608 Abington Avenue
Glenside, PA 19038

Serenely nestled on a pretty tree lined street in Glenside Gardens sits a charismatic 2 story center hall colonial, circa 1930, demonstrating the craftsmanship & attention to detail united in the original design & construction & continued in the expansion & renovations.Pride of Ownership shows inside & out maintaining architectural features incl: traditional millwork, moldings, deep sills & hardwood floors.Arriving we are greeted by a welcoming front walk delivering views of a pretty yard & gardens.Upon entering the residence, we find the center hall foyer with striking stone flooring leading guests into the spacious 1st floor.The warm & inviting living room is bathed in natural light cascading through glistening windows onto the hardwood floor.Focal points of the living room are the eye-catching gas log stone fireplace with Pennsylvania Keystone slate hearth,stone mantle & glass doors,a lovely walk-in triple bay window,deep sill windows with pleated shades.Be sure to notice the door accessing the rear stone paver patio & back yard.The entertainment flow of the floor plan spreads to the remodeled handsome dining room presenting a second charming triple walk-in bay window & the enduring beauty of bamboo flooring which flows seamlessly into the fabulous chef's kitchen.The modern amenities include upgraded stainless appliances: LG brushed stainless French door refrigerator w/bottom drawer freezer,built-in GE Profile smooth surface electric self-cleaning range boasting a convection oven & a built-in dishwasher.Abundant white oak cabinetry,granite counters including the custom-built breakfast bar peninsula island with soft close drawers & cabinet.The gorgeous granite counters are complimented by a designer stone backsplash.There is a casement window box for your herb garden;stainless sub mount sink w/disposal & retractable faucet;recessed lighting,three delightful pendant lights over the breakfast bar & a breezy ceiling fan.The center hall guides you around to the 1st floor ceramic tiled powder room complete with pedestal sink & sconce lighting.There is a coat closet across from the powder room & a second entry to the living room.Contiguous to the living room (formerly the attached garage) is a versatile room potentially as a 1st floor bedroom,au pair or in-law suite or even a family room. The room offers Berber wall to wall carpeting,a large clothing closet,a laundry closet with stacking washer & dryer,full bath with a walk-in shower & an access door exiting to the driveway & back yard.The room is warmed by (3) electric baseboard heaters with their own thermostat & cooled by a window a/c unit.We ascend the stairs from the foyer to the 2nd floor landing offering a large walk-in cedar closet, a linen closet and the air conditioning thermostat control for the whole house.There is a stunning remodeled ceramic tiled hall bath with a classic clawfoot tub,appealing exposed stone accent wall,glass door tiled stall shower with recessed soap/shampoo shelf.There are 2 peaceful bedrooms off the hallway, each with generous closet space,lighted ceiling fans and hardwood flooring.One has an attic access panel in the closet.Additionally, there is a primary bedroom w/wall-to- wall carpet covering the hardwood flooring beneath. There is a breezy lighted ceiling fan & abundant closet storage is provided by a sizeable double door custom fitted closet and substantial walk-in custom fitted, lighted closet.At the end of the hall there is a ceramic tiled half bath with sink vanity and sconce lights.Located at the end of the hallway is the last of the 4 bedrooms which displays hardwood flooring,lighted ceiling fan,large lighted closet,built in shelving & its own thermostat for heat. The walk-out basement level has a laundryroom with full size washer, dryer & utility tub, work room, utility room, a half bath, a semi-finished room with wet bar,phone booth, closet & built-in shelves.Outback is your personal Oasis for warm weather entertaining & enjoyment!