1928 E Hazzard Street

Description

Welcome to Historic 1928 E Hazzard St! This gorgeously renovated brick front rowhome is nestled in revitalized East Kensington. Just 2 blocks to the trendy Frankford Ave corridor. The first thing you will notice as you walk in are the unique custom restored and refinished original southern yellow pine flooring throughout. Look up to see the adjustable recessed lighting & exposed brick everywhere! The inviting first floor has a formal living and dining rooms complete with crown & picture frame mouldling. An fully restored 1920 chandelier highlights the area. Step into the kitchen where vintage charm meets modern convenience. Antique tin ceilings, heavy live edge oak shelving , breakfast bar, true-to-period subway tile backsplash are up first. A full suite of Samsung Stainless/Blk appliances are framed by white uppers cabinetry & gray lowers with upgraded under cabinet lighting that reflects off of the gorgeous quartz countertop. Walk on through to your fully fenced-in rear yard featuring a small peaceful babbling brook! The custom designed slate patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining. The huge, dry basement runs the full length of the home and could easily be used as an exercise space, workshop, office or man cave! Upstairs you'll find two large bedrooms with modern sized closet space, and TWO full bathrooms. The hall bathroom, connects to the rear bedroom and features wall to wall subway tile, an original clawfoot tub, rain can shower head, oil rubbed bronze fixtures & custom lighting. The master bedroom en suite bathroom features a full wall to wall tiled stand up shower with bench, rain can shower head. Antique gold fixtures, amazing crystal sconces & modern heat lamp set the dial to cozy. Every part of this home has been carefully curated. The designer sourced many design elements directly from the home, like the patterned woodwork found throughout was fashioned from the original wall lathe. The doors are original to the home and have been restored to express their vintage beauty. Visually vintage and mechanically modern the entire home has been modified to modernize all mechanical systems. High efficiency HVAC system coupled with central AC will keep you comfortable year round. The plumbing, electrical system & all windows have been modernized to meet or exceed current code requirements while maintaining all the vintage charm possible. The roof features a reflective, high efficiency coating ( company name that makes it.) to reflect light keeping the home cool under summer sun. This location features easy access to all the wonderful shops and restaurants in Fishtown, Frankford Ave and Kensington Ave. Walk to Memphis Taproom, Pizza Brain, Franny Lous Porch, Loco Pez, Cook & Shaker, Atlantis Bar, Philadelphia Brewing, Urban Axes and many more. Public transportation (The El) and I-95 are easily accessible. Make this very special home yours.