251 W Clapier St

Philadelphia, PA 19144

Welcome to the hippest starter home this side of the Wissahickon. This newly restored/renovated home retains plenty of authentic and quirky old details to feed your soul, but also offers solid systems and a brand new kitchen for your practical side. Out front you have a south-facing garden and a large sun-filled porch. Enter the house through the original, over-sized door into a beautiful and generous living room. All of the inlaid oak and and pine floors throughout this house have been restored with a low gloss poly and, woah, this living room and dining room look gorgeous. Pass through the dining room into the sunny, newly renovated, eat-in kitchen. All new appliances and counter tops make this room fresh and functional. Upstairs are three beaming bright bedrooms accented with an abundance of original doors, baseboards, hardware and trim. The full bath combines older elements like the large porcelain tub with a new sink and vanity. Again this theme of restoration where possible, but always with a careful eye to function and reliability. Basement, most likely a former speak easy, still houses a half bath, bar unit, and abundant wood paneling. More importantly, though, the systems here are strong and newer. There is also plenty of back patio space for entertaining, grilling, raised beds, or whatever your heart desires. This house is located in the revitalizing West Germantown, spearheaded by an $18 million SEPTA rehab at Wayne s Junction Station as well as the Jumpstart Germantown program redevelopment program. Location includes new businesses like Philly Bread, Attic Brewery, Deke s BBQ, Lily of the Valley Cupcakery, Ultimo Coffee, Uncle Bobbie s Coffee and Books. Check out the yummy $4 hoagies at deli on the corner of Clapier and Wayne. 2 blocks from Fernhill Park, 3 min walk to Wayne Junction Station, easy access to highway 1 and Interstate 76.