1415 Penn Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221

Sensitively restored 1925 house where classical revival meets craftsman. Living room is 16x26' with two pairs of french doors flanking the log burning fireplace which lead to a fabulous captive side porch with 8' craftsman porch swing. The dining room/kitchen is a great entertaining area, again an open 16x26' hardwood floored room. The kitchen has a generous amount of new oak cabinets with acres of white marble counter for food prep and breakfast seating adjacent to dining area. Appliances included are a gas stove, large fridge with bottom freezer and icemaker, built-in microwave, dishwasher and garbage disposal. The kitchen was designed by a a friend who was a professional chef; it is a dream to work in. It also includes the original oak icebox from 1925 with its porcelain lined interior and amazing door hardware, currently used for storage. Off the kitchen is a small back porch with a natural gas grill and a flagstone paved rear yard. There is also a fenced side/rear yard which could house a dog, with a dog door in the basement. Extra security required for pets. There is also a full bath with clawfoot tub and shower on the first floor. The second floor consists of three bedrooms and a small den or laundry room. All rooms are oak hardwood floored. The master bedroom is 16x16' the second BR is 16x12', the third is 16x12'. The smallest room on the second floor was set up as a laundry room and washer dryer are included. There are laundry hookups in the basement as well, so the second floor laundry could alternatively be used as a den if desired. It currently has a new washer and dryer. Closet space is adequate but not suburban. Second floor bathroom is an extraordinary original bath with tub and separate shower stall, incredible pedestal sink and vintage tile. Bath and kitchen have been completely replumbed using the original fixtures wherever possible. House has been completely rewired, with a new dual forced air heating system (each floor has a separate furnace). There is not central air, but the house is surrounded by mature sycamore and oak trees, amply shaded during the summer. Living room and MBR, window ac units are included. There is a driveway with offstreet parking for two vehicles, three is possible, but tight. There is an additional unpaved parking spot on the other side of the lot. There is a two bay garage which would accommodate motorcycles, bicycles, storage but NO CARS. Pets negotiable on a case by case basis. Available December 15. EXCELLENT CREDIT ONLY. NON SMOKING ONLY. Tenant pays all utilities and an annual garbage fee of $200. Tenant is responsible for snow removal. Owner provides all landscaping services. Pets are negotiable on a case by case basis; no multiple cats.