Located in the ever popular Essex Place, this stunning Oakmont Grand model offers over 1799 sq. ft. of luxury living space with an additional 658 sq. ft. in the professionally finished lower level. Beautifully updated, this home features 3 bedrooms with 2 baths, a remodeled designer kitchen (2016) NEW Hi Efficiency Heat and Air (2018) and a newer hot water heater (2017).This spacious home offers an open floor plan with lots of amenities which includes a large living room with hardwood floors that continue in to the formal dining room that is accented with a handsome wainscoting. The gourmet kitchen features custom crafted wood cabinetry, pull out drawers, soft closing doors, stainless steel Bosch appliances, quartz countertops, a custom backsplash and a copper farmhouse sink. Backing to open space with manicured grounds the view from the kitchen is very private and picturesque. A sliding glass door in the eating area leads to a private patio for outdoor dining and relaxation. A convenient bar with a marble top and seating for a few stools is located between the kitchen and family room, perfect for entertaining. A gas fireplace with a decorative wood mantle is the focal point of the spacious family room which features a hardwood floor. Lots of windows throughout provide an abundant amount of natural light. An abundance of recessed lighting, with dimmers for added ambiance, can be found throughout. The lower level has been professionally finished and was designed for the ultimate in entertaining with a spacious Media room and an area for a bar. Just beyond the large storage room there is another room ideal for arts and crafts, an in home gym or an even an office. Its location would also be perfect for anyone taking on-line education as it is a quiet space with no distractions. There is also a cedar closest for added storage. On the second floor you will find a large Master bedroom with custom columned woodwork, two closets (one a walk-in) and a Master Bathroom. There are two guest bedrooms, full hall bathroom and a 2nd floor laundry room with Samsung front loading washer and dryer. Pull down stairs in the hall provides additional storage in the floored attic. The association has just installed a new roof which helps with energy efficiency. This community offers a tot lot, a park gazebo and is conveniently located close to a local gym, restaurants, a shopping center and easy access to all major highways. Center city Philadelphia is only 20 minutes away