4643 PINE Street Unit C411
Philadelphia, PA 19143

C411 is a rare Open Plan One Bedroom with a newer Kitchen and wonderful upgrades. The Entry Alcove has two large Closets, and room for mirrors and staging tables. The Living Room is enhanced by a dramatic 5-Window Bay, bathing the space in natural light and ventilation. With 18' of width there is room for a more formal dining table, plus areas to sit and chat, work, read or watch TV. The Kitchen features Stainless Appliances, capacious Cabinets, long counters a double Sink and two Windows. It even has a gas stove, rare in condos. The Dining Area has its own Window and a Peninsula/Bar-height Table, that a Buyer might keep at no extra charge. The 210 SqFt Bedroom has two Windows and a Walk-in Closet. The attached Bathroom has many upgrades. This unit has both its own private full sized, stacking Laundry Machines, in addition to a Common Area commercial Laundry. Common areas include an indoor pool, Fitness Room, tranquil Library, and huge Community Room with Pool and Ping Pong. There are beautifully landscaped, gated Courtyards to sit and 'forest-bath with Koi Ponds and charming Fountains. Staff to handles the rougher chores, (Snow and Rubbish Remove and maintaining common areas. What is the highest and best use of this "Move-in" Ready Condo? If you have a law, medical or Ph.D. student fortunate enough to attend PENN or Drexel., or intern at HUP, CHOP, the VA, or Perlman, you can enable their success with a beautiful, constant, space for their academic career. Past residents have included winners of the Peabody and Pulitzer Prizes and students who have become Rhodes Scholars. If your parent would like to relocate nearby, in a Condo-flat in a gated, elevated building, Garden Court might be a great place to achieve your goals. And this is a convenient pied-a-terre, for anyone who needs to visit Philly frequently, and best of all, C411 is a lovely home. With bank interest still low, pay cash. Your 'interest' is in a history of steady appreciation, while the monthly fees are much less than comparable Student or Senior housing, and deliver many more amenities. The Garden Court Condominiums are super desirable because they were beautifully built in 1920, with fabulous Courtyards, High Ceilings, Wood Floors, ample Closet Space, Steam Heat and a limited number of units per floor and elevator, (supporting health, privacy and convenience). Electronic fobs give access to Courtyard, Lobby and Recreation areas while recording entries for added security. This desirable, move-in ready condo would make a great apartment for anyone affiliated with nearby PENN, DREXEL, HUP or the VA. It could also be a pied-a-terre for anyone hoping to have a private space close to Center City and/or family. C411 is convenient to Public Transportation, has an indoor bike room and exterior bike racks in the courtyard. It is pedestrian friendly. Walk to the Farmers market at Clark Park, free concerts at Cedar Park and Malcolm X, nearby Coffee shops, James Beard winner Vietnam Café. Owner Occupants might be eligible for a city grant of up to $10,000 and Real Estate Tax Savings through the Homestead Exemption (check with Phila.gov). The Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia holds a façade, ensuring you arrive home to what feels like a suite at Downton Abbey, or a European boutique Hotel. Wave a greeting to the giant Gold Fish and Koi as you walk past the pond and fountain. Recent units have sold almost as fast as they have come on the market. Please do not let grass grow under your feet. Make an appointment as soon as you can.