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Property Description
Welcome to one of Mount Airy's most enchanting and unique homes-one of only two mirrored gate houses in the iconic French Village Historic District. Tucked into a beautifully wooded neighborhood filled with French Norman Revival architecture, this three-story home is brimming with old-world charm, dramatic features, and elegant natural light. As you step inside, you're immediately drawn into a spacious, sun-filled kitchen featuring fresh appliances and a large center island. Off the kitchen, a cozy study with its own fireplace offers a peaceful retreat, leading to a long hallway lined with a wall of French doors that overlook the lush gardens. At the heart of the home, the dining room-with its own terrace access-anchors the space, perfect for intimate dinners or summer gatherings. The living room is equally radiant, bathed in natural light and also opening to the terrace through graceful French doors. One of the standout architectural elements is the dramatic curved staircase with raised ceiling, which elegantly winds from the first floor to the second. Upstairs, the primary suite sits just above the living room, offering privacy, ample space, and a peaceful view. The second floor also includes three additional bedrooms, with a large full bath, and a long hallway that mirrors the first, again bringing in beautiful light through garden-facing fenestrations. One of the secondary bedrooms-located above the kitchen-offers a timeless wrought-iron balcony overlooking the rear gardens. On the third floor, you'll find an ensuite bedroom, a laundry area and two bonus rooms that can become whatever your imagination desires-studio, storage, meditation space etc. Allow your visionss to become reality The home also includes incredible gardens, filled with mature plantings, specimen trees and everblooming seasonal colors. The serene setting comes complete with a blue stone terrace, flowing koi pond, pebbled driveway and a detached garage. Located in the historic French Village-a 24-home enclave built between 1924 and 1936-this house is part of a preserved piece of Philadelphia's architectural history. While you'll feel transported to a European countryside, you're just steps from Wissahickon Valley Park and everything that Northwest Philadelphia has to offer. This home is about light, elegance, and enchanting character. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history in one of the city's most romantic neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 401 W Allens Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,215,000
- Taxes: $12,934 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2478760
- Added to Site: 287 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Curved Staircase, Pantry, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Stove, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Play Area, Water Fountains
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Terrace, Balcony, Breezeway, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Crushed Stone, Private
- Parking Type: Driveway, Detached Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Covered Parking
Location
- Area: 19119 (19119)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: MT AIRY (WEST)
- Cross Streets: Emlen
- Driving Directions: From Lincoln Drive travel west on Allens Lane. The driveway is the first right after Emlen Street.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: French, Normandy
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Hip, Slate
- Doors: FrenchDoors
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 4,630
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 4,630 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 4,630 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1924
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Pond, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.34
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,782
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 110.00 x 151.00
- Zoning: RSD1
- Lot Description: Corner, Partly Wooded, Trees/Wooded
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $258.96
- Assessment Year: 2025
- School Tax: $7,243
- City/TownTax: $5,690
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $924,000
- Tax Amount: $12,934
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 4630
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 18
Listed and Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Robert W Lamb and Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Danyelle Lowman-Bush
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Schools
Schools serving 401 W Allens Ln
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Henry H. Houston Elementary School 7300 Rural Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | 9-11 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 401 W Allens Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2025
Sold
$1,215,000
1.33%
MLS
5/20/2025
Price Reduced
$1,199,000
-4%
MLS
5/11/2025
Listed
$1,249,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
401 W Allens Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119 (MLS# PAPH2478760) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,215,000 on August 13, 2025. Want to learn more about 401 W Allens Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

