425 W Price St, Philadelphia, PA 19144

A treasure on West Price Street. A substantial Victorian single residence with 6 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half baths, built c.1880, and only improved ever since. From the 1920's to the 1950's, this was the home of famed stained glass artist Nicola D'Ascenzo (note the intricate and colorful glass creation by D'Ascenzo in the front door). And during his ownership, 425 West Price Street was graced with exquisite decorative arts from the Craftsman period: carved and inlaid ceiling beams, leaded glass windows, vaulted ceiling of the 3rd floor studio, antique light fixtures. Today this home exudes the charm of that bygone era while boasting of countless modern amenities and superior condition: NO knob & tube wiring, recently installed central air, two working fireplaces, new energy-saving windows throughout, radiant heat in the kitchen and master bath, all renovated bathrooms, beautifully finished floors. Not an inch has been neglected, and there are so many spaces that catch sunlight all day long. 1st floor: wrap-around porch partly roofed, partly open; living room with fireplace; family room with fireplace; french doors lead to absolutely charming sun/garden room surrounded by leaded glass windows; formal dining room; laundry room; powder room; eat-in kitchen with gas cooktop, refrigerator, microwave/convection ovens, honed granite counters, double stainless steel sink with garbage disposal, pantry cabinets, exit small private deck. 2nd floor: master bedroom suite with master bath, wall of closets; 3 more sizeable bedrooms; hall bath with shower over tub; 3rd floor: two front bedrooms; grand studio/great room, used by D'Ascenzo as his home studio, now a most fantastic family/play/pool room with impressive cathedral beamed ceiling; small attic storage room; hall 1/2 bath. Central Air. Gas hot water heat. 200 AMP CB panel. This beautiful home sits on almost 1/4 landscaped acre offering mature and flowering plantings, a sheltered patio in the broad green rear yard and access to private Lehman Lane. Convenient! to the trails and woods along the Wissahickon Creek, to the commuter train 2 blocks away, to a quick 15 minute car ride to Center City Philadelphia, to Sunday morning brunch at Rose Petals Cafe on Chelten Avenue. 2018-11-28