Bohemian Enclave in W Philly

Description

Located in the vicinity of Penn, Drexel and convenient to center city art schools and institutions; ideal for the artistically or poetically inclined faculty/ postdoc: single, couple, or small family. A typical twin-house front porch entrance leads into a art gallery foyer; upstairs through its separate entrance you are met with a unique interior with its funky elegance. contains antique, folk, and contemporary art decor: 1820s China to Japanese pottery, an original wrought metal coffee table, prints, pastel, oil paintings and ample skylights and plants throughout. The unit consists of two-stories (the 2nd and 3rd floors). On the 2nd floor a living-dining area flows into a well-equipped chef-friendly, country-style kitchen. The 3rd floor the bathroom and loft.Two different office/ bedrooms are available in the front on the building—the 2nd floor one features an eclectic family portrait gallery and homeowners’ calligraphy hanging scrolls, the 3rd floor bedroom/ office contains manga and graphica on the shelves of its upper level. Surprisingly quiet surroundings suitable for contemplation and writing. Good shopping and restaurants just a 15-20 minute walk away. Walk, bike, or jog along the nearby Schuylkill River. Right across the river from the museum district! The rental is not merely transactional, but the funds raised go back into house upkeep. Looking for a mature and responsibility tenant so that the space is enhanced. The right tenant must be friendly with the immediate neighbors, have a house-sitting mindset, and, foremost, be excellent at communication. Neatniks, plant lovers and other nurturers are sought. What is in the house is there to be used, but loving attention and respect is needed for the plants and the furniture. Caretaking includes regular sweeping, wiping, and oiling furniture. The overseer must be notified immediately of any problems. Pests is a problem easily prevented with the right conscientious cleaning habits and use of the pest service. Minimum lease: 5 mos, although longer preferred. The rent is negotiable, and can go down to a responsible tenant after two months. Additional weeks or months can be negotiated. Aside from regular (daily/ weekly) cleaning habits, the tenant is required to use a specified cleaning service every 3 months (to be paid for by the tenant). University, hospital, or other institutional affiliation preferred. Not considering undergrads.