Welcome to 520 W Mermaid Lane, a charming and beautifully maintained home tucked away on an exceptional, picturesque lot in Chestnut Hill. This lovely property is surrounded by lush perennial gardens, mature trees, and thoughtfully designed landscaping. As you enter the two-story foyer, a cozy sitting room with a gas fireplace framed by built-in shelving and an adjacent powder room creates a warm and welcoming space. The sunlit kitchen features a center island with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and opens to a bright breakfast room with built-in cabinetry, surrounded by windows offering lovely views of the front gardens. This area also provides convenient access to both the front yard and the rear two-car garage. The adjacent dining room offers glass doors leading to the rear patio and opens to the spacious living room. Filled with natural light from a wall of glass sliders, the living room features an additional gas fireplace and overlooks the serene slate patio and pool. The first floor offers two bedrooms: one with dual closets and direct access to a full hall bath, and a larger bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring dual sinks and two closets—an exceptional secondary primary suite option. This bath also offers direct access to the backyard, ideal for days spent enjoying the pool. Upstairs, the generous primary suite (or guest suite) includes a large walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaking tub overlooking the backyard. A cozy open sitting area connects to the suite, offering flexible space for work or relaxation. This level also features an additional guest bedroom with pocket doors leading to a walk-in closet, a second-floor laundry room, a full hall bath, and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a playroom, exercise space, or additional bedroom. Additional highlights include an unfinished basement ideal for storage, a home generator, and a backyard designed for easy living. The expansive slate patio with a retractable awning is perfect for al fresco dining and leads to a spacious lounging area beside the in-ground pool. The flat, grassy lot offers rare privacy, bordered by mature trees. Ideally located just minutes from the St. Martins train station, the vibrant shops and restaurants of Chestnut Hill, and the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley Park, 520 W Mermaid Lane offers a welcoming lifestyle with seamless indoor-outdoor living in one of Philadelphia’s most beloved neighborhoods.
Sold for $1,500,000
$1,500,000
520 W Mermaid Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19118
5beds
4,116sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
1.03 Acres Lot
$1,535,100 Zestimate®
$364/sqft
$6,760 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,535,100
$1.40M - $1.69M
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Gas fireplaceFlat grassy lotIn-ground poolThoughtfully designed landscapingBuilt-in shelvingVersatile bonus roomBuilt-in cabinetry
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Listed by:
Jennifer Rinella 215-287-7650,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill,
Listing Team: The Sivel Group, Co-Listing Team: The Sivel Group,Co-Listing Agent: Michael Sivel 215-247-3750,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Bought with:
Richard McIlhenny, RS277554
RE/MAX Services
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2475666
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Unspecified
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 X 15
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 15
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 X 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 X 15
Other
- Description: SUN ROOM
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 X 10
Heating
- Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Central Vacuum, Eat-in Kitchen, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,116
- Total interior livable area: 4,116 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,116
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Asphalt, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Awning(s)
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Concrete, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.03 Acres
- Dimensions: 150.00 x 300.00
- Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 092140900
- Zoning: RSD1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2025 | Sold | $1,500,000+8.7%$364/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2475666 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2025 | Pending sale | $1,379,999$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2475666 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Contingent | $1,379,999$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2475666 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,379,999+34.6%$335/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2475666 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2015 | Sold | $1,025,000-4.7%$249/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2015 | Price change | $1,075,000-6.5%$261/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Services #6559001 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+322%$279/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Services #6559001 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/1995 | Sold | $272,500$66/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,455 +12.4% | $1,675,600 +12.4% |
| 2024 | $20,871 | $1,491,000 |
| 2023 | $20,871 +39.3% | $1,491,000 |
| 2022 | $14,985 | -- |
| 2021 | $14,985 +8.5% | -- |
| 2018 | $13,806 +4.2% | -- |
| 2017 | $13,246 -83.3% | -- |
| 2016 | $79,096 +598% | -- |
| 2015 | $11,331 | -- |
| 2014 | $11,331 +8.5% | $809,500 +1020.3% |
| 2012 | $10,445 | $72,256 |
| 2011 | -- | $72,256 |
| 2010 | -- | $72,256 |
| 2009 | -- | $72,256 |
| 2008 | -- | $72,256 |
| 2007 | -- | $72,256 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $67,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $67,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $67,200 -7.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $72,320 +13.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,520 |
| 2000 | -- | $63,520 |
| 1999 | -- | $63,520 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Henry H. Houston Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Germantown
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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