainted wood trim, oak floors. Basement: high-ceilinged, unfinished, bright, well-planned space with sparkling new bath and walk-out exit. First floor: large entry, spacious bright living room, formal dining room, upgraded efficient eat-in kitchen with large pantry. Second floor: 4 bedrooms with a beautiful bath. Third floor: over-large family room, fifth bedroom. Improvements during the seller's ownership: new roof, gutters, downspouts, ugraded kitchen, large private rear deck, re-lined chimney, new storm windows and doors, new private rear deck off of the kitchen overlooking wonderful open rear lawns. Off-street parking for several cars.

1880's Dutch Revival on 1/3 of an Acre

Price: $335000
Beds: 7
Baths: 3
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

This significant 1880’s Dutch Revival single is situated on 1/3 acre and surrounded on two sides by Fairmount Park (across from Price and Stafford Streets) and set above the street allowing privacy and woodsy views. It’s a grand 4300 sq ft house with 7 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, eat-in kitchen, pantry/laundry, master suite, 25 over 1 windows with interior shutters, full length back patio, new top of the line roof, fireplace with insert, two car garage (with tree in front), front porch, elevator (needs repair), game room with professional pool table and full darkroom. The property needs updating and cosmetic work and is being sold “as is”.

16th floor condo with 180 degree views

Price: $165000
Beds: 0
Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

From the 16th floor full length balcony, you will see more than 180 degrees of expansive views including the Schuylkill River all the way across to the Betsy Ross bridge. A wall of glass and sliding doors allows plenty of light into piece-of-the-sky living. An elegant entrance with doorman combines with the convenience and simplicity of a well-kept studio apartment. Parquet floors. Dressing room/storage area. Halogen lighting with dimmers. Large closet. Open kitchen. Original ceramic tile bathroom. $383 condo fee includes all utilities and basic cable. Owner pays phone and upgraded cable. Purchase fees include $100 move-in fee and $766 capital fee. Extras for a fee include health club and pool ($409/person). On site: coin op laundry, grocery, hair salon, bank, library and bus service. Waiting list for parking ($140/month), bike parking ($35/year), storage cage (varies).

Easy-living on a Quiet Block

Price: $-1
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

Tucked away on a quiet block, set back from the street, surrounded by lots of trees and shrubs on 1/3 acre, this Whitemarsh Village ranch is a perfect easy-living solution. Features include: exposed original waffle ceilings, open dining area/kitchen with peninsula/breakfast bar, large living room with bay window, entry with coat closet, oak cabinets in kitchen and laundry, wall of closets in master bedroom, garage with automatic door opener, newer wood windows, two air conditioners, gas hot water heat, exterior lights and flagstone patio. Some finishing touches are needed. This home is being sold as-is.

Wonderful Rowhouse with Green Features

Price: $-1
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description:

This brick row house with cut-ins allowing lots of light is situated on a low-traffic block that the neighbors love. It is set above the street allowing front porch views of handsome historic single and twin houses. Features include replacement windows, refinished hardwood floors, open layout, radiator covers, ceiling fans, rain barrels, skylight in bathroom, garage turned into workshop with 200 amp electric service, ample rear deck (2008), rubber roof (2004), 2 1/2 blocks to R8 train (Tulpehocken Station), new Energy Star refrigerator, dishwasher, garbage disposal, wall of built-in shelves and antique TV stand in main bedroom, very usable basement with high ceilings and storage, programmable thermostat. It's a winner!

Appealing Brick Twin

Price: $-1
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 0

Description: This is an appealing home on a wide, but lightly traveled street, with front view of trees, and within a short hiking distance of the R-8 train, Weavers Way Co-op and Fairmount Park. All new windows, updated kitchen with oak cabinets, hardwood floors, ceiling fans, built-in shelves, crown molding, sunroom attached to living room, one car garage with new door.

Attractive Brick and Stucco Twin

Price: $-1
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 0

Description: This attractive brick and stucco twin is in very good condition and has front and back yards, a two car garage, large living room and master bedroom (with a whole wall of organized closet space), 2 1/2 bathrooms (one on first floor), very usable basement with plenty of storage shelves, powder room and outside entrance, ceiling fans, carpet over hardwood floors, back porch with grape trellis, Hollywood ceilings on second floor, new heater (2008), eat-in kitchen with dishwasher, garbage disposal and built-in microwave and lots of windows.

Conveniently Located Twin

Price: $-1
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 0
3/4 Baths: 0

Description: This very comfortable and attractive West Mt Airy twin has an open floor plan, updated kitchen with peninsula and stainless steel appliances, fenced back yard with ample patio, perennial plantings, 2 year old gas boiler and hot water heater, refinished oak floors, stone fireplace with mantle, new washer and dryer, four ceiling fans, wood-style Venetian blinds, sunroom with built-in shelves and wide sills, all new windows and a huge skylight. This home is conveniently located just two blocks away from the R8 train and the coffee shop!

Well Cared for Twin

Price: $-1
Beds: 3
Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 0

Description: The sellers took impeccable care of this house so that it would be easy for a new homeowner to confidently take possession. A settlement before November 30th may qualify the buyers for an $8000 tax credit. The beautiful oak eat-in kitchen has a new stainless steel Kenmore gas stove, a GE potscrubber oak-front dishwasher, GE profile refrigerator, an appliance garage, a ceramic double sink and ceramic tile backsplash and flooring. The oak floors are refinished and look great! The house also features all new windows, covered front porch, decorative beams, exterior lighting, 2008 water heater and furnace, and updated bathroom and powder room, a one-car garage, finished basement, venetian blinds and curtains.

West Mt Airy opportunity on great block

Price: $-1
Beds: 5
Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 0

Description: This is a great opportunity to live in the heart of West Mt Airy near the food co-op, High Point Cafe and one house away from Carpenter Woods. Bring your contractor or your own expertise to put in two bathrooms, finish the electrical work, repair the roof, paint and repair throughout. Five bedrooms, leaded glass window, newer heater and powder room, partially covered two-tiered composite deck, back yard, 8 year old kitchen with concrete counters and Jenn-Air stove. The owners say it's the best block in Mt Airy! This house is being sold as-is.