1117 S 46th St

This 5-bedroom, 2-1/2 bath home blends modern amenities with gorgeous historical design elements. Enter this exquisitely constructed 1895 Victorian twin, and you're greeted by a cozy entrance foyer, French doors, and a wood and marble mantle. Step further in, and you'll instantly fall in love with the glorious details – delightfully curved moldings, gracious transom and bay windows, and geometric inlays in the original hardwood floors. The parlor and formal dining room have a stately yet welcoming ambience suitable for vivacious gatherings and quiet evenings. The spacious island kitchen features Kenmore appliances; pendant and recessed lighting; heated, sustainable Marmoleum flooring; and abundant storage, including overhead cabinets and a built-in hutch. The welcoming main staircase, with its carved wood newel post, takes you to the spacious bedrooms, each bright and with its own closet. Every day, you'll wake up grateful for the abundant light of this corner property. The top front bedroom features a private sunroom, ideal for plants and sure to be a draw for pets and on lazy afternoons. Add in a dry spacious street-level walkout basement and a clever "Butler's" staircase, and you have an airy, distinctive retreat to call your own. Outside, you'll enjoy a secluded back deck as well as front and side garden beds. The in-demand location situates you one block from flourishing Clark Park, three blocks from Baltimore Avenue shopping and dining, and 1/2 block from Chester Ave transit. Expect this rare beauty to sell quickly; schedule your private tour now.