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$420,000

Beds
6
Baths
2.5
sq ft
2,288

229 E Mount Pleasant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19119

229 E Mount Pleasant Ave

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119

  • 32 days on market
    • Price drop $20,000↓
Located on a tree-lined street, just a stone’s throw from the Sedgwick train station and Germantown Ave., this extra-large twin home is a hidden gem with incredible potential. With great bones and timeless character, it offers an elegant but comfortable living experience, perfect for anyone looking to add their personal touches and build instant equity. A large front yard and spacious porch welcome you, offering the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Inside, original hardwood flooring, crown molding, bay windows, and high ceilings highlight the home's charm. The generously sized living room is bathed in natural light and features one of two fireplaces. The dining room boasts coffered ceilings, adding to the home's character. The large kitchen, with white cabinets, ample counter space, and room for a table, leads to a mudroom with laundry and a convenient half bath. The backyard is a standout, featuring a deck and plenty of yard space to enjoy. Upstairs, you'll find six sizable bedrooms spread across two floors, all with large windows and abundant natural light. The second-floor front bedroom features the second fireplace, while the hall bathroom retains its original detailing, complete with a linen closet and classic tub. The third floor, which has been completely repainted, offers three additional bedrooms with hardwood floors beneath the carpeting. A full bathroom with a shower completes this level. The basement, with good ceiling height, provides excellent storage. Major updates include a recently installed roof with a transferable warranty and a new boiler in 2023. While the home could use some TLC, its charm and potential are undeniable- renovated homes in the area are selling in the high 600k range. This home is perfect for a home owner trying to add instant equity. Home is being sold as-is. The location is fantastic—just a stone’s throw from the Sedgwick train station and Germantown Ave.’s shops and restaurants.

Details

Property type

Duplex

Lot size

3,545 sq ft

Price per sq ft

$184

Year built

1925

Annual property taxes

$5,343

HOA

No

Price History

03/21/2025
Bright

Bright #PAPH2444960

Price change
$420,000
-4.55%
03/12/2025
Bright

Bright #PAPH2444960

Listed
$440,000
03/05/2025
Bright

Bright #PAPH2444960

Pending
$440,000

Schools & Community

Neighborhood: 

Mount Airy East

Elementary school: 

Unknown

Middle school: 

Unknown

High school: 

Unknown

School district: 

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Status: Active

Tomo last checked: 04/02/2025 at 12:50 AM

Listing updated: 03/23/2025 at 4:31 PM

Listed by: Katie MacNaughton Young, Coldwell Banker Realty Phone #: (215) 923-7600

MLS: Bright #PAPH2444960

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