Last Sold Price
5 beds2,804 sqft$178/sqft
521 Murdoch Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19119

Description

Welcome home to 521 E. Murdoch Rd. in Historic E. Mt Airy! This 1925 classic beauty made of full 360 degree Wissahickon Schist Stone and impeccably maintained slate roof has many updated amenities while retaining its original charm. The first thing you'll notice is the curb appeal - freshly painted shutters and trim, fence and gorgeous landscaping that includes privacy shrubs complete with a large yard and paver patio. Enter through the center hall into the front foyer with stunning original oak...Welcome home to 521 E. Murdoch Rd. in Historic E. Mt Airy! This 1925 classic beauty made of full 360 degree Wissahickon Schist Stone and impeccably maintained slate roof has many updated amenities while retaining its original charm. The first thing you'll notice is the curb appeal - freshly painted shutters and trim, fence and gorgeous landscaping that includes privacy shrubs complete with a large yard and paver patio. Enter through the center hall into the front foyer with stunning original oak floors, high ceilings and charming staircase. To your right is a formal dining room where you can access the updated eat-in kitchen with new Quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. To your left of the center hall you will find a large, inviting living room with wood burning fireplace with a newly installed glass front safety screen. Enter through the gorgeous French doors to a bonus sunroom/office and half bath. Deep window sills and super high ceilings add to the impressiveness of this 95 year old home. The 2nd floor has a Master bedroom with en-suite bath with recently updated slate tile shower and 2 walk-in closets. 2 large bedrooms and a hall bath complete the 2nd floor. On the 3rd floor you will find 2 more bedrooms and hall bathroom. Great closet space, hardwood floors throughout, new windows and new HVAC are just a few of the amenities 521 E. Murdoch offers. The finished basement has built-in shelving, storage, another half bathroom, laundry and utilities including newly installed high velocity air conditioning. Access the 2 car garage from the basement as well. 521 E. Murdoch really does have all the comforts of home including a 2 block walk to the Wissahickon trails! Mt. Airy is convenient to restaurants, shops, public transportation, Chestnut Hill, Center City and the surrounding Suburbs.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/13/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Brooke A Pekula • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (215) 718-6676 brooke.pekula@compass.com

Property Details for 521 Murdoch Road

Status
MLS #
PAPH897414
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$7,041 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
0.18 AC / 7,798 SF
Tax ID Number
091062500
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
05-29-2020
Subdivision
MT AIRY (EAST)
Subdivision
MT AIRY (EAST) (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Cross Street
Stenton
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Total Parking Spaces
2
Central Air
Yes
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
Excellent

Location

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Building Information for 521 Murdoch Road

Stories3Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,798 SF

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Property Information for 521 Murdoch Road

Location
Location
  • 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: $503,000
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $427,550
  • City Town Tax: $3,177
  • Land Assessed Value: $75,450
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: D48
  • Zoning: RSD3
  • Tax Lot: 46
  • School Tax: $3,864
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $7,000
  • Concession Remarks: Inspections credit
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
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
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Slate
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Other
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 70.89 x 110.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Fencing: Other
  • Parcel ID: 927391
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Basement Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: French, Insulated, Storm
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor, Has Laundry
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 521 Murdoch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH897414

$499,900
Jul 7, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #673313476

$499,900

+1.8% / yr

May 31, 2020

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH897414

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2020

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH897414

$499,900
07/07/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #673313476

$499,900

+1.8% / yr

05/31/2020

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH897414

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Public Records for 521 Murdoch Road

Taxable ValueLand$160,600Additions$642,400Total$803,000
Tax Record2026$9,134 ($761 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,805 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,805 SqFtStories3Lot Size7,798 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1925ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN09-1062500

Schools near 521 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: 521 Murdoch Road, Philadelphia, PA 19119
$499,900
5
2,804
7,798
2,433
5,830
$303,000
3
2,050
6,050
$575,000
4
2,874
9,918
3
2,050
5,830
$195,000
1,123
3,644

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