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831 E DORSET ST Philadelphia, PA 19119
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Key Details
Sold Price $385,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,282 sqft
Price per Sqft $168
Subdivision East Mt Airy
MLS Listing ID PAPH2342540
Sold Date 07/19/24
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,917
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1925
Annual Tax Amount $5,597
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 3,645 Sqft
Acres 0.08
Lot Dimensions 27.00 x 135.00
Property Description
Welcome to 831 E Dorset Street, a beautifully maintained twin home located in the vibrant East Mount Airy neighborhood. This home boasts a charming stone exterior on a peaceful, tree-lined street. As you step inside from the welcoming covered porch, you'll enter the spacious living room, featuring a picturesque stone fireplace and 9-foot ceilings. Beyond the living room, the layout flows into a large dining area and a kitchen with an adjacent sitting room and mudroom. The home will charm you with its preserved style, great original character, original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and striking sightlines through the wide-cased openings to the back of the house.
The open staircase leads to the second floor, where you'll find four ample bedrooms, including a primary suite with an updated en-suite bathroom. On the lower level, additional living space can be found in the partially finished, walk-out basement, which features a laundry area and a convenient half bath.
Outside, the property boasts a well-maintained backyard with a deck and pergola, perfect for backyard entertaining. Additionally, there is a raised-bed garden and a detached two-car garage, ideal for additional storage. This home offers easy access to downtown Philadelphia. Just a short three-block walk from the Stenton SEPTA train station on the Chestnut Hill East line, this home offers easy access to East Mount Airy. East Mount Airy is renowned for its community spirit, and the area's main commercial thoroughfare, Germantown Avenue, is dotted with local retail shops, cozy eateries like Töska Restaurant, Malelani Cafe, and, historical sites, and the Lovett Memorial Library. Recreational opportunities abound with nearby Pleasant Playground, enhancing this neighborhood's community feel.
Fall in love with this warm, welcoming home. 831 E Dorset Street is more than just a house; it's a lifestyle of convenience, community, and comfort. Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and modern living in one of Philadelphia's sought-after neighborhoods. The home's solid structure and move-in-ready condition make it ready to be made your own.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19119 (19119)
Zoning RSA2
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Game Room, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Utility Room
Basement Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs, Interior Access
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Breakfast Area, Curved Staircase, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Vinyl
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Insert, Mantel(s), Stone
Equipment Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Appliance Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement
Exterior
Exterior Feature Deck(s), Porch(es)
Garage Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Waterfront N
Water Access N
Roof Type Pitched,Flat
Accessibility None
Porch Deck(s), Porch(es)
Parking Type Detached Garage, Off Street
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Building
Story 2
Foundation Permanent, Other
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 222024000
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Acceptable Financing FHA, Conventional, VA
Horse Property N
Listing Terms FHA, Conventional, VA
Financing FHA,Conventional,VA
Special Listing Condition Standard
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Bought with Thomas T Veit Jr. • VRA Realty