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715 E Dorset StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19119

For Sale

$450,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $3,750

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.

Listed by Tim Owen

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License #RS304635

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Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

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2672821136

Last updated October 20, 2025

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Source: BrightMLS #PAPH2549398

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodEast Mount Airy
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu4
  • Taxes$4,942/year
  • Size1,711 sqft
  • Price per sqft$263

Location

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Listing History

10/19/2025
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
$450,000

Property Details for 715 E Dorset Street

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Pitched
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Screens, Storm
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls

Features

  • Fencing: Chain Link, Privacy, Wood, Fully
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio(s)
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Waterfront: No

Measurements

  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, Side Yard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 42
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3,695
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,942.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood, Stone
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Solid Hardwood
  • 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

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,711
  • Living Area Source: Estimated

Rooms

  • Basement: Daylight, Full, Drain, Full, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Space For Rooms, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Other

General

  • Exclusions: Personal Property.
  • Senior Community: No

Location

  • Subdivision Name: MT AIRY (EAST)
  • Tax Lot: -109

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: 150 Amps, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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