5213 Catharine St

You won't want to miss this spacious, beautifully renovated West Philly twin! With three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, first floor laundry, and a full basement, this home has it all! Enter through a classic West Philly front porch into a light-filled open concept first floor featuring hardwood floors, ample windows, and a charming mantle. A turned staircase provides the option to create two distinct living spaces, one centered around the mantel and painted brick wall and the other beneath the large bay window. The dining area flows into the large, beautifully updated kitchen featuring contemporary black Shaker-style cabinets, gleaming white subway tile, sleek black vent hood, stainless steel appliances and dramatic quartz waterfall countertop island. Just beyond is the conveniently located laundry room and powder room as well as access to the spacious private deck and large backyard, just perfect for grilling and entertaining. The second floor is home to the spacious primary bedroom suite with original mantel with mirror, beautiful bay window with bench storage, and spa-like ensuite bath with double-wide closet, tiled floor, clawfoot soaking tub and dual vanity, filled with natural light. On this floor you will find two additional bedrooms with ample closet space, and a full hall bath with full-wall shower surround in a herringbone pattern that pairs with crisp white hex tile and a linen closet for additional storage. The full basement adds tons of storage and has ample ceiling height, and the mini-splits in every room make for super efficient and effective air temperature control. This wonderful neighborhood is close to Clark Park and its fabulous Farmers' Market, countless restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, the University City Swim Club, Mariposa Food Co-op, and so much more. Super convenient to HUP, CHOP, Penn, Drexel, University of the Sciences and just 12 minutes to Center City by car or bike with plenty of convenient SEPTA options. This is also part of the area that qualifies for both Penn and Drexel's Home Ownership programs (confirm details directly with individual programs). This is truly a lovely home in a truly wonderful location that should not be missed! Schedule your showing today!