715 E DORSET STREET

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119

First time to hit the market in 59 years, owner-occupied since 1966! Featuring a very rare first floor Primary bedroom w/ a full bath with a bathtub/shower as well as a 2nd bedroom, kitchen, dining/breakfast room, living room w/ a brick fireplace & French Doors that can also be a combined living room & dining room on the first floor! Rare & hard to find a Detached single-family home at this price in Mt. Airy! Welcome to this beautifully updated Detached Single-Family 4-bedroom, 2-full bath Stone home located in the highly sought-after Mt. Airy neighborhood. This classic home combines timeless architectural character w/ modern updates, offering a wood burning fireplace, the entire level yard is gated/fenced, a patio, a heated bonus room can be a 5th bedroom, office, fitness studio or a kids playroom, there is also a heated walkout basement w/ it's own rear entrance. Step inside through the vestibule into a bright, spacious interior filled w/ natural light. The home gets incredible light. Throughout the home, you’ll find original restored Oak hardwood floors, millwork, moldings, custom built-in’s, Brass doorknobs, French doors, wood paneled doors & windows throughout, 2 restored Instagram worthy cool full baths w/ 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 w/ modern convenience. The updated kitchen includes Oak Moss cabinetry w/ 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 & entertaining. Gated & fenced Front, side, & rear yards w/ 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 w/ a second full bathroom. The walkout lower level offers versatility that includes a laundry area w/ 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, architectural shingle roof, gutters, downspouts, gas forced air York furnace, gas Rheem hot 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, w/ 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.

Listing courtesy of Compass Pennsylvania, LLC



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