Nestled in the heart of lush East Mt Airy on a wide, tree-lined street, this handsome brick Tudor row offers classic simplicity and design-sensitive renovations without sparing charm. On a lovely, storybook block and just steps from the shops, galleries and restaurants of cobblestoned Germantown Avenue and the trails of Fairmount Park, this location is second to none. The quintessential Mt Airy charm of this home begins at the curb with perfectly manicured front gardens, a steeply pitched roof and a facade accented with half-timber framing. The light-filled sunroom with built-in bookshelves and arched ceiling detail is the perfect place to get cozy with a good book. The sun-drenched living room boasts hardwood floors, recessed lighting and original molding and trim work. The dining room is spacious and perfect for hosting a large dinner party and opens to the kitchen which offers 42' cherry cabinets, granite countertops, a mosaic tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. A deck can easily be added from the kitchen for additional outdoor space and al fresco dining. Upstairs, find three sunny bedrooms with hardwood floors, the primary bedroom with two closets and a recessed arched wall detail. The hall bath is outfitted with both a stall shower and a tub as well as a new vanity. The basement is finished with recessed lighting and Berber carpeting, perfect for a den, home office or guest quarters. A powder room, laundry room and enclosed garage offering dry storage round out the space. A driveway in the back add additional convenience. Mt. Airy is a bustling neighborhood with all of the charm of a small town. Nestled adjacent to Fairmount Park's Wissahickon Valley, it offers a vibrant residential community and an eclectic mix of restaurants, shops and cafes and is served by two train lines. Enjoy neighborhood favorites, Earth Bread and Brewery, the Sedgwick Theatre, High Point Cafe, McMenamin's and healthful and local grocery shopping at Weaver's Way Co-op and the new Grocery Outlet. If you love the balance between the vibrancy of the city and the tranquility of your own private residence, you'll love coming home to 357 E Meehan Avenue.
