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Sold for $590,000
  • $590,000

    6845 Gorsten St, Philadelphia, PA 19119

    5beds
    2,640sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    4,320 Square Feet Lot
    $659,700 Zestimate®
    $223/sqft
    $3,941 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $659,700

    $620,000 - $699,000

    $3,941/mo

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    What's special

    Working gas fireplaceHigh ceilingsStone homeOriginal hardwood flooringExtra large dining roomReclaimed wood wallGreat for storage
    Dreaming of a stone home with early 1900's character on a quiet tree-lined street with easy access to major roads and center city? Look no further. 5 bedroom/3.5 bath home in Mount Airy with a huge driveway, backyard and wrap around porch. Porch was revived and had all wood replaced and is a delight to enjoy your morning coffee or the evening breeze. Enter the home to the spacious foyer where you'll find original hardwood flooring here and throughout the home along with deep windowsills, an abundance of natural light, original trim and molding throughout. The living room features a woodburning fireplace, extra large dining room, perfect for hosting family dinners. A Butler’s pantry and powder room separate the dining room from the kitchen which has been tastefully updated, while still maintaining the character that radiates throughout this home. There are 2 staircases, one of which is accessed through the kitchen. There is also a mudroom that offers a variety of functions, extra storage? Shoe and backpack disembarkment? all of the boxes yet to be unpacked? The options are endless. Second floor features 3 large bedrooms, one of which has a working gas fireplace with reclaimed wood wall and an enormous bay window that serves as a perfect winter home for your porch plants. There is a full bathroom with access from 2 bedrooms, as well as the hallway. The third-floor features 2 additional bedrooms and another full bathroom. The basement is huge with a full bathroom, high ceilings and great for storage or can be finished to add another level of living space. Enchanting backyard with the most adorable shed you've ever seen that has working windows and can be used for potting, a workshop, storage or a she shed. Conveniently located within walking distance to the train, restaurants and shops of Mount Airy and Chestnut Hill with easy accessibility to all major roads.

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    Listed by:

    Erin Thompson 610-724-5702,

    Compass RE

    Bought with:

    Bill Shelton, RS277741

    BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2256832MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s), Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Additional Stairway, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Double/Dual Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
    • Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,640
    • Total interior livable area: 2,640 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,640
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Concrete, Enclosed, Driveway
    • Uncovered spaces: 6
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Wrap Around
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 4,320 sqft
    • Dimensions: 32.00 x 135.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 222261400
    • Zoning: RSA2
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Stone
    • Foundation: Stone
    Condition
    • Excellent,Very Good,Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Subdivision: Mt Airy
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/1/2023Sold$590,000-1.7%$223/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2256832 Report a problem
    8/24/2023Pending sale$599,900$227/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2256832 Report a problem
    7/24/2023Contingent$599,900$227/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2256832 Report a problem
    7/23/2023Price change$599,900-4%$227/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2256832 Report a problem
    7/12/2023Listed for sale$625,000+99.4%$237/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2256832 Report a problem
    6/26/2013Sold$313,500-1.7%$119/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/13/2013Listed for sale$319,000+7.4%$121/sqft
    Source: Elfant Wissahickon Realtors #6200020 Report a problem
    7/28/2008Sold$297,000$113/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,944 +13.5%$567,500 +13.5%
    2024$7,002 $500,200
    2023$7,002 +51.3%$500,200
    2022$4,629 --
    2021$4,629 -4.2%--
    2018$4,832 +13.1%--
    2017$4,272 +16.6%--
    2016$3,665 --
    2015$3,665 --
    2014$3,665 -6.3%$291,800 +675.4%
    2012$3,910 $37,632
    2011-- $37,632
    2010-- $37,632
    2009-- $37,632
    2008-- $37,632
    2007-- $37,632 +7.5%
    2006-- $35,008
    2005-- $35,008
    2004-- $35,008 +9.9%
    2003-- $31,840 +29.7%
    2002-- $24,544
    2000-- $24,544
    1999-- $24,544

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Mount Airy East

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Anna Blakiston Day
    • Middle: Anna Blakiston Day
    • High: Martin L. King
    • District: The School District Of Philadelphia

    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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