I know a great house for sale!!
October 11, 2010 at 10:28 am houseobsession 33 comments
Hey guys,
We have some big news! We’re moving to Brooklyn! I got a new job (and Nick has always been based out of NYC ), so we’re putting our house up for sale! All the hubbub going on in our personal life is why we haven’t had time to really do much on the blog these days, but hopefully that will change soon.
So I’m putting it out there to all of you who have followed along on our journey with the renovations, the feature in Country Living, etc. It’s been a lot of fun, and we hate to leave our beautiful house behind…but this is a chance that we couldn’t pass up. Soooo….if any of you are looking for a great house in Philly (or know someone who is), then pass along our information!! Here are pics of our house!
See all the pics after the jump
Important Details:
- List price $200,000
- 4 bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms
- Hardwood floors
- Renovated Kitchen and bathrooms
- Marble counter tops & stainless appliances
- Clawfoot tub with separate shower
- Forced air gas heat
- Lots and Lots of closet space
- Full basement (unfinished)
- 10′ ceilings
- Many new replacement windows
- Quiet one-way street!
- Close to the R7 train for easy access to Center City
More information and realtor contact info here: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/reb/2010831592.html
Thanks all!! Pass it along!!
Entry filed under: Personal. Tags: buy our house!, great house for sale in philadelphia, house for sale, pass it along, real estate, renovated kitchen.
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Julia @ Hooked on Houses | October 11, 2010 at 10:40 am
Wish I could move to Philly and buy it–I love your house! I’ll link over here to it from my blog later this week. Good luck with the move!
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Kerri | October 11, 2010 at 10:52 am
Oh my gosh, what a bargain. I ADORE your house and if I could find a darn reason to up and move to Philly, I would buy it right now (let’s pretend I don’t have a condo up here in NH to sell first). Best of luck with your home sale — I’m sure it’ll be snapped right up.
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Joanna | October 11, 2010 at 1:29 pm
I actually looked at your house when I was house hunting in 2008 – before you bought it and transformed it – and decided that I couldn’t take on the amount of work it needed. It’s been so neat to follow the progress – it looks incredible now!
Good luck in Brooklyn
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Paul | October 11, 2010 at 5:35 pm
What’s your new job? And have you found a place in Brooklyn yet?
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Vicki@PiccoloTakesAll | October 11, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Wow, wish we had a reason to move across town! You know I’ve always loved the job you guys did on your kitchen.
Philly keeps losing good people to Brooklyn!
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Heather Jo | October 12, 2010 at 4:32 pm
What!?! You’ll keep the blog, right??
Good luck in Brooklyn… I’ll pass your listing along to friends who are looking.
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Leah @ House Obsession | October 12, 2010 at 5:49 pm
Thank you everyone! Yes, I’m keeping the blog although it might become more focused on my new apartment! Ha!
And yes, please forward the info to anyone looking for a house!
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thedailydish | October 16, 2010 at 9:33 am
Leah – this is Christy, I’m a friend of Roz and Christa, I’d been following your blog back in Philly. We’re in Portland, ME now. I was cleaning out my bookmarks and clicked yours –SO glad I did! Congrats on getting married (woot!) and on the new job. Your “new” house looks every bit as fab as your last. I am forwarding the info to friends of ours in Philly who may be looking for a new place. ANyway — glad to see you’re doing so well. Wishing you all the best, Christy
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Leah @ House Obsession | October 16, 2010 at 9:48 pm
Hey Christy!
Did Roz tell you that I’m obsessed with Portland, ME? I was trying to figure out how Nick and I could move there and support ourselves just mere months ago. Oh well, it looks like Brooklyn won out this time!
I’d LOVE it if you passed along the word to anyone looking for a new place!! Our block and neighbors are such nice people that we hate to leave them behind actually. Oh, and as extra incentive, we lowered the price on Friday.
Best,
Leah
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thedailydish | October 17, 2010 at 11:10 am
Leah, Portland’s loss is Brooklyn’s gain. I more than understand the lure of this place — Maine is BEAUTIFUL(!) but job’s are so few and far between. I’m convinced that’s the reason people aren’t moving here in droves. We’ve been restoring our 250 year old colonial. Feel free to read all about it! ANYWAY. Brklyn is awesome, and I wish you every happiness there. Best of luck! I’ve passed the info onto our friends and I know you’ll sell your house quickly. It’s fantastic.
