715 E DORSET ST Open House Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Philadelphia,PA 19119
OPEN HOUSE
Sun Oct 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,711 sqft
Price per Sqft $263
Subdivision Mt Airy (East)
MLS Listing ID PAPH2549398
Style Cape Cod
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1925
Available Date 2025-10-19
Annual Tax Amount $4,942
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 3,695 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
Owner-occupied since 1966, first time to hit the market in 59 years! Featuring very a-hard-to-find in Mt. Airy Primary bedroom with a full bath & a 2nd bedroom on the first floor! Also hard to find a detached home under $500k in Mt. Airy! Welcome to this beautifully updated Detached 4-bedroom, 2-full bath Stone home located in the highly sought-after Mt. Airy neighborhood. This classic home combines timeless architectural character with modern updates, offering one wood burning fireplace, the entire yard is gated & fenced, a patio, a heated bonus room can be a 5th bedroom, office, fitness studio or a kids playroom, heated walkout basement & more. Step inside through the vestibule into a bright, spacious interior filled with natural light. The home gets incredible light. Throughout the home, you'll find original restored millwork, moldings, custom built-in's, Brass doorknobs, French doors, wood paneled doors, windows & hardwood floors throughout, 2 restored Instagram worthy vintage full baths with 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 with modern convenience. The updated kitchen includes Oak Moss cabinetry with 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 and entertaining. Gated & fenced Front, side, & rear yards with 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 with a second full bathroom. The upstairs could also be turned into a rental apartment. You have the option to live on the first floor & rent out the 2nd floor. The walkout lower level offers versatility that includes a laundry area with 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, roof, gutters, downspouts, natural gas: forced air York furnace & Rheem 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, with 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. Showings begin at the Grand Opening Public Open House this Sunday, October 19, from 11 to 1 pm.
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
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Hot Water
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
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Fence Chain Link,Privacy,Wood,Fully
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn
Roof Type Architectural Shingle,Pitched
Building
Lot Description Cleared,Front Yard,Level,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
New Construction N
Schools
School District Philadelphia City
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard