Philadelphia, PA 19119,715 E DORSET ST
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Philadelphia, PA 19119,715 E DORSET ST
Philadelphia, PA 19119,715 E DORSET ST
Philadelphia, PA 19119,715 E DORSET ST
Philadelphia, PA 19119,715 E DORSET ST
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Listed by Tim Owen • Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
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715 E DORSET ST Philadelphia, PA 19119

4 Beds

2 Baths

1,711 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Under Contract

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,711 sqft

Price per Sqft $248

Subdivision Mt Airy (East)

MLS Listing ID PAPH2549398

Style Cape Cod

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 1,711

Year Built 1925

Available Date 2025-10-19

Annual Tax Amount $4,942

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 3,695 Sqft

Acres 0.08

Lot Dimensions 42.00 x 90.00

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

First time to hit the market in 59 years, owner-occupied since 1966! Featuring a very rare first floor Primary bedroom w/ a full bath with a bathtub/shower as well as a 2nd bedroom, kitchen, dining/breakfast room, living room w/ a brick fireplace & French Doors that can also be a combined living room & dining room on the first floor! Rare & hard to find a Detached single-family home at this price in Mt. Airy! Welcome to this beautifully updated Detached Single-Family 4-bedroom, 2-full bath Stone home located in the highly sought-after Mt. Airy neighborhood. This classic home combines timeless architectural character w/ modern updates, offering a wood burning fireplace, the entire level yard is gated/fenced, a patio, a heated bonus room can be a 5th bedroom, office, fitness studio or a kids playroom, there is also a heated walkout basement w/ it's own rear entrance. Step inside through the vestibule into a bright, spacious interior filled w/ natural light. The home gets incredible light. Throughout the home, you'll find original restored Oak hardwood floors, millwork, moldings, custom built-in's, Brass doorknobs, French doors, wood paneled doors & windows throughout, 2 restored Instagram worthy cool full baths w/ bath tubs/showers in both baths—preserving the home's historic charm while enhancing comfort & style. The main level features an open layout that seamlessly blends vintage elegance w/ modern convenience. The updated kitchen includes Oak Moss cabinetry w/ Brushed Brass hardware, solid surface countertops, & luxury vinyl plank flooring. A rear entrance to the kitchen adds practical access, & the space flows naturally into the adjacent dining & living rooms, making it ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Gated & fenced Front, side, & rear yards w/ a patio provide ample outdoor space for kids, pets, gardening, or gatherings—whether you're hosting a BBQ, birthday party, or simply enjoying a quiet evening outside. Upstairs, there are 2 additional bedrooms that have multiple closets, a flexible dressing, sitting, kids/pets playroom, or office area w/ a second full bathroom. The walkout lower level offers versatility that includes a laundry area w/ a utility sink. With its own rear entrance & direct access to the yard, this level is ideal for another kids/pets play room, home office, fitness studio, art studio, workshop, home business or additional storage. Recent updates include the kitchen, bathrooms, architectural shingle roof, gutters, downspouts, gas forced air York furnace, gas Rheem hot water heater, Brushed Brass light fixtures, Matte Black faucets, Rainhead showers, LED lighting, & the entire interior & exterior were just professionally painted. Additional features include closet & storage space, & an abundance of windows that bathe the home in natural light. Located just blocks from the Stenton & Sedgwick SEPTA Stations, this home offers easy access to Center City, Suburban & 30th Street Stations, major universities, hospitals, & Philadelphia Airport. It's also within walking distance to Germantown Avenue's cafes, boutiques, brewpubs, & ice cream shops, as well as neighborhood amenities like Lovett Library, Pleasant Playground, playing fields, basketball courts, & a dog park. The top private schools are nearby. Outdoor enthusiasts will love proximity to Carpenter's Woods, Cresheim Trail, Fairmount Park, & the Wissahickon Valley trails. Commuters will enjoy convenient access to Lincoln Drive, Kelly Drive, Routes 1, 76, 476, 309, 276, & I-95, w/ quick connections to Chestnut Hill, East Falls, the Main Line, & destinations across Pennsylvania, Mt. Airy is known for its leafy streets, historic stone architecture, mature parkland, & vibrant sense of community. This is a rare opportunity to own a home that offers both historic charm and modern convenience in one of Philadelphia's most beloved neighborhoods. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, the estimated 2025 property taxes are only $3543.

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19119 (19119)

Zoning RSA2

Rooms

Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Office, Utility Room, Full Bath

Basement Daylight, Full, Drain, Full, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Space For Rooms, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Interior

Interior Features Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Wine Storage, Wood Floors

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Energy Star Heating System, Forced Air

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Solid Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Brick, Mantel(s), Wood, Stone

Inclusions Refrigerator/Freezer. Conveys in as-is condition.

Equipment Refrigerator

Fireplace Y

Window Features Double Hung,Screens,Storm

Appliance Refrigerator

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Basement

Exterior

Exterior Feature Patio(s)

Fence Chain Link, Privacy, Wood, Fully

Water Access N

View Garden/Lawn

Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched

Accessibility None

Porch Patio(s)

Garage N

Building

Lot Description Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Story 2

Foundation Stone

Above Ground Finished SqFt 1711

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Cape Cod

Level or Stories 2

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

New Construction N

Schools

School District Philadelphia City

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 222022100

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 1711

Special Listing Condition Standard

Bright MLS (BMLS)
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    John F. McCloskey School

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    Mastery Charter School - Francis D. Pastorius Elemen

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    Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences

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    Charles W. Henry School

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    Thurgood Marshall School

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