1920 Home in Pennsylvania With a Modern Kitchen, Serene Backyard Patio and New Sewer Line (With Home Plan)

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Mathew Abraham

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Mathew Abraham

Mathew Abraham, editor of Century Homes America, brings his passion for architectural history to explore the stories behind America’s most iconic homes.

William Holder of RE/MAX Classic

Located in the historic Brookhaven neighborhood of Delaware County, this charming century home at 2 E Avon Rd beautifully blends classic architectural elements with modern comforts. Built in the early 1900s, the 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence features a distinctive stone foundation and period details, while recent renovations include a brand-new sewer line, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and enhanced hardscaping that heightens curb appeal. The home offers a spacious, light-filled interior and a serene backyard oasis with a patio, perfect for relaxation or entertaining. Priced at $299,999, this turnkey property includes a 1-car garage and driveway parking, ideally situated near shopping, dining, parks, and major commuting routes.

Backyard Patio Area

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Stone-paved patio area nestled beside the house with a small wrought-iron table and two matching chairs, offering an intimate outdoor seating spot. The house exterior features gray wooden shingles with cream trim around the windows and door, contributing to a classic, historic charm. A red brick chimney adds contrast and texture to the scene. Stone steps lead up to a screened door entrance, framed by detailed wood trim and a small outdoor light fixture. Green foliage provides natural shade, while a wrought-iron and chain-link gate marks the boundary, blending rustic and vintage elements harmoniously.

Front Entrance and Stairway

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A stone staircase bordered by black iron railings leads up to the front door of a charming historic home. The exterior combines light gray-blue wooden siding with cream trim and decorative molding around the roofline. A well-trimmed evergreen shrub partially obscures the front porch, which is enclosed with large windows creating a bright sunroom effect. The driveway slopes beside the home, leading to a garage with a stone foundation. Mature trees and green foliage provide shade and privacy, and the fallen leaves on the steps evoke a serene, natural atmosphere during fall.

Front Exterior and Garage

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The exterior shows a charming historic American home with a blend of stone and wooden siding painted in soft blue with white trim. A single-car garage with a cream-colored door is integrated beneath an enclosed porch area featuring multiple large windows that bring in ample natural light. Stone steps with a wrought-iron handrail lead to a side entrance near lush greenery and mature trees, complementing the natural setting. The roofline has a distinctive gambrel shape, adding a vintage character to the house. The overall look is quaint and inviting, balancing historic elements with practical modern updates.

Exterior Front View

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A two-story historic home with a blend of stone and blue siding exudes classic charm. The lower level features a stone facade with a single garage door, while the upper level is clad in blue horizontal siding with white trim around the windows and eaves. A sunroom with large multi-pane windows extends from the front, adding character. A stone stairway with black metal railings leads up to a small covered porch door entrance. Mature greenery and shrubbery flank the steps, and the slight slope in the yard is covered with leaf-strewn grass, creating a warm, inviting approach.

Side Yard and Exterior Shed

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Light blue painted siding with white trim outlines the side of the house, characterized by a gambrel roof design that hints at Dutch Colonial architecture. The lower portion of the exterior wall is accented with a stone foundation. A small grassy yard extends alongside the house, bordered on one side by a chain-link fence and on the other by a new wooden privacy fence. A quaint, matching light blue shed with natural wood trim and doors complements the house exterior, nestled by a green leafy tree that adds natural warmth to the space. Concrete steps lead to a rear entrance tucked beside a brick structure.

Home Plan

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A detailed floor plan illustrating a historic American home with three distinct levels: a main floor, a basement, and an upper floor. The main floor includes a living room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen with pantry, bathroom, and a sunroom entry area. Two staircases connect to the basement and upper floors. The basement is mostly unfinished space, including a garage. The upper floor contains three bedrooms, a bathroom, and multiple closets, arranged for practical use. The layout balances public living spaces and private bedrooms, integrating functional closets and stairs for circulation across levels.

Living Room with Fireplace

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Warm-toned wood laminate flooring extends across the room, complementing the rich wood-paneled fireplace mantel, which anchors one side of the space. The fireplace is framed by dark brick and an arched metal screen, adding rustic charm. Walls painted soft white create a bright, airy atmosphere enhanced by recessed ceiling lighting. Two small windows with white trim let in natural light, while a partially open white door reveals a bathroom featuring built-in shelving and a colorful stained glass window. Architectural details include clean white baseboards and a subtle archway leading to an adjacent room.

Living Room with Fireplace

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The room presents a clean and spacious layout with light-colored walls and a wood laminate floor that adds warmth. A classic wooden fireplace mantel stands out with its rich, dark stain and traditional craftsmanship, contrasting with the neutral walls. The fireplace has a brick interior and a brass screen in front. Two small windows with white trim flank the fireplace, allowing natural light. A white door opens to a small adjacent room featuring built-in shelves and a stained glass window with a red floral design, adding a historic decorative touch. The ceiling is fitted with recessed lighting, maintaining a modern feel.

