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Property Description
Welcome to 501 E Sedgwick, a five-bedroom, four bathroom stone colonial located in the desirable Mt. Airy neighborhood. The home's stately Wissahickon schist facade, charming front porch, and ornamental windows speak to a bygone era of craftsmanship. Mature plantings, lush gardens, and manicured grounds enhance its distinguished curb appeal. A circular drive leads to an oversized, detached two-car garage, ensuring abundant off-street parking. A large deck directly off the kitchen provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining or entertaining. Inside, a bright center hall welcomes you with rich millwork, intricate moldings, and original newly refinished original hardwood floors, including striking herringbone on the main level. The expansive kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, a large center island and room for a table and chairs. Gracious living and entertaining spaces include an elegant dining room with oversized windows and a grand fireplace, as well as a spacious formal living room with a second wood-burning fireplace. Two separate sets of French doors open into a sun-drenched sunroom with a third fireplace, while a covered side porch offers yet another space to relax or entertain. Upstairs, the primary suite occupies nearly half of the second floor, offering three walls of windows, a vanity area with dual closets, and a custom walk-in closet with center island. The en suite bath features an oversized walk-in shower and soaking tub. An additional bedroom suite with full bath completes this level. The third floor includes three more generously sized bedrooms, one of which features custom built-ins-ideal for a private study or home office and a full bathroom. A fully finished lower level offers extensive recreation space including a full bar, a sauna with adjacent steam shower, and an additional powder room. Enjoy the best of Mount Airy living with an easy commute to Center City. Chestnut Hill, Manayunk, and the Main Line are just minutes away, while Wissahickon Valley Park offers miles of wooded trails for hiking and biking. Neighborhood favorites like Weavers Way Co-op, Mount Airy Village, cafés, restaurants, parks, shops, and the public library are all close by. This home delivers the perfect balance of urban accessibility and natural serenity-truly the ultimate in location and lifestyle.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 501 E Sedgwick St
General
- Sold For: $975,000
- Taxes: $15,506 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2547580
- Added to Site: 141 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bar, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sauna, Stain/Lead Glass, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 5
- Bedrooms-Up2: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Oversized
Location
- Area: 19119 (19119)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: MT AIRY
- Driving Directions: From Germantown Avenue - Travel East on Sedgewick - Home is Located at the Corner of East Sedgwick and Anderson Streets
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 5,378
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 5,378 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 5,378 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1925
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.46
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,000
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 200.00
- Zoning: RSD3
- Lot Description: Corner
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $195.24
- Assessment Year: 2025
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,107,800
- Tax Amount: $15,506
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Pool Table and Accessories , All Existing Appliances in As-Is Condition and at No-Value
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill, Holly Thompson Reynolds
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Terry Upshur
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Schools
Schools serving 501 E Sedgwick St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Henry H. Houston Elementary School 7300 Rural Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119 | K-8 | 0.8 mi |
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | 9-11 | 2.9 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 501 E Sedgwick St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/17/2025
Sold
$975,000
-7.14%
MLS
10/13/2025
Listed
$1,050,000
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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.
501 E Sedgwick Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119 (MLS# PAPH2547580) is a Single Family property that was sold at $975,000 on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 501 E Sedgwick Street? 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.

