25 E Franklin St, New Freedom, PA 17349

Property Description

This charming home blends classic character with thoughtful modern updates and offers space, flexibility, and future potential. A large covered wraparound front porch welcomes you and creates the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Inside, you will immediately notice the beautifully restored hardwood floors, original woodwork, and bright, spacious rooms filled with natural light. The living room and dining room offer generous space for gathering and entertaining while maintaining the warmth and character that makes this home truly special. A separate game parlor or sitting room provides additional flexible living space. The newly renovated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, updated countertops, and abundant storage. Just off the kitchen is a convenient laundry and mudroom area with a new stackable washer and dryer and access to the backyard deck. Upstairs you will find three comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, along with restored hardwood floors and charming architectural details throughout. The primary bedroom offers access to a private deck overlooking the backyard and includes a bonus room with kitchenette that could serve as a nursery, sitting room, home office, or future expansion space. The walk-up attic is large and open with impressive ceiling height, offering excellent storage or the potential for additional finished living space. The unfinished basement also provides plenty of room for storage, workshop space, or future finishing. Outside, the fenced backyard offers space for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing outdoors, with access to off-street parking and a detached garage area. Major improvements completed in 2025 and 2026 include a brand new kitchen, stainless steel appliances, new stackable washer and dryer, updated electrical with complete removal of knob-and-tube wiring, new gas line installation, new gas boiler, and structural repairs. Located near the NCR Rail Trail that goes from PA to MD, local restaurants, ice cream, coffee shop, brewery, and other neighborhood favorites, this home offers both character and convenience with room to grow. It is the quintessential home on main street ready for it's next story.