In 1956, the Johnson Family bought almost an acre of ground at the heart of Awbury Arboretum. They built a substantial home there that, after the purchase of another large lot, and after construction of an addition in 1963, sits on almost 2 acres of green: sweeping lawns, wild woods including a 100 year-old weeping beech, cultivated garden beds. The Johnson home, a 5 bedroom, 3 full bath single stucco home enjoys a bit of the country in the city, a private enclave of a 19th century extended Quaker family that was intentionally protected by becoming an arboretum open for the public's "quiet enjoyment of nature" in 1916. There are a number of private homes within the Arboretum, and the 55 acre Arboretum itself is an historic district on Philadelphia's List of Historic Places. A non-contributing structure to the district, 6110 Ardleigh Street is on the market for the first time since the house was built. It offers sun-kissed large and small rooms, beautiful wood floors, 2 fireplaces (one with a wood-stove insert), oil heat and central air. It proudly boasts an exceptional solar power system with solar panels installed on the roof in 2010 along with the new roof! The eat-in kitchen is large and welcoming with electric cooking, lots of counters and cabinet space and exit to a south-facing patio. The large family room is on the lower level of the 1963 addition. Public records shows that the house has 3,038 square feet, but the house doesn't feel overly large instead offering a compact, simple and functional plan. Off-street parking for 2+ cars. Septic system. Public water. And even though one feels like one is in the country at this property, the Washington Lane station of the Chestnut Hill East commuter line is a short walk across the Arboretum to whisk one into Center City. Several small outbuildings/sheds conveyed in as-is condition. Public record lot size incorrect. Actual complete lot 1.72 acres. Showings begin on May 9 . Listing agent must attend every showing. Please allow 3 days for Seller's response to any offer. This is a rare opportunity.
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