715 E Dorset Street

Description

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 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, youll find original restored millwork, moldings, custom built-ins, 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. Its also within walking distance to Germantown Avenues 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 Carpenters 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 Philadelphias most beloved neighborhoods. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, the estimated 2025 property taxes are only $3543.