Comments for 8232 FORREST AVENUE , Elkins Park, PA 19027
You will think you are in the woods when you approach this home. This charming home greets you with a warm foyer entrance and flows into spacious living and dining areas with newer hardwood floors. The inviting living room features a fireplace, perfect for gatherings, while the sunroom—with its skylights, separate heat/AC unit, and breathtaking views—offers a serene backdrop of the yard, garden, and frequent visits from deer and other wildlife. The family room is a showstopper, boasting cathedral ceilings accented with rustic wood beams. A private library, complete with hardwood floors and built-in bookcases, provides a quiet space for work or reading, and opens to a large patio ideal for entertaining. The unique hot tub room overlooks the yard, creating a spa-like retreat in your own home. The updated kitchen is designed for both style and function, featuring quartz countertops, ample cabinetry, a built-in microwave, stainless steel appliances—including a gas range and refrigerator—and a modern layout that makes cooking a joy. An added convenience is the electric car charging unit, making this home as practical as it is beautiful. Buyer will receive a 1-year home warranty through American Home Shield Plus, included with purchase for added peace of mind. This Elkins Park gem combines comfort, character, and natural beauty in one remarkable property. It is certainly one of kind with the wooden lot and you will never believe you are minutes from civilization.
Accessibility: Above Grade, Below Grade
Interior: Attic/House Fan, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), WhirlPool/HotTub, Wine Storage, Wood Floors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer - Gas, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer - Front Loading
Location Description: Corner Lot/Unit
Basement: Full
Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Partly Wooded, Secluded
Basement: Yes
Lot Dimensions: 1.10 Acre(S)
Cooling: Central A/C
Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Partly Wooded, Secluded
Days on Market: 55
Lot Size: 1.10 Acres
Electric Description: Circuit Breakers
Parking Notes: Asphalt Driveway, Private
Exterior: Exterior Lighting
Roof Type: Shingle
Exterior: Stone, Wood Siding
Sewer: Public Sewer
Fireplace: Wood
Special View Info: Trees/Woods
Fireplaces: 1
Taxes: $12,962
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Water: Public
Fuel Type: Natural Gas
Windows: Double Hung, Skylights
Garage: 1
Wooded: Yes
Heating: Forced Air
Year Built: 1956
High School: CHELTENHAM
Elementary School: CHELTENHAM
School District: CHELTENHAM