521 HERMITAGE ST

Philadelphia, PA 19128

Another spacious and gracious twin on the quiet 500 block of Hermitage in Roxborough! This home delivers the trifecta - plenty of original character, plus upgrades, plus opportunity to add your own personal touches and improvements. Sit and relax for a few moments under the covered front porch before coming in for your tour. Enter through a proper foyer with transom lights, beautifully tiled walls, and original entry doors with stunning etched glass. The wall-to-wall carpets on the first floor are covering original hardwood flooring. The first-floor hall has crown molding a classic opera light fixture with ceiling medallion, hand-carved banister and spindles, plus a functioning chairlift to the 2nd floor. The grand living room sits to the right with high ceilings, beautiful crown molding, oversized and light filled windows, and a gorgeous tiled, ornamental faux fireplace. Down the hall is a large dining room with bright windows and crown molding. Beyond the dining room is an updated kitchen with oak cabinets, stainless steel, gas stove, a separate breakfast room, and a full bath with stall shower. Beyond the breakfast room is a magnificent 3-season room with tile floor and skylights. The back, side, and front yards deliver mature perennial garden beds and just the right amount of outdoor space. The 2nd floor features three spacious bedrooms, a three-piece hall bath, and lots of closet space. The 3rd floor is an open fourth bedroom with closet and dormer windows. This home is equipped with a Vivint solar panel system making much of the energy you consume greener while helping to offset your electric costs. Located steps from the shops and restaurants of Ridge Ave, Gorgas Park, and the trails of The Wissahickon, plus multiple routes to Center City and the surrounding suburbs. Showings begin on Friday, July 16th. Checkout the interactive virtual tour for a sneak peek (look for the link in the virtual tours section).