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Karena | October 16, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Leah your house is wonderful and I know your next home will be just as much so!!
I have a Luxurious New Giveaway on my site….Come and enter!!
Xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
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Beth | October 17, 2010 at 10:54 am
Hey Leah,
Lived outside of West Philly for 8 yrs and then moved to another twin in Harrisburg (which we renovated and is currently where I blog from). Anyhow, saw your post on Hooked on Houses and posted it on my facebook page. I still have a ton of Philly connections so I hope it helps! Your house is gorgeous and even in this crappy market it should sell quickly! Many blessings on your move to Brooklyn.
Beth
The Stories of A2Z
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houseobsession | October 17, 2010 at 11:04 am
Thanks Beth!! I hope so!
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Becky @ Farmgirl Paints | October 17, 2010 at 12:06 pm
I adore your house. Makes me want to pack up and move to Philly. Just beautiful. Congratulations on your big move. Sounds really exciting.
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alis | October 18, 2010 at 3:12 pm
Why am I not living in Philly?! In Istanbul, where I live, crappy, ugly, small apartments with tiny windows are double that price!
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saveasnew | October 18, 2010 at 3:29 pm
mt airy/germantown is not philly in my opinion. ur 10 miles from cc.
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houseobsession | October 18, 2010 at 3:35 pm
Ha! My neighbors would all hate to hear that they don’t live in the city! But seriously saveasnew…even though it’s not Center City, it’s definitely still Philadelphia. In fact, some might argue that the Northwest is one of the best parts of Philadelphia…after all, the Wissahickon is right there. Perfect for bike rides, hiking, and general exploring! The people are friendly and there is lots of great housing stock there.
(By the way, West Philly, South Philly, Chestnut Hill, Manayunk and East Falls are all part of Philadelphia too!!)
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saveasnew | October 18, 2010 at 3:50 pm
the house is gorgeous, don’t get me wrong and the location i’m sure is great. however i will always bike to work no matter the heat, rain, sleet or snow. however doing that ride just wouldn’t happen. my gf and i actually looked at a great house around n 33rd st & cecil b moore ave & that was simply just too far. so if you’re one that has a car or likes public transit, then yes this is a great buy…
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Sanjay | October 30, 2010 at 11:24 am
Wow!! A well decorated house! Looks awesome. Its amazing how much a creative mind can do with a space. I think you should get into interior design if you are not already doing it.
If you are still in Philly, would you be interested in a small interior design gig? Which website / place do you use for your pictures?
Sanjay.
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houseobsession | October 31, 2010 at 1:52 pm
Thanks! I’m not in Phily any longer unfortunately. Maybe when things calm down in the future, I’d be interested in a small gig though. After all, Philly is only 2 hours away!
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mrslimestone | November 7, 2010 at 4:33 pm
Your house is stunning! Im sure you’ll have no trouble finding someone who has loved it as much as you have.
And congrats on moving to Brooklyn! (Im kinda a fan.)
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Kim | November 13, 2010 at 10:12 pm
Do you remember what color you painted your kitchen? I have been looking for a nice blue-gray!
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houseobsession | November 13, 2010 at 10:24 pm
Yes, it’s Lowes Valspar Silver Leaf!
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bridget | February 8, 2011 at 8:53 pm
Oh so gorgeous! Is it still for sale? I’m currently looking in Mt. Airy.
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houseobsession | February 8, 2011 at 8:56 pm
It is still for sale! We’re under contract at the moment, but it is looking a bit iffy at the moment. And it’s now on the market for $168,900. Check it out!
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bridget | February 8, 2011 at 9:01 pm
what’s the address?
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Leah Steever | February 8, 2011 at 9:21 pm
6320 Ross St, 168,900K.
Best, Leah
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bridget | February 8, 2011 at 9:36 pm
or the realtor/listing. the craigslist posting has expired. I’d love to check this place out!
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houseobsession | February 8, 2011 at 10:24 pm
listed by Rich McIlhenny of ReMax.
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Jeannie | March 3, 2011 at 7:51 pm
Please please please tell me the color you have in your dining room
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houseobsession | March 3, 2011 at 10:03 pm
Hi there,
We’ve moved now, and I don’t have the paint can any longer. So sorry, but I don’t recall!! It was a Williamsburg Paint color, I know that though…
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sary | September 14, 2011 at 11:40 pm
your write-up is great. its beneficial me.. maintain posting buddy