7657 Fillmore St, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained brick-and-stone semi-detached raised rancher in the highly desirable Fox Chase area, conveniently located on the Philadelphia side of the Philadelphia/Montgomery County border. This move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers comfortable living spaces, thoughtful updates, and excellent indoor and outdoor amenities. The main level features a spacious living room with a vaulted ceiling, a large picture window providing abundant natural light, and beautiful west-facing sunsets. The dining area also boasts a vaulted ceiling, while the eat-in kitchen has been tastefully renovated with custom cabinetry and shelving, granite counter-tops, porcelain back-splash, gas cooking, dishwasher, microwave, recessed lighting, and durable vinyl flooring. A newer front entry door and storm door, double-hung windows, original hardwood floors, and a convenient coat closet add to the appeal. Two nicely sized bedrooms offer lighted ceiling fans and ample closet space. The full ceramic-tile bath features a soaking tub with shower, quartz countertop and vanity, and a skylight. A hall linen closet provides additional storage. The finished lower level offers a spacious family/recreation room with new vinyl flooring, track lighting, and a large cedar closet. A beautifully updated powder room includes a new sink, cabinet, faucet, toilet, ceramic-tile flooring, and recessed lighting. The laundry room includes a washer, dryer, and new utility tub. The utility area features a 40-gallon water heater, 100-amp circuit breaker service, and newer whole-house HVAC. Additional improvements include recently replaced air vents and returns and new glass-block windows. The walk-out basement has a new exterior metal door and storm door. Exterior features include a lovely front patio with a new remote-controlled full-size retractable awning, stone retaining wall, well-kept lawn and side yard, and perimeter security lighting with dusk-to-dawn and motion-sensor features. The brick exterior has been nicely re-pointed. A full-size attached rear-entry garage with automatic opener, private rear driveway parking, and ample street parking provide exceptional convenience. There is also an additional garden area opposite the common driveway. Fox Chase is celebrated for its friendly community, tree-lined streets, and convenient location. Enjoy nearby Fox Chase Farm, parks, shopping, restaurants, places of worship, hospitals, and highly regarded schools. Temple University hospitals and SEPTA Regional Rail are also nearby, with the Regional Rail Line providing convenient access to Center City Philadelphia. Additional highlights include the renovated kitchen, updated full and powder baths, renovated family/recreation room, central air, original hardwood floors, motorized patio awning, newer HVAC components, attached garage, private driveway parking, and a 12-month buyer's home warranty for added peace of mind. Snow removal has also been provided twice by Montgomery County and Philadelphia. This exceptional Fox Chase home combines space, comfort, updates, and an outstanding location. Schedule your private showing today!