4521 Osage Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 - Photo 1

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$590,000

Sold
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Townhouse
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,600 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

An exceptional Spruce Hill residence in the Penn Alexander Catchment is now available at 4521 Osage Avenue. Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a perfectly-proportioned, two-story home on one of University City's most picturesque, tree-lined blocks. This home offers the ideal blend of spaciousness and manageability for today's busy life style. Beautifully updated with a wide and expansive layout across both floors, a design that allows for great flow for daily living & entertaining. Its south-facing orientation fills the interior with natural light throughout the day. The home's rich, original character has been meticulously preserved and seamlessly integrated w/contemporary comforts and improvements. Architectural highlights include: 9.5 foot ceiling heights on both levels, original hardwood floors throughout featuring elegant inlaid detailing, exposed brick accents & solid wood original doors. Current updates include a fully renovated kitchen and bath equipped w/luxurious radiant heated floors, as well as replacement windows throughout and there are several opportunities where a half bath can be easily added on the main level. For year-round comfort, the home boasts a supremely efficient 42,000 BTU 5-zone, programmable ductless, maintenance free Mitsubishi AC and heat pump system. There is also hot water radiator heat and these systems work well together along with extra insulation that's been added making this an extremely energy-efficient residence. Enjoy incredible outdoor space-a true University City amenity-featuring a charming front garden, a welcoming large covered porch, and a generously sized rear yard (lot runs 108 feet deep) with brick patio, landscaped planting beds and wood privacy fencing, perfect for outdoor dining and relaxation. The location is truly second to none. Take advantage of the tranquility of Clark Park and its renowned Farmers' Market. With a 94 Walk Score and 98 Bike Score it makes for a super easy commute to University of Penn, CHOP, Drexel University and Penn Vet Hospital. Convenient SEPTA options are readily available for easy access to Center City and beyond.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 4521 Osage Ave

General

Sold For: $590,000
Taxes: $7,879 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Townhouse
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2545280
Added to Site: 99 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
Flooring: Hardwood, Heated

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 1
Upper - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Upper: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Gutter System
Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es), Patio(s), Brick

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

Area: 19143 (19143)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: UNIVERSITY CITY
Cross Streets: 45Th
Driving Directions: Use GPS

School Information

School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Middle School: Penn Alexander School

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned, Ductless/Mini-Split, Energy Star Cooling System, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Radiator, Energy Star Heating System, Heat Pump(s), Zoned, Programmable Thermostat
Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional, Victorian
Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
Construction: Masonry, Block, Brick, Brick Front
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Unfinished
Foundation: Block, Permanent
Windows: Double Hung, Energy Efficient, Replacement, Screens
Stories Description: Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,600
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1899
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,728
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 16.00 x 108.00
Zoning: RSA5
Lot Description: Level
Fencing (Description): Privacy, Wood

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $368.75
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $4,412
City/TownTax: $3,466
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $562,900
Tax Amount: $7,879
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1568

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Inclusions: All appliances, all window treatments.
Lot Number: 47

Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut, Michele Cooley and BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut, Joseph V Carter III
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Tony Salloum

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Schools

Schools serving 4521 Osage Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Penn Alexander School 4209 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104	K-8	0.3 mi
West Philadelphia High School 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139	9-12	0.6 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 4521 Osage Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/14/2025

Sold

$590,000

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MLS

10/10/2025

Listed

$590,000

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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.

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4521 Osage Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143