Living Room Entrance

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Hardwood floors with a warm, natural finish provide a classic foundation throughout this bright living room. Crisp white walls and ceiling create an open, airy atmosphere, complemented by recessed lighting that evenly illuminates the space. A traditional wooden fireplace mantle adds a touch of historic charm and serves as a focal point, with a protective screen positioned in front. Architectural details include an arched doorway leading to carpeted stairs, as well as wide, simple trim around an open passageway connecting to an adjacent room. The room blends historic and modern elements seamlessly.

Entryway and Staircase

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A bright and open entryway leads to multiple rooms and a carpeted staircase ascending to the upper floor. The space is dominated by soft white walls and ceiling with recessed lighting that enhances the brightness. Warm-toned wood laminate flooring contrasts gently with the neutral walls, creating a welcoming ambiance. Architectural details include wide, classic trim around doorways and an arched opening over the staircase. Adjacent rooms are visible through large openings, one with a ceiling fan and multiple windows allowing natural light in, while the other has a partially open white paneled door. Overall, the design blends simplicity with classic touches.

Entryway with Fireplace

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Light hardwood flooring extends throughout the open space, contrasted by crisp white walls and trim that provide a bright and clean ambiance. The solid wood front door features a decorative half-circle window with stained glass details, allowing natural light to filter in subtly. To the right, a traditional fireplace with a rich wooden mantel and brick surround adds warmth and historic character. Two windows beside the fireplace amplify daylight, while a white arched interior door leads to another room, maintaining a simple and elegant transitional flow between spaces.

Kitchen Interior

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This kitchen has a bright, airy feel enhanced by white cabinetry with subtle decorative trim along the upper cabinets. Light wood countertops add natural warmth and complement the pale tiled flooring. Stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, and microwave, provide a sleek, modern contrast. A ceiling fan with light fixture centers the space above, while a window near the stove invites natural light. The cabinetry style combines simplicity with delicate vintage-inspired detailing, merging classic charm with practical, contemporary elements. The overall color scheme is neutral and clean, fostering an inviting and functional cooking environment.

Kitchen Countertop and Cabinets

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White cabinetry with raised panel detailing surrounds a long wooden countertop, blending classic charm with modern functionality. Black knobs accentuate the cabinet doors and drawers, creating a subtle contrast. Stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and gas stove, add contemporary touches. A large, industrial-style chrome faucet sits above a single stainless steel basin sink. The floor is tiled with a white marble pattern, complementing the bright walls and ceiling. A ceiling fan with built-in lighting hangs above, while a window near the stove brings in natural light. Decorative floral accents peek from a small corner shelf near the back door.

Compact Kitchen Area

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The kitchen presents a compact, bright layout with a light and neutral color palette dominated by white cabinetry and light wooden countertops. Classic cabinetry details with black knobs complement the traditional aesthetic, while stainless steel appliances, including a stove, microwave, refrigerator, and dishwasher, provide a modern touch. The backsplash and lower walls feature vertical paneling painted white, adding subtle texture. A sleek sink with a flexible spring faucet enhances functionality. Light pours in through two adjacent windows, illuminating the space and highlighting the clean, airy atmosphere. A modern white ceiling fan with a light completes the practical and fresh design.

Bathroom Window Detail

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White painted walls create a bright, clean atmosphere for this small bathroom area. A simple white ceramic sink with a dark metal faucet sits below a large, rectangular mirror with a thin, dark frame that adds modern contrast. To the right, built-in white shelves provide functional storage space within an alcove. The standout element is the stained glass window set in a classic white frame above the shelves, featuring a vibrant circular design of red roses and green leaves outlined in black. The traditional stained glass injects historic charm, balancing the otherwise minimalist and contemporary feel of the space.

Sunroom with Radiator Detail

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Bright and airy sunroom lined with large windows on two walls, allowing plentiful natural light and views of surrounding greenery and neighboring houses. The ceiling is paneled with narrow white wood planks running lengthwise, complementing the white walls and wood wainscoting. The floor is clad in warm-toned wood laminate, adding coziness and contrast. A prominent vintage-style black cast iron radiator runs beneath the windows, enclosed with a white wooden cover that doubles as a narrow shelf. A sliding barn door on one side introduces a rustic yet modern touch to the timeless design.

Sunroom Entrance

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Bright and airy sunroom with abundant natural light pouring through three large windows. The walls and ceiling are clad in classic white wooden panels, adding a rustic yet fresh charm. The ceiling has a beadboard style, enhancing the vintage aesthetic. Light wood laminate floors bring warmth and contrast to the mostly white space. To the right, a sliding barn door with black hardware offers access to an adjoining living area where a traditional wooden fireplace mantel is visible. Simple white trim and a minimal ceiling fixture complete this cozy, transitional space.

