First-Time Find: A Little Gem in Port Richmond for $146.5K

Whoever said "good things come in small packages" must have had this beautifully updated Port Richmond row home in mind.

3212 Aramingo Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19134 | TREND images via The Somers Team

3212 Aramingo Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19134 | TREND images via The Somers Team

Usually, we go combing listings throughout the city and suburbs in search of dynamite homes for sale at modest prices to feature in this weekly space.

But every once in a while, the gods of email smile on us and deposit jewels in our lap.

That was the case with this newly listed two-story rowhome in Port Richmond.

On the outside, it looks every inch the typical smaller Philly row home, the kind that’s perfect for a young couple starting out on a homeownership adventure. These homes usually have fairly traditional layouts with separate living and dining rooms and a kitchen in the back.

Inside, however, this home is one of those 21st-century open-plan beauties that usually sell for much more than this.

Well, almost open plan. The main floor has been nicely buffed up and polished with recessed lighting and brand-new hardwood floors. The kitchen has likewise gotten the contemporary treatment with high-end Shaker-style cabinetry, subway tile backsplash, granite countertops and the latest in appliances and fixtures.

Upstairs you’ll find two sunny bedrooms and an Art Deco-inspired bath with soaking tub. Downstairs you’ll find laundry facilities, plenty of storage space and a powder room with vanity mirror trimmed in gold leaf. Out back is a spacious paved rear yard.

The decorative trim throughout this home is lovely. The price is even lovelier still. And it’s in a convenient location to boot.

THE FINE PRINT

BEDS: 2

BATHS: 1 full, 1 half

SQUARE FEET: 911

SALE PRICE: $146,500

3212 Aramingo Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 19134 [The Somers Team | RE/MAX Access]