538 W Ellet St

Philadelphia, PA 19119

$925,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
3,100 Sq. Ft.
$298 / Sq. Ft.
3,100
Sq. Ft.
$298
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/17/25
Closed 7/17/25

Description

Perfectly located on a tree-lined street just steps from Carpenters Woods, and around the corner from Weavers Way Co-op and High Point Cafe, this incredibly charming and perfectly-sized stone single awaits! Featuring traditional Wissahickon schist construction, a hallmark of the area, you will find classic elegance along with modern amenities including dual-zoned central A/C. A stately front door welcomes you into a graceful foyer with hardwood floors and classic millwork that continue throughout...Perfectly located on a tree-lined street just steps from Carpenters Woods, and around the corner from Weavers Way Co-op and High Point Cafe, this incredibly charming and perfectly-sized stone single awaits! Featuring traditional Wissahickon schist construction, a hallmark of the area, you will find classic elegance along with modern amenities including dual-zoned central A/C. A stately front door welcomes you into a graceful foyer with hardwood floors and classic millwork that continue throughout the home. To one side is the very spacious living room with a large working wood-burning fireplace, lovely built-in bookshelves and an adjacent 4-season glass enclosed sunroom, the perfect spot to read a book, enjoy a cup of tea, or entertain. To the other side of the foyer, you will find a beautiful light-filled dining room with bay window that affords great views of the exterior front garden and flowering trees. This opens into the spacious eat-in kitchen which overlooks the lovely backyard with deck area for grilling and dining al fresco. Mature plantings and stately trees create the ultimate private retreat, with room to relax in a hammock or lounge chairs, and space for gardening. A detached 2-car garage, plus additional driveway parking provide convenience for you and your guests. A powder room completes the first level just before you ascend the turned staircase to the upper floors. The second floor is home to the primary bedroom with ensuite full bathroom and another beautiful outdoor space. French doors open onto a private upper deck where you can relax outside or leave the doors open while you lie in bed and let the breeze in. This floor has two additional bedrooms and a full hallway bath. The third floor offers three more bedrooms or office spaces and another full bath with clawfoot tub. The basement is home to the laundry with tons of room for storage. This home is part of the esteemed C. W. Henry public school catchment. The close proximity to parks and trails, easy access to public transportation, including the commuter train station, local shops, cafes, and restaurants, and the incredible West Mount Airy community vibe makes this location incredibly desirable. Schedule your showing soon or visit the open house on Sunday, the 6/1 from 1-3 pm as this one will not last long!
  1. Listed by Karrie Gavin • Elfant Wissahickon-Rittenhouse Square
    P: (215)-260-1376 karrie@elfantwissahickon.com

Property Details for 538 West Ellet Street

Tax ID Number
223152800
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/18/2025 12:01 AM

Property Details for 538 West Ellet Street

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2485688
Days on Market5
Taxes$9,819 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,837 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County
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Sold By Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

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Building Information for 538 West Ellet Street

Stories3Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 9,837 SF

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Property Information for 538 West Ellet Street

Location
Location
  • School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
  • School District County ID: 803408593408
  • 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: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $701,500
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $561,200
  • City Town Tax: $4,320
  • Land Assessed Value: $140,300
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • School Tax: $5,499
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,100.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 66.00 x 150.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 1017308
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.karriegavingroup.com

Property History for 538 West Ellet Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 17, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2485688

$925,000—
Jun 2, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2485688

—
Jun 2, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2485688

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/17/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH2485688

$925,000
06/02/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH2485688

—
06/02/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #PAPH2485688

—

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

Public Records for 538 West Ellet Street

Taxable ValueLand$140,300Additions$561,200Total$701,500
Tax Record2025$9,820 ($818 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,420 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,420 SqFtStories3Lot Size9,837 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSA3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN22-3-1528-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 538 West Ellet Street

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Henry Charles W School
Public - K to 8
Roxborough High School
Public - 9 to 12
Widener Memorial School
Public - K to 12
Middle Years Alternative School
Public - 5 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Henry Charles W School
PublicK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public5 to 8

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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