Tree-lined Yale Avenue sets the stage for this charming University City home, where original character and thoughtful updates live happily together. The living room features a set of distinctive French doors with pretty metal grills that surround the gorgeous stone fireplace. The living room opens into a spacious dining room that is adjacent to the updated kitchen that includes custom cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless appliances, and a convenient pantry. A bright and useful mudroom leads to the gorgeous brick patio, glorious gardens, and fenced backyard—perfect for morning coffee, happy hour, or letting everyone (and everything) run free. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms share a large, beautifully updated bath with a jetted tub, while three—yes, THREE—linen/storage closets keep life organized on the second floor. Original hardwood floors throughout the main and second levels are in wonderful condition and add warmth at every turn. The finished lower level delivers even more fun with a rec room, play space, full bath and laundry room - the washer/dryer stay - plus a great storage room with built-ins. A convenient entrance to the lower level from the driveway is especially useful and you can add to that a detached two-car garage that includes built-in storage. Charming ... comfortable ... and full of surprises—this Yale Avenue gem is waiting to welcome YOU home!