2371 Oakdale Avenue

Description

Serenely nestled in sought after Glenside amidst tall trees & perennial gardens sits a stately circa 1910 colonial expanded & tastefully improved with amenities appealing to an olde home enthusiast desiring a melding of long standing tradition with modern improvements & comfort. Attention to detail in the design and construction is clearly displayed throughout. Timeless features include classic hardware, millwork, baseboards, deep sill cased windows & entries, the enduring beauty of natural American Chestnut woodwork, solid wood doors, exposed hardwood floors and plaster walls! Time honored charm & character awaits within however take a moment to relax on the traditional expansive covered front porch boasting durable Perma tech flooring & classic columns. Passing through the attractive, extra wide solid wood front door with beveled glass window we are greeted with a welcoming living room creating a warm & inviting atmosphere for all who enter. An open cased entry escorts you to the handsome formal dining room drenched in natural light cascading through the triple walk-in bay windows while awaiting a large gathering for a sumptuous feast or a timely get-together for any occasion. Adjacent is the sizable expanded and remodeled gourmet kitchen which was designed offering the chef of the home state of the art features like a 5 burner gas LG convection self-cleaning range, Kitchen Aide dishwasher, Bosch Built-in microwave range hood, LG French door bottom drawer freezer with water & ice dispenser, stainless sink w/disposal & insta-hot water tap, custom tiled backsplash, recessed lighting & stained glass light fixtures, plenty of cabinetry & quartz counters to prepare and serve the meals plus a breakfast bar overhang. There is a recipe desk with quartz counter top as well. The hallway off the kitchen guides you to the 1st floor Powder room providing an oversized sink vanity with quartz counter top and exhaust fan. The 2014 addition includes the expanded kitchen and the new powder room. There is a large pantry closet in the hallway and access to the basement level. Venture outside via the breakfast room door to the raised back deck with retractable awning to partake in the tranquil setting of the lovely rear yard. Note the deck flooring, steps and railings are long lasting Perma tech. The entry hall off the living room provides a huge walk-in closet with 2 additional interior closets. Proceeding upstairs to the sleeping levels on the second floor we find a ceramic tiled hall bath; 3 bedrooms (one is currently used as an office) and a 7' x 8' bonus room (set up as an office/study). The third floor is the walk-up finished attic presenting a 19' x 18' room with track lighting , 2 dormers, a mini split A/C system, 2 access panels to under eve storage and a sizable walk-in closet with 3 access doors to more under eve storage. A vast partially finished basement has tiled flooring, a French drain & water activated sump pump, a laundry area with washer & dryer and double laundry tub; glass block windows, a seating area for relaxing and space for a home gym and storage, This versatile multi-purpose basement awaits your needs and imagination! Noteworthy features and improvements: High ceilings, plaster walls, traditional millwork , Marvin energy efficient replacement windows throughout main house and detached workshop; Deck (2014), Kitchen addition/remodel (2014). new Hot water heater (2022), Gutter Guards, new Kitchen disposal (2022), eye-catching stained glass accents. The property is enhanced by specimen plantings, an assortment of Fruit trees and berry bushes, herb gardens and flower beds. You have arrived at your forever home - just unpack and enjoy!!