Welcome home to 1340 Marlborough Street located directly in the heart of Philadelphia's hottest and most thriving neighborhood. Notable for its privately gated front garden, this is the home on Marlborough that everyone loves. Meticulously maintained by the current owner, this Stucco over MASONARY home, has all of the historic charm of a Philadelphia row home, with all of the modern amenities that today's buyer expects in a home. Enter the home through a private courtyard and you will be charmed by the open concept floor plan boasting inlaid hardwood flooring, excellent ceiling height, exposed brick that has been thoughtfully restored, a HUGE dual spaced living room, a powder bath, a dedicated dining room that seats 8 guests comfortably, a gigantic recently renovated kitchen showcasing crisp white shaker cabinetry, a spacious center island, a pantry, kitchen closet, gas range, stainless steel appliances, a built in wine rack, tasteful backsplash, new dishwasher, 3 double hung windows over the sink that overlook the enormous and private REAR garden. This space truly showcases the 100-FOOT-DEEP LOT to its maximum potential. The setting is storybook like with its magnificent pergola set against the tree lined rear yard. You feel more like you're in a park than in the middle of the city. The best of both worlds, the conveniences of urban life and the tranquility of the outdoor spaces all harmoniously combined together. Back inside the 2nd floor awaits. Offering the owner a primary suite, that has been recently remodeled, located in the rear of the home overlooking the garden with an ensuite bath with its convenient full-sized washer/dryer right there! NO STEPS! Then
2 other charming bedrooms and a full hall bath, each with the same level of detail and charm, plenty of space, light and storage. The lower level is an excellent finished FLEX space (as well as ample unfinished storage space). It can be an office, gym, media room or anything you wish. This home's prime location allows for a short walk to award-winning restaurants like Laser Wolf, Suraya, awesome venues like Frankford Hall, Mega gym/City Fitness and Yoga as well as the La Colombe Flagship, Forin Cafe, Pizzeria Beddia, Pizza Brain and so many more restaurants and shopping destinations. Center city is so close with a quick walk to the El stop and it's a commuters dream with all the major arteries and blocks around you. DO NOT MISS this urban dream home with a cozy feel and amazing outdoor space. It cannot be duplicated.