813 Locust Street Ext New Kensington, PA 15068

Listing details for 813 Locust Street Ext, New Kensington, PA 15068 : Old-World Brick Beauty with Modern Upgrades. Step into timeless character and modern comfort in this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1.5- bath two-story brick home in a lovely neighborhood setting. Showcasing classic old-world architecture, a distinctive sloped tile roof, and an impressive original arched wood entry door, this home blends historic charm with today's most sought-after updates. A welcoming foyer features ceramic tile flooring and a walk-in coat room with a window, creating a warm first impression. The spacious living room combines classic charm and modern style with new soft creamy beige wall-to-wall carpeting, an updated fireplace featuring fresh paint and contemporary tile, and beautifully restored antique French doors that open to a huge, covered side patio—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The formal dining room features new luxury vinyl plank flooring and flows seamlessly into the stunningly renovated kitchen. Designed with both style and functionality in mind, the kitchen boasts refreshed cabinetry with designer paint and brushed gold hardware, quartz countertops, a seafoam green and cream tile backsplash, recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and a stainless workstation sink beneath a picture window overlooking the backyard. A convenient mudroom and updated half bath complete the main level. At the heart of the home, the refinished original staircase serves as a striking architectural centerpiece, complete with charming built-in blanket drawers at the first upper landing. Upstairs, you'll find beautifully refinished hardwood flooring throughout, a spacious primary bedroom with a cozy reading nook, a generous second bedroom, and a third bedroom featuring a walk-in closet with a window. The full bathroom has been completely renovated with new plumbing, luxury finishes, a porcelain-over-steel tub with ceramic tile surround, modern vanity, brushed gold fixtures, and an LED-lit shower niche. The home also offers a generous 26' x 28' unfinished basement, providing abundant storage space and outstanding potential for future expansion. Whether you envision a family room, home gym, workshop, recreation area, or additional living space, the possibilities are endless. Outside, you'll find a detached one-car garage, a freshly painted covered patio with arched entries, and extensive landscaping improvements, including the removal of overgrown trees and shrubs, new flower beds, a stone pathway surrounding the home, and a reseeded yard. Major mechanical improvements provide peace of mind, including a brand-new furnace, newly added central air conditioning, upgraded electrical service with a new panel, new double-pane vinyl windows, targeted repair and restoration of original tile roof, updated plumbing with PEX water lines, and second-floor laundry hookups. This exceptional home offers the rare opportunity to enjoy the craftsmanship and character of a bygone era while benefiting from extensive modern renovations throughout. Move right in and enjoy the perfect blend of historic elegance, modern convenience, and future potential.