1004 Melrose Ave, Elkins Park, PA 19027

Classic Elkins Park Victorian Twin with fabulous architectural details & character. Gorgeous front and back gardens. Situated on a quiet tree-lined street. Well maintained by this family: New roof in 2012, newer water heater and Brand new furnace 7/2020, some new windows, the first and second floors were recently painted and the floors refinished. Enter through your welcoming open front porch into your large and light-filled living room with a gas fireplace, high ceilings, large wood moldings and deep window sills. The sitting nook bench by the staircase lifts up for some extra storage. Enter your dining room through the leaded glass pocket doors. Additional storage available in the dining room twin closets with leaded glass. The kitchen has a funky cool vibe to it and there is plenty of space and functionality. The possibilities are endless for a new layout and the kitchen door leads right to your large deck overlooking your serene backyard. There is also a second staircase that leads from the kitchen to the second level. The second level houses the master bedroom with built in shelves, 3 additional rooms and a full bath. The third level has 3 additional rooms and a second full bath with a clawfoot soaking tub. The large clean basement has walkout access to the yard and has high ceilings. There are three rooms in the basement. The laundry area, open space and the utility area. The basement walls have been parged, painted and spray foam insulation used to make this home more efficient. There is plumbing in the basement ready for a toilet to be added. This home feels and flows like a single home. Enjoy a nightcap on your front porch or in your gorgeous backyard. All this in the sought-after neighborhood of Elkins Park; a short walk to Elkins Park or Melrose Park train stations, local parks, shopping and popular BYOB restaurants. Elkins Park, rich in a 300 year history, gorgeous, tree-lined streets, and just a 7 minute walk to the SEPTA train station, 15 minutes to center city. 2020-08-20