650 S Oak Avenue,
Secane,
PA
19018
This grand, prestigious, turn-of-the-century craftsman-style home is in a league of its own. Located in Upper Darby school district, it is unique in that most homes of this style are much smaller in size and don’t allow as much natural light in. Situated on a large lot with a large vegetable garden and backyard orchard, all masterfully maintained by the meticulous owner. As you enter through the large and deep concrete covered Front Porch you will notice the koi fish ponds surrounding the perimeter to accentuate the serenity of the home. The welcoming front door opens to a large decorative Foyer with original millwork, a grand staircase, and period-accurate arts & crafts windows. Adjoining the Foyer is the Living Room with hardwood flooring (also throughout most of the house), and extraordinary millwork, there is an original pocket door creating privacy from the Formal Dining Room as desired. The large Dining Room can seat 8 or more and is adjacent Office/Den that has a brick wood-burning fireplace, both rooms have hardwood floors and large windows to let in light for a bright and airy feel. The Kitchen is directly accessed from the Dining room. The Kitchen has a vast amount of cherry cabinets and granite countertops, along with a bar-height sitting area and an additional breakfast nook. The stainless appliances were just replaced. Opening into the Family Room which has so many windows that feels more like a Sun Room. Heading up to the 2nd floor, there is a central hallway that provides access to 4 large bedrooms with hardwood flooring and an full bath with shower, the original doors are high-quality solid oak and are matching with the abundant wood trim and millwork. The large, finished basement features a laundry area, pantry, along with a perimeter drain. A unique feature of the basement is the outside access which is currently set up as an office with a studio. Outside, there are dozens of mature fruit trees (mostly pears & persimmons in many varieties) and multiple garden areas, and a large tree-covered patio with direct access into the family room. In addition to the property, there is an adjacent township road that was never built and allows an even more spacious feel, the current owner maintains this portion with the next-door neighbor. This is a one-of-a-kind home that is continually maintained by a meticulous owner, this type of quality and attention to detail are few and far in between in today’s world, especially in this price range. Make your appointment today and don’t miss out on a rare opportunity.