Essential West Mount Airy. A 3-story twin--not too big!--just right!--with 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Well-maintained with special features like the extra space offered by the enclosed front porch, the solid fuel wood catalytic fireplace insert, the ribbon inlays in the oak floors, almost all new windows, abundant sunshine, great closets, flower-filled yard. Floor plan: 1st floor: Enclosed porch entry, living room with fireplace and built-in bookcases, formal dining room with bay window perfect for green plants, upgraded kitchen with handsome cherry cabinetry, black appliances including dishwasher, microwave, gas cooking, refrigerator, and plenty of counters and storage including counter that can accommodate stools for eating in the kitchen, exit to deck overlooking fenced gardens. 2nd floor: Three spacious bedrooms: each with excellent closet, ceiling fan, sparkling full bathroom with ceramic tile and shower over tub. 3rd floor: Expansive landing at the top of the stairs offers deep storage closet and access to two nice-sized bedrooms (currently used as offices) with extra closet space and extraordinary natural light. The full bath has all new plumbing with ceramic tile and shower over tub. Basement: Full, unfinished, for utilities, laundry, work area and storage, exit to outside. Here is how the sellers describe living at 518 Arbutus Street:--"The location is amazing--a few blocks from Carpenter's Woods and the Wissahickon Valley Park. I love to hike, bike, walk the dog and enjoy the quiet and beauty in the woods in any season."--"Beautiful natural light-filled rooms--especially those facing the back of the house."--"Friendly, tight-knit neighborhood with block parties, kids who walk to school together and people always willing to take in a package or put away your garbage cans."--"The Community: Weaver's Way Food Co-op, High Point Cafe, wonderful neighbors, we feel very connected to the people here."--"The warm sunshine streaming through the windows. I work at home and love to sit in the warm sunshine."--"The fireplace: nothing makes me happier than sitting by the warm roaring fire. It creates so much atmosphere and is very beautiful."--"Perfect sized yards for enjoying gardening without being overwhelmed by it."Not only all the above, but also the nearby commuter rail will get you to Center City in about 20 minutes!Settlement timing is flexible. Easy to show. Showings start Saturday, 2/29/20.