709 S Smedley St

This wonderful upper Graduate Hospital home has it all, with 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths, fully finished basement, back patio, and a fabulous roof deck with incredible city views. Built from the ground up just 10 years ago, you will get the benefit of almost new construction without the high price tag. Enter into an attractive brick front, elevated above the street level providing extra sunlight and privacy. The bright open concept first floor features oak hardwood floors, Hunter Douglas window shutters, and high ceilings. Kitchen includes stainless steel GE appliances, granite countertops, custom subway tile backsplash, and leads into a pretty backyard/patio area with convenient gas line connection for grilling and entertaining. The finished basement offers a comfortable and lovely living space and plenty of natural light from a window that sits above street level. It also offers additional storage, and a half bathroom, making a great guest suite, family room, or den. The second floor offers two spacious, well-appointed bedrooms with custom closets and a full hallway bathroom with natural-stone vanity and Travertine tile floors. The primary suite occupies the entire 3rd floor, and includes a large bedroom, walk-in closet with custom-designed closets, and stunning en suite bath with double vanity, high-end fixtures, and oversized stall shower. A straight staircase leads up to the private roof deck which spans the entire length of the house and offers breathtaking views of the Center City skyline. Electric and water connections make this outdoor space both beautiful and highly functional for entertaining or dining al fresco. This location cannot be beat. Just a short walk to South Street, Rittenhouse Square and the rest of Center City, as well as CHOP, UPENN, Drexel, Pennsylvania Hospital, and Jefferson. Just around the corner from the subway line for an easy commute to Temple University and the sports stadiums, and within a few blocks of countless great restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and parks. This home offers the very best in Center City living in a wonderful neighborhood that is convenient to everything, and works well for both owner occupants or a saavy investor.