Welcome to 216 S St NE, a sunny and stunning 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom detached Victorian home nestled in the wonderful community of Eckington. With a legacy of warm hospitality, this expansive and elegant home offers a combination of historic charm, modern amenities, and a large lot perfect for entertaining, play dates, and gardening in the city. Enjoy morning coffee and meet your friendly neighbors from the comfort of the large front porch. Upon entering, a proper foyer graciously welcomes you to a home with high ceilings, handsome hardwood floors, hints of original finishes, and spacious rooms that exude timeless elegance. The formal dining room with a cozy fireplace is generously sized and is ideal for hosting dinner parties with family and friends. The beautiful kitchen with classic shaker cabinetry and a center island serves as the heart of the home, perfect for gathering with loved ones. A mud room from the kitchen leads to a huge backyard with a flagstone patio, immaculate gardens, and a detached garage to provide you with private covered parking and extra storage solutions. Take a deep breath and relax in the peaceful oasis of your home garden surrounded by perennials, crepe myrtle trees, and blooming hydrangeas for your delight. The first upper level features 4 spacious bedrooms and a bonus office space, while the top level of the home features an extra family room or play area as well as an additional bedroom perfect for your guests or an au pair suite. The basement has LVP flooring to give you additional space as well. The home also boasts a new roof, a waterproofing system to give you peace of mind, and meticulously maintained systems. The home is in close proximity to the MBT bike trail, Alethia Tanner Park with its gorgeous green spaces, epic playground, outdoor movies over the summer, and dog park, and local favorite places such as Big Bear, Bacio’s Pizzeria, Alamo Drafthouse, MetroBar, and Kraken for roller skating and pickleball aficionados. The perfect ensemble of historic Victorian charm and modern comforts and a tightly knit neighborly community on the block, 216 S St NE is the place to call home.
