Last Sold Price
5 beds2,804 sqft$168/sqft
520 Murdoch Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19119

Description

Welcome home to this stunning stone colonial in sought after East Mount Airy! This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home has been impeccably maintained and offers all the charm you would expect from a Wissahickon Schist, Mt. Airy classic. The love and care for this home will be evident from the start of your visit as you ascend the gorgeous flagstone steps with custom railings. Soak in the masterful architectural details and striking slate roof before making your center hall entry. To the right is a...Welcome home to this stunning stone colonial in sought after East Mount Airy! This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home has been impeccably maintained and offers all the charm you would expect from a Wissahickon Schist, Mt. Airy classic. The love and care for this home will be evident from the start of your visit as you ascend the gorgeous flagstone steps with custom railings. Soak in the masterful architectural details and striking slate roof before making your center hall entry. To the right is a large living room with working wood burning stone fireplace and built-in bookcase. The sundrenched four-seasons room is located off the living room and offers year-round enjoyment. Cross the center hall to the generous dining room with deep sills and built-in corner china cabinet. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, tile backsplash, custom wood cabinets, Italian tile floors, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, a built-in microwave, and a sun-drenched breakfast nook with bay window. Head out back for some relaxation or entertaining on the rear patio where you can access the driveway or the side yard. The second floor features a master suite with en-suite bath and access to a covered balcony overlooking gardens and the tree-lined street below. Two additional bedrooms and full hall bath with timeless black & white tiling and fixtures round out the second floor. Two more bedrooms and a third full bath are located on the third floor, delivering that extra space you desire in a home. The semi-finished basement includes built-in cabinets, a bar sink, powder room, a large laundry room with additional storage space and access to the 2-car garage with automatic door. This beautiful corner lot features ample green space, well planned and manicured gardens, a fenced in rear patio, and an in-ground sprinkler system. There are new windows throughout most of the home as well as beautiful hardwood floors. A truly special location near the shops and restaurants of both Downtown Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill, mere steps from the proposed Cresheim Trail expansion with planned connections to other Wissahickon trails, and very convenient access to Septa Regional Rail lines and bus routes.
LISTING CLOSED: 08/14/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Neil DiFranco • Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
    P: (215) 520-7166 neil@realtorneil.com
  2. Listed by Lawrence P DiFranco • Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
    P: (215) 247-3600 larry@elfantwissahickon.com

Property Details for 520 Murdoch Road

Status
MLS #
PAPH900648
Days on Market
43
Taxes
$5,906 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1935
Lot Size
0.19 AC / 8,142 SF
Tax ID Number
091061300
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
06-06-2020
Subdivision
MT AIRY (EAST)
Subdivision
MT AIRY (EAST) (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Cross Street
Stenton Ave
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Total Parking Spaces
4
Central Air
No
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
2,804.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Good

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Median sold price

$518,000

Avg days on market

56

Sale-to-list ratio

96.1%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Sold By Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

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Building Information for 520 Murdoch Road

Stories3Year Built1935Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,142 SF

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Property Information for 520 Murdoch Road

Location
Location
  • Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19119 (19119)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Assessed Value: $421,900
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $358,615
  • City Town Tax: $2,665
  • Land Assessed Value: $63,285
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: D48
  • Zoning: RSD3
  • Tax Lot: 36
  • School Tax: $3,241
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Other, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,804.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,804.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,804.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Main Entrance Orientation: Northeast
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Slate
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 66.83 x 118.09
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Fencing: Rear
  • Parcel ID: 927380
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Basement Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Replacement
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://bit.ly/520-e-murdoch
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Lawn Sprinkler, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Fuses
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: realtorneil.com

Property History for 520 Murdoch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 14, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH900648

$470,000
Aug 12, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1406776564

$470,000
Aug 12, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #676898245

$470,000

+3.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/14/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH900648

$470,000
08/12/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1406776564

$470,000
08/12/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #676898245

$470,000

+3.1% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 520 Murdoch Road

Taxable ValueLand$136,940Additions$547,760Total$684,700
Tax Record2026$8,710 ($726 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,805 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,805 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,142 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1925ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN09-1061300

Schools near 520 Murdoch Road

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Henry H. Houston Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Hill-Freedman World Academy
Public6 to 12

Parkway Northwest
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 520 Murdoch Road, Philadelphia, PA 19119
$470,000
5
2,804
8,142
2,050
6,254
2,050
6,254
$573,000
5
2,722
10,650
$360,000
3
2,050
6,490
$210,000
3
1,552
4,550

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