Art Deco

This lovely two-bedroom, one bath condo in Garden Court is the epitome of elegant living for University City. Built in 1923, units in this Art Deco complex are highly sought after for their unique charm, period details and great location. Residents and visitors enter through a welcoming, landscaped courtyard with koi pond. This first floor unit is steps from the main lobby. The front door opens into a spacious foyer, with a VERY large closet. Beginning in the foyer and continuing throughout, all spaces are defined by beautiful hardwood floors,crown molding and new windows approved by both the Condo Association and Historical Commission for their energy efficiency and period look. The foyer opens up to a large formal dining room and living room large enough to accommodate a grand piano AND a full complement of both living and dining room furniture. The kitchen can also be accessed from the foyer through a French door on butlers hinges. Recently updated, this cooks kitchen has new flooring, hardwood cabinetry and all stainless appliances, including: a GE Profile five-burner stove with double convection oven and microwave hood, GE Profile stainless steel fridge, and a stainless steel Bosch dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a quaint patio perfect for sipping coffee with room for your potted herb garden. Architectural charm and details are also found in both the master and second bedrooms, which EACH containing not one, but TWO closets outfitted with automatic lighting. Each bedroom also features ceiling fan light fixtures. The stylish and graceful decor continues in the stately bathroom, which has its original marble slab walls, a stained glass window, full-sized tub AND stackable washer and dryer less than a year old (no need to use the common laundry room!). The unit has radiators fitted with custom covers throughout (please note that the Condo Association pays for heating) and three new window A/C units, all less than one year old. The complex amenities are plentiful and include a library, clubhouse with pool table, gym and lap pool(itself an Art Deco masterpiece!) plus lovely, shaded common gardens throughout the grounds. The surrounding neighborhood has been rated a "walker and biker paradise" by walkscore.com and also enjoys an excellent array of transit options, taking you anywhere in and around the city in minutes. This lovely home has everything you need, right where you want to be. Come tour H103 in Garden Court and see for yourself.