Status   SOLD  
Gorgeous Holmesburg Colonial Twin - 6 BR, 2 Bath
8049 Walker Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19136 United States
sold
$210,000
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MLS#5536187
List Date5/21/2009
TypeSingle-family
StyleColonial
School DistrictPhiladelphia
AreaHolmesburg
Bedrooms6
Bathrooms2
Square Footage2790
Lot Size75x150
Age286
ParkingGarage
Taxes$1,542.00
Tax Year2009
The Pride of Holmesburg.  History abounds in this gorgeous 6 bedroom 2 Bath Colonial.  Built in 1723 on a land grant given to George and John Holme, this home is country living with city convenience.  Upon entering this property through the private driveway, you will be instantly impressed with the large front yard leading to the main entrance of the home.  The front door is surrounded by exquisite wrought iron giving you a foretaste of the beauty of this home.  Once inside you will discover all the classic features of an estate home:  long center hall, wide plank white pine flooring, French doors, and back staircase.  The large kitchen is a nice blend of modern convenience/old world charm and contains a wood burning stove as well as a huge pantry.  There are quality replacement windows throughout.  Enjoy warm summer nights on the back covered porch looking out over the tranquility of the rear yard. Once known as the Box Grove Mansion this home is built for comfort and style.  Call and make it yours today.
Interior Features OneFirePl, KitchenFireP, FinishedWood, 9Ft+Ceiling, Foyer/VestEn, Util/MudRoom, NoModifs/Unk, UpprFlrLndry
Exterior Features Stcco/SimExt, StoneExt, StoneFound, FrontYard, RearYard, SideYard(s), ShingleRoof,