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Sold for $385,000
  • $385,000

    831 E Dorset St, Philadelphia, PA 19119

    4beds
    2,282sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    3,645 Square Feet Lot
    $451,300 Zestimate®
    $169/sqft
    $2,999 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $451,300

    $424,000 - $483,000

    $2,999/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 831 E Dorset Street, a beautifully maintained twin home located in the vibrant East Mount Airy neighborhood. This home boasts a charming stone exterior on a peaceful, tree-lined street. As you step inside from the welcoming covered porch, you'll enter the spacious living room, featuring a picturesque stone fireplace and 9-foot ceilings. Beyond the living room, the layout flows into a large dining area and a kitchen with an adjacent sitting room and mudroom. The home will charm you with its preserved style, great original character, original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and striking sightlines through the wide-cased openings to the back of the house. The open staircase leads to the second floor, where you'll find four ample bedrooms, including a primary suite with an updated en-suite bathroom. On the lower level, additional living space can be found in the partially finished, walk-out basement, which features a laundry area and a convenient half bath. Outside, the property boasts a well-maintained backyard with a deck and pergola, perfect for backyard entertaining. Additionally, there is a raised-bed garden and a detached two-car garage, ideal for additional storage. This home offers easy access to downtown Philadelphia. Just a short three-block walk from the Stenton SEPTA train station on the Chestnut Hill East line, this home offers easy access to East Mount Airy. East Mount Airy is renowned for its community spirit, and the area's main commercial thoroughfare, Germantown Avenue, is dotted with local retail shops, cozy eateries like Töska Restaurant, Malelani Cafe, and, historical sites, and the Lovett Memorial Library. Recreational opportunities abound with nearby Pleasant Playground, enhancing this neighborhood's community feel. Fall in love with this warm, welcoming home. 831 E Dorset Street is more than just a house; it's a lifestyle of convenience, community, and comfort. Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern living in one of Philadelphia's sought-after neighborhoods. The home's solid structure and move-in-ready condition make it ready to be made your own.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    David Rios Benitez 281-691-2521,

    Compass RE,

    Listing Team: The Kerry Carr Team

    Bought with:

    Tommy Veit, RM426019

    VRA Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2342540MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Game Room, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Utility Room
    Basement
    • Area: 565
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s), Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Breakfast Area, Curved Staircase, Bathroom - Tub Shower
    • Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Insert, Mantel(s), Stone
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,482
    • Total interior livable area: 2,282 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,917
    • Finished area below ground: 365

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Detached, Off Street
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • Exterior features: Sidewalks
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 3,645 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 27.00 x 135.00
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 222024000
    • Zoning: RSA2
    • Zoning description: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Masonry, Stucco
    • Foundation: Permanent, Other
    • Roof: Pitched,Flat
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: East Mt Airy
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia
    • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $169/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $399,900
    • Annual tax amount: $5,597
    • Date on market: 5/31/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: FHA,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer Dryer, As-is Condition, No Monetary Value
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/19/2024Sold$385,000-2.5%$169/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2342540 Report a problem
    6/11/2024Contingent$395,000$173/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2342540 Report a problem
    5/31/2024Listed for sale$395,000+79.5%$173/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2342540 Report a problem
    7/17/2017Sold$220,000-2.2%$96/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/25/2017Listed for sale$224,900+7.1%$99/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX LEGACY #6989728 Report a problem
    11/5/2011Listing removed$209,900$92/sqft
    Source: Realty Mark #5932085 Report a problem
    9/8/2011Price change$209,900-12.5%$92/sqft
    Source: Realty Mark #5932085 Report a problem
    8/23/2011Price change$240,000-5.9%$105/sqft
    Source: Realty Mark #5932085 Report a problem
    8/11/2011Listed for sale$255,000$112/sqft
    Source: Realty Mark #5932085 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,383 +14%$456,000 +14%
    2024$5,598 $399,900
    2023$5,598 +43.6%$399,900
    2022$3,898 --
    2021$3,898 -4.2%--
    2018$4,069 --
    2017$4,069 -82.3%--
    2016$22,952 +598%--
    2015$3,288 --
    2014$3,288 $234,900 +669.5%
    2012-- $30,528
    2011-- $30,528
    2010-- $30,528
    2009-- $30,528
    2008-- $30,528
    2007-- $30,528 +7.6%
    2006-- $28,384
    2005-- $28,384
    2004-- $28,384 +10%
    2003-- $25,792 +14.8%
    2002-- $22,464 +8.5%
    2000-- $20,704
    1999-- $20,704
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Mount Airy East

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • 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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