2049 Appletree Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103Asking Price of: $899,000

Welcome to 2049 Appletree Street. As you approach this lovely home, take in the quiet tree lined street. You are so very close to the business and cultural center of Philadelphia, yet this south facing home enjoys tranquility. So rarely can you find such an idyllic living situation in any major city in the world. You are a short walk to the largest office towers and business center of the city. Food shopping is easy with both Giant and Trader Joe’s just a few minutes away. Additionally, you can walk to the newly opened Calder Museum, the world-famous Barnes Foundation Art Museum, the Philadelphia Museum of Art in addition to other museums that are just a few minutes away along the beautiful parkway. Entering this beautiful home, you encounter a vestibule with tile floors and raised paneling walls to a custom beveled glass inner door. The formal living room has 11’ ceilings with beautiful plaster of Paris crown molding. There is an imported antique marble fireplace with gas logs that are easy to use. There is a mirrored mantel that adds to the elegant setting. Oak floors enhance the living and dining rooms. There is an adjacent formal dining room featuring two windows for plenty of natural air and light. A compact kitchen featuring ample cherry wood cabinets and granite countertops along with all modern appliances are just behind the dining room. Off of the kitchen is a small outdoor area which is perfect for grilling. This home also has access to a secure rear alley which provides additional access to this home. Just as you arrive on the second floor, one has access to a large power room with marble floors and granite top vanity. The second floor also features an expansive open space, serving as an informal living room, office, den and library. There is a wet bar for entertaining. It is lined with custom made bookshelves to hold not only books but all kinds of personal belongings perhaps from your travels. In addition, the second floor features an exposed brick wall which helps create a beautiful environment. On the third floor you will find a large bedroom and a custom bathroom featuring an oversized tub/shower combination, granite top vanity, double sinks, and storage. From there take a few small steps up to an expansive roof deck from where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the city skyline while enjoying a drink and perhaps dinner. Or just sit out and read and take a nap. This is a lovely feature of this home. On the lower level of this home, you will find a large bedroom with full bath and closet space. Additionally, there is ample storage and utility room with full sized washer and dryer on this level. This home is located in the Greenfield School catchment.