715 E DORSET STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119 - Heather Brummell Real Estate

$450,000

Owner-occupied since 1966, first time to hit the market in 59 years! Featuring a very rare in Mt. Airy first floor Primary bedroom with a full bath with a bathtub/shower & a 2nd bedroom on the first floor! Hard to find a detached home under $500,000 in Mt. Airy! Welcome… Read More to this beautifully updated Detached 4-bedroom, 2-full bath Stone home located in the highly sought-after Mt. Airy neighborhood. This classic home combines timeless architectural character with modern updates, offering one wood burning fireplace, the entire 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 with it's own rear entrance & more. Step inside through the vestibule into a bright, spacious interior filled with natural light. The home gets incredible light. Throughout the home, you'll find original restored millwork, moldings, custom built-in's, Brass doorknobs, French doors, wood paneled doors, windows & hardwood floors throughout, 2 restored Instagram worthy vintage full baths with 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 with modern convenience. The updated kitchen includes Oak Moss cabinetry with 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 and entertaining. Gated & fenced Front, side, & rear yards with 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 with a second full bathroom. The upstairs could also be turned into a rental apartment. You have the option to live on the first floor & rent out the 2nd floor. The walkout lower level offers versatility that includes a laundry area with 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, roof, gutters, downspouts, natural gas: forced air York furnace & Rheem 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, with 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. Read Less

Courtesy of Tim Owen, Compass Pennsylvania, LLC [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Nov 21, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,711

Lot Size

0.08 Acres

Year Built

1925

MLS Number

PAPH2549398

30 Days Snapshot Of 19119

$486k

+8%

(avg) sold price

+36%

homes sold

+10%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Doors

Storm, Six Panel, French, Double Entry

Appliances & Equipment

Refrigerator

Basement

Daylight, Full, Drain, Full, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Space For Rooms, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop

Building

1,711 sqft living area, 1,711 sqft above grade (finished), 299 sqft above grade (unfinished), Built in 1925, Structure Type: Detached, 2 levels, Cape Cod, Stone

Cooling

Electric, Window Unit(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls

Fence

Chain Link, Privacy, Wood, Fully

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Brick, Mantel(s), Wood, Stone

Floors

Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Solid Hardwood

Foundation

Stone

Heating

Natural Gas, Hot Water

Interior Features

Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Wine Storage, Wood Floors

Laundry

Basement

Lot

3,695 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 42.00 x 90.00, 0.08 acres, Cleared, Front Yard, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), View: Garden/Lawn

Roof

Architectural Shingle, Pitched

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $2,174, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $2,767, Tax Annual Amount: $4,942, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Electric Service: 150 Amps, Circuit Breakers, Hot Water: Natural Gas

Windows

Double Hung, Screens, Storm

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