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Property Description
Significantly Reduced - Don't Miss Out! Welcome to 4721 Cedar Ave - where historic charm meets modern sophistication in the heart of University City.✨ 10-Year Tax Abatement Underway - Significant Long-Term Property Tax Savings!! New Dual-Zoned Central A/C! Set on a picturesque, tree-lined block in the sought-after Garden Court neighborhood, this stately 3-story residence offers over 2,900+ square feet of thoughtfully updated living space-just steps from vibrant Baltimore Avenue. Built circa 1900, this timeless home seamlessly blends classic architectural character with contemporary style. Featured in the 1988 film *The In Crowd* 🎬, its elegant façade leads into a light-filled interior designed for modern living. The open-concept main floor boasts a sleek chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, island seating, and a sunlit 3-window bay 🌿🍽️. You'll love the spa-inspired bathrooms, recessed lighting, new windows, and updated systems throughout-all while preserving rich original architectural details that reflect the home's storied past. Just off the kitchen, a stylish mudroom/laundry area with a half bath opens to a spacious rear patio and serene garden-perfect for entertaining or relaxing under the stars 🌙🍷. Upstairs, five generous bedrooms span two upper floors, including beautifully renovated full baths and a stunning custom walk-in closet room. Flexible spaces offer options for a home office or guest rooms, while the clean, unfinished basement and attic provide ample storage potential 📦. Located just blocks from Cedar and Clark Parks, ReAnimator Coffee, Green Line and Gold Standard Cafés, and the University City Swim Club. Close proximity to Penn, CHOP, HUP, Drexel, and Center City via nearby SEPTA trolleys.🚋. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of West Philadelphia's history-beautifully reimagined for today's lifestyle. Don't miss it! 🏡💫
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4721 Cedar Ave
General
- Sold For: $705,000
- Taxes: $9,514 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2496092
- Added to Site: 231 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Electric, Electric
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 2
- 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: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gutter System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: Philadelphia
- Development Name: Cedar Park
- Subdivision: Cedar Park
- Driving Directions: Please use GPS, Thank you!
School Information
- School District: The School District Of Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Daylight, Partial
- Foundation: Stone, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, High
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Energy Efficient, Screens
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 4,656
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,916 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,916 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 791 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,875
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RSA3
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $241.77
- Assessment Year: 2023
- School Tax: $5,220
- City/TownTax: $4,293
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $679,700
- Tax Amount: $9,514
- Tax Year: 2022
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: All new appliances, refrigerator, washer and dryer, 'as-is' condition at settlement date
- Lot Number: 115
Listed by Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell, Tsering Choky
Sold by KW Empower, Morgan Harrington
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Schools
Schools serving 4721 Cedar Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lea Henry C School 4700 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
West Philadelphia High School 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.7 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 4721 Cedar Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/26/2025
Sold
$705,000
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MLS
8/23/2025
Price Increased
$705,000
0.71%
MLS
8/04/2025
Price Reduced
$699,999
-6.67%
MLS
7/18/2025
Listed
$750,000
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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.
4721 Cedar Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2496092) is a Single Family property that was sold at $705,000 on September 26, 2025. Want to learn more about 4721 Cedar Avenue? 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.

