Introducing House Hunt

Looking for a new home? Patch wants to help with the house hunt. Every week, we plan to feature "must-see" homes for sale in the area.

Want to see it for yourself? Sewickley Patch also will include the times of open houses. There won't be many open houses this Sunday because of the whole thing, but check back next week for a comprehensive listing of houses that will be open for your inspection.

This week’s featured homes are in the heart of .

Check out some of the options and move into your new home by spring. 

To view one of the homes, call Jill Stehnach at Preferred, 421 Broad St., 412-741-6312 ext. 207. And a big thank you to Prudential for providing our first batch of homes.

1.   614 Fountain St., Sewickley, $399,000

Renovated Village Victorian -- Unbelievable charm throughout the home. Upon entrance, there is a spacious foyer. Beautiful marble floors add a special touch. The living room is spacious and bright. Fall in love with the built in bookcases, leaded glass doors, the fireplace and the gorgeous hardwood flooring. A formal dining room will make entertaining easy. French doors to the rear veranda will extend your entertaining space when needed.  The stunning built-in-wall china cabinet is truly a focal piece of this space.

Don't overlook the one-of-a-kind custom window transoms throughout the first floor. A gourmet kitchen includes a spacious center island, stainless Viking gas stove, newer cabinets and counter tops and unique tile flooring. Aside the kitchen is a powder/laundry room for convenience, and a wonderful wide built- in pantry. The light fixtures throughout this home have been updated to reflect the grace and charm of this unique property.

The second floor features the master suite and two additional bedrooms. All with ample closet space and gorgeous hardwood flooring. Don't miss the beautiful vanity in the hall bath and fireplace mantles in each bedroom. The master bath features a doublewide shower, newer vanity with gorgeous mirror and abundant cabinet space.

The third floor is home to two additional bedrooms and storage space. The hardwood extends to the third floor, and the pine unique turned staircase is gorgeous! These bedrooms feature great natural light and beautiful beamed ceilings. Glass French doors close off the second zone for heating and cooling this floor. The rear yard is magnificent. Wide and completely fenced for pets or play. Off-street driveway parking for two to three cars and designer landscaping.

Easy walking distance to the Sewickley Village shops, restaurants, YMCA and Starbucks.

2.   624 Fountain St., Sewickley, $340,000

  Best of Old and New --This renovated four bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial is only steps to the Sewickley Village. The new mudroom/butler's pantry has abundant storage space with tile floor. The woodwork and moldings are amazing. There is a first-floor powder room for convenience and a new gas log fireplace in the living room. This home features spacious room sizes throughout.

The second floor showcases four bedrooms and a full bath. One of the guest rooms features crown molding, custom window cornices and a custom closet organizer. Another room features custom built-in bookcases, abundant natural light and easy access to the back staircase. The mechanics of this home are sound. The house also offers newer windows -- all but five -- a newer furnace and roof.

Other features include new central air and gas line to the street, blown-in insulation and added attic insulation. Updated electrical service, new gutters and garage doors are also included.

This home sits on a double lot, offering a buffer between neighboring homes. Every room has been upgraded with the exception of the full bath. Sellers are offering a $5,000 credit to the buyer for bath renovations with an agreed upon offer. With a level rear yard, concrete driveway and two-car detached garage, this is a great home in this price range in Sewickley!

3.    703 Harbaugh St., Sewickley, $239,900

Renovated Home -- Charm galore describes this totally renovated craftsman-style home that is steps to the Village. Beautiful gardens surround this fenced corner lot. The wide front porch is perfect for enjoying the sights and sounds of village life. The driveway and one-car detached garage are very rare in this price range.

There is a spacious foyer to greet family and friends. Hardwood floors run throughout this home. The living room is spacious and welcoming. There is abundant natural light throughout this home. An original pocket door allows separation from the living room and the foyer for entertaining convenience. Beautiful French doors also separate the living room from the dining room. There is easy access from the kitchen and a beautiful original built-in china cabinet. This home features a discreetly placed powder room on the first floor. Eclectic and functional, this space also doubles for pantry storage. The kitchen features white cabinets, concrete counter top and gorgeous new tile flooring.

The second floor features three spacious bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has a unique and newer sleeping porch addition. The full bath has been totally renovated with newer tile flooring, shower surround and newer fixtures. The mechanics of this home are sound. Updates include newer windows, 200 amp. electrical service, wiring, furnace and central air. The basement has a space that would be perfect for your wine cellar. There is a rear patio and the landscaping surrounding this home offers amazing privacy.

4.   Recently Sold in The Village: 723 Nevin Ave., Sewickley, 3 bedroom, 2.5 baths. Was listed for $310,000 and closed at $302,500.