This is a rare opportunity to own a large, beautifully maintained home on one of South Philadelphia's most desired tree-lined blocks, South 13th Street! If you like to entertain, then this 3 bed 3 1/2 bath home is for you! Upon entering, you will immediately notice the 13 foot tall ceilings. In the foyer, you will be greeted by a coat closet, large bay window and powder room with 10 ft tall neoclassical columns framing the large living area. Ascending the foyer steps, you are witness to a wonderful large open concept living area with 11 foot tall ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, a functioning gas fireplace flowing into a dining area suitable for large family gatherings. Just to the right of the dining area, you will find steps that descend into a HUGE finished basement with tall ceilings. The basement has ample storage and great lay out for a kids play area, gym or home theater...the options are endless! Back on the main level, the dining area walks back into the kitchen containing solid maple cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a full eat-in area showered with an abundance of morning sunlight. Located in the back of the kitchen is private access to your fenced-in 27 ft deep backyard, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining! The 2nd floor opens up into a reading/small office area, with bedrooms on the front and back end of the house containing TONS of closet space and each with their own private full bathroom! In the center of the 2nd floor is a laundry closet containing a large capacity Samsung washer and dryer and ample shelving for all of your laundry and linen needs. As an added bonus, the upper floors are on a separate HVAC zone from the 1st floor, all controlled by NEST thermostats, for ultimate comfort and control throughout the house. The entire 3rd floor is a Master Suite, containing a second sitting area drenched in sunlight, with a separate closet, its own gas fireplace and access to the rear roof deck (150 sq. ft), with unobstructed views to the East and South. Upon entering the master bedroom, you will be greeted by two large closets and a master bath containing a walk-in shower, double-vanity and jetted tub for relaxing after a long day! This property location in the heart of Passyunk Square is unparalleled! Some of the best restaurants in Philadelphia are located on East Passyunk Avenue just a few blocks away! The Broad Street Line accessing Center City and the stadiums is a 5 minute walk. Columbus Square Park, playgrounds and dog run, and the brand new Alphabet Garden daycare and Jackson Elementary School are mere blocks away. Amenities close by include a 24 hr CVS (perfect for late night diaper runs), ACME, US Post Office, Wells Fargo Bank, Wine and Spirits, and the Italian Market. **Buyer responsible for verifying future real estate taxes. Current homeowner qualified for LOOP Abatement which does not follow new owner. Property currently has tenants, and pictures are representative of when the home owner occupied.