606 East Gorgas Lane
606 East Gorgas Lane
$695,000
4
3
2
2,496
2,496
$278
Closed 7/16/21
Description
Perched above a quiet street with no thru traffic in highly sought-after Mt. Airy, this gorgeous midcentury single home has been fully renovated and professionally landscaped. The Wissahickon schist stone exterior and slate roof offer the classic Mt. Airy vibe you’re looking for, while the meticulously updated interior leaves nothing for you to do but unpack your boxes. The heart of this house is the sunny, elegant living room with marble fireplace, crown molding, and views into the exquisite garden....Perched above a quiet street with no thru traffic in highly sought-after Mt. Airy, this gorgeous midcentury single home has been fully renovated and professionally landscaped. The Wissahickon schist stone exterior and slate roof offer the classic Mt. Airy vibe you’re looking for, while the meticulously updated interior leaves nothing for you to do but unpack your boxes. The heart of this house is the sunny, elegant living room with marble fireplace, crown molding, and views into the exquisite garden. The entry foyer flows into a formal dining room—perfect for entertaining and big family meals—with shadowbox wainscoting and striking contemporary light fixture. The eat-in kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel gas range and appliances, and back staircase. The first floor also has a powder room, back door and breezeway to the private driveway, and beautiful original pegged hardwood floors throughout. ****Showings to begin on Saturday May 22nd*** Second floor features four large bedrooms, three full baths, cedar closet, and pull-down stairs to huge attic storage. Spacious owner’s suite has designer remodeled bath with floor-to-ceiling herringbone tile. Another bright front bedroom includes custom bookshelves and double closets, while a third bedroom, also with double closets, looks onto the garden. Your guests will love staying in the retreat-like back bedroom with en suite bath, walk-in closet, and private staircase. The finished basement includes a large family room with fireplace, wine cellar, second powder room, laundry, and ample storage. Deep window sills with new windows throughout fill every room in this home with natural light. Enjoy your morning coffee on the rocking-chair front porch and summer evenings with friends on the patio. The garden—designed by award-winning Roots Landscape Design—will be your private oasis and personal bird sanctuary. Property surrounded by large hollies, English hornbeams, cryptomeria, cypress, magnolias, flowering rhododendron, and azaleas. Plenty of parking in your private driveway with attached garage. Take a short walk to the heart of Mt. Airy, including restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, Lovett Library and park, and Mt. Airy Playground. Very walkable neighborhood with historic homes, lovely gardens, and friendly neighbors. Five minutes to the Wissahickon’s endless hiking trails or Chestnut Hill. Walk to the train station for an easy commute to Center City on the Chestnut Hill East Line.
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Property Details for 606 East Gorgas Lane
Tax ID Number
222110500
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleColonial
Levels/Stories2
WaterfrontNo
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 08/26/2022 06:57 AM
Property Details for 606 East Gorgas Lane
Status | Closed |
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MLS # | PAPH1018510 |
Days on Market | 8 |
Taxes | $6,154 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
Year Built | 1945 |
Lot Size | 0.18 AC / 7,875 SF |
County | Philadelphia County |
Location
Building Information for 606 East Gorgas Lane
Stories2Year Built1945Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,875 SF
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Property History for 606 East Gorgas Lane
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Public Records for 606 East Gorgas Lane
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$8,281 ($690 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,496 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,496 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,875 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945ZoningRSD3CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN22-2-1105-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 606 East Gorgas Lane
This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | PK to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Day Anna B School PublicPK to 8 | ||
King Martin Luther High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Hill-Freedman World Academy Public6 to 12 | ||
Parkway Northwest Public9 to 12 |
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