119 E Franklin St,
Ephrata,
PA
17522
Ephrata is a charming and historic town dotted with locally owned businesses, sprawling parks, established neighborhoods, and a quaint downtown district with a lot of history. It's here that you'll find 119 E Franklin, a charming three-bedroom home with large windows, a gorgeous modern kitchen, and 1,593 square feet of living space.To get here, you'll drive through a quiet residential neighborhood and park in the private driveway along the side of the home. You'll notice the carefully manicured front lawn and the unique way the vines creep and weave across the front of the home. When you walk inside, you'll see how the home still has some of its original features from the mid-'40s but has also been renovated to appeal to the modern home buyer. The front living room has hardwood floors, neutral color schemes, high ceilings and is just waiting for you to add your favorite furniture and decor. The original brick fireplace is the focal point of the living room and adds warmth and texture to the open and airy space. Small details like a built-in bookshelf and plenty of electrical outlets for charging devices make it the perfect hangout space for a busy family. The living room flows into the kitchen and dining areas. The kitchen has been completely renovated, complete with stainless steel appliances, sleek countertops, custom cabinets, and an elevated breakfast bar. An open area right off of the kitchen is the perfect place for a dining room table or home office/homeschool space, The main floor also boasts three spacious bedrooms. The three bedrooms have hardwood floors, large windows to allow for plenty of natural light and easy access to the full bathroom. The bathroom has decorative light fixtures, a modern mirrored vanity, and a tub/shower combo. The fully finished basement is open with plenty of room for large furniture, sporting equipment, kids' toys, and storage. This bonus space could be a home gym, kids' playroom, secondary living room, study space, home office, or guest suite. There's a dedicated space for another bedroom, as well as a recently updated bathroom and laundry area. If you are looking for a little more space, this basement checks all of the boxes.Outside, the home has an impressive backyard and outdoor entertainment area. A shady porch is a perfect place for a porch swing, rocking chairs, or an outdoor dining room table and also features a built in fire pit. Enjoy coffee each morning in the privacy of your own backyard, or set up a garden or play structure in the backyard for more recreational options. This home is just minutes from local grocery stores, restaurants, bars, craft breweries, wineries & distilleries, and one of the largest farmers' markets in the country, Green Dragon Farmers Market & Auction.