Bright Sitting Area

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Natural light floods the space through a large multi-pane window and a tall side window, highlighting warm wooden floors. White walls and trim create a fresh, airy atmosphere. Below the central window, a built-in radiator cover incorporates open shelving on either side, adding charm and subtle storage. A modern black ceiling fan with five blades contrasts with the neutral palette, providing contemporary appeal. The room’s clean lines and simple design emphasize functionality, making it ideal as a cozy reading nook or intimate sitting area within a historic home.

Dining Area with Fireplace View

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Natural light flows through a large window framing the corner of the room, accentuating the crisp white walls and wide baseboards. The warm wood flooring stretches throughout, connecting this smaller room seamlessly to an adjoining space framed by an elegant, traditional wood-paneled doorway. Beyond, a classic wooden mantelpiece with a brick-lined fireplace offers a historic touch, blending old-world charm with updated simplicity. A modern ceiling fan with integrated lighting hangs in the center, providing functionality and subtle contrast to the timeless finishes. Neutral tones create a bright, inviting atmosphere suitable for dining or sitting.

Dining Room Entrance

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The space presents a transitional area likely used as a dining room or informal sitting area, featuring warm medium-tone wood laminate flooring that contrasts with crisp white walls and trim. Two large doorways lead to adjacent rooms: one opens to a room with recessed lighting and a white door, while the other reveals a glimpse of a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white marble-like tiled flooring. The white decorative door and window casings add a subtle historic charm. A black ceiling fan with integrated lighting centers the space, merging function with quiet contemporary design.

Bathroom with Bathtub

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A compact bathroom with a white bathtub set against a wall covered in glossy black square tiles, contrasted with light grout lines. The room is illuminated by natural light streaming through a window, framed with classic white molding. Below the window, a white toilet with a black ventilated cover is visible. A white vanity with a small sink and minimalist faucet stands beside the tub, topped with a mirrored medicine cabinet. The floor is finished in a light, marble-like tile, enhancing the bright yet modern contrast between dark tile and white fixtures.

Bathroom Tub and Vanity

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Glossy black square tiles with white grout cover the bathtub and shower surround, creating a striking contrast against the crisp white walls and bathtub. The bathtub is deep with rounded edges and a traditional faucet setup. Adjacent to the tub is a white pedestal sink with a sleek brushed metal faucet, positioned beneath a white-framed mirrored medicine cabinet that adds storage and reflects light. The white wainscoting with subtle paneling detail continues up the wall around the sink, adding texture and complementing the clean, modern yet timeless aesthetic of this compact bathroom space.

Small Bedroom Closet

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A compact bedroom space with light beige walls and plush gray carpet flooring. Two white-framed windows allow natural light to enter, one above a white cast iron radiator, emphasizing the room’s traditional heating system. An open closet without doors reveals a simple wooden rod for hanging clothes and a shelf above for additional storage. A sleek ceiling fan with a built-in light blends modern functionality into the room’s classic design. The white door with a matte black handle adds subtle contrast against the neutral tones, creating a clean, understated aesthetic.

Upper Hallway

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Soft beige walls and white trim create a calming neutral palette in this upper hallway space. A small window with white blinds sits above an old-fashioned cast iron radiator painted white, adding historic charm. Light gray carpeting covers the floor for a cozy feel. The hallway opens through a doorway revealing a stair railing with traditional balusters and a glimpse of a door and window in the adjacent area. A modern ceiling fan with a light fixture balances the vintage elements, merging classic and contemporary design touches in this transitional space.

Bedroom Corner

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Neutral taupe walls complement soft grey carpeting, creating a calm, restful atmosphere. A modern black ceiling fan with integrated lighting contrasts with the lighter tones. The room includes a small door built into a sloped ceiling section, suggesting attic or upper-level architecture. Two windows with white trim allow natural light while presenting a view of surrounding buildings. A white radiator cover beneath the windows blends functionality and clean lines. Classic molding accents the baseboards and window frames, maintaining a slight traditional touch alongside contemporary updates throughout the space.

Bedroom Interior

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Soft beige walls create a warm, neutral backdrop in this bedroom. Plush gray carpeting covers the floor, adding comfort and texture. A modern ceiling fan with sleek dark blades contrasts subtly with the light ceiling, providing both style and function. The white door with classic paneling opens into a hallway featuring traditional wooden balusters, hinting at historic architectural details elsewhere in the home. Natural light filters in softly from a window just out of frame to the left, brightening the space while maintaining a calm and inviting atmosphere.

Bedroom Corner

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Soft gray walls frame a cozy bedroom corner illuminated by natural light from a large window to the right. The room is carpeted with plush, thick gray carpeting providing warmth and comfort underfoot. Two white paneled doors, one slightly ajar leading to an adjoining space or hallway, offer classic contrast to the neutral wall color. A modern ceiling fan with a sleek black finish and integrated light fixture hangs centrally overhead, maintaining the room’s contemporary simplicity. White baseboards and trim add definition and a clean finished look, while an outlet is discreetly positioned near the floor along the wall.

Listing Agent: William Holder of RE/MAX Classic via Zillow 

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