528 Arbutus Street, Philadelphia, PA 19119 - Photo 1

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$650,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,484 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

First time to hit the market in 38 years! Stunning updated 5 bedroom, 2 full bath Stone home with a detached 1-car garage, a stone fireplace, enclosed front porch/sunroom, rear patio, full walkout basement with egress door, living room, dining room, kitchen with a breakfast bar on sought-after Arbutus Street with a rare large side yard as well as front & rear yards in the always sought-after West Mt. Airy neighborhood. Period details blend seamlessly with modern upgrades throughout this classic home, offering lots of character, warmth, charm, & practical living in a vibrant community. Step through the restored enclosed front porch with working windows & screens that opens into a spacious layout filled with natural light, restored: original millwork, 5-panel wood doors, Crystal doorknobs, windows, & top-nail Oak hardwood floors with Walnut inlay throughout. The open-concept main level features a front porch, large living & dining rooms as well as a fully updated cook's kitchen with a breakfast bar with Maple Shaker cabinetry, solid surface countertops, LVP flooring, LG, GE, Maytag & Bosch appliances, a disposal, multiple pantries & LED recessed & under cabinet lighting. The kitchen even has its own exterior entrance door & flows effortlessly into the dining & living rooms, perfect for daily living or entertaining. There are front, side & rear yards with a rear patio that are ideal spaces for kids, pets, gardening, or your next party, BBQ, birthday or special occasion. Upstairs, on the second floor the expansive primary bedroom suite features multiple closets, plus dressing/sitting/desk area. The updated first full bath offers a tub/shower with Marble Basketweave floor tile, Marble wall tile, White vanity, Matte Black fixtures & recessed LED lighting. Two additional bedrooms feature ample windows, light, storage & custom built-ins. On the third floor are the 4th & 5th bedrooms with walk-in closets & the updated second full bath offers a tub/shower combo, White vanity, Matte Black fixtures, Ceramic floor tile & vintage wall sconces. There are linen closets in the hallways on the second & third floors. All bedrooms have brand new Matte Black modern ceiling fans. The large walkout basement has recessed LED lighting, a laundry area with utility sink that has direct access to the rear & side yards & garage. With its own entrance the lower level would be great for kids, pets, or home office. This flexible space is also perfect for a Peloton or fitness area, workshop, studio, playroom, or extra storage. Extensive updates include: kitchen, baths, roof, 200 amp electric, windows, doors, automatic garage door opener, LED recessed lights, Brushed Brass & Matte Black light fixtures & ceiling fans, boiler and gas hot water heater, the entire interior and exterior were just professionally painted & all the original Top-Nail Oak hardwood floors on all 3 floors with Walnut inlay were just professionally refinished. Additional features: ample closets, & lots of windows for natural light. Front, side & rear yards are perfect for entertaining. If you're seeking an updated home with period details, modern amenities, & room to spread out both inside & outside. Enjoy an incredible location just a couple of blocks from the "Upsal & Carpenter" SEPTA Stations with easy access to Center City, Suburban Station, 30th St. Station, universities, hospitals, & the airport. Only blocks to Weavers Way, High Point Cafe, CW Henry School, Germantown Jewish Center. Walk to Germantown Avenue's cafes, brew pubs, boutiques, & ice cream shops. Close to Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Germantown Friends, Waldorf, Norwood-Font, Crefeld, Penn Charter, and Germantown Academy. Outdoor lovers will enjoy proximity to Carpenter's Woods, Cresheim Trail, Fairmount Park, & the Wissahickon Valley trails. Easy access to Lincoln & Kelly Drives, Routes 1, 76, 46, 309, 276, 95. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, the estimated 2025 property taxes would be $5119.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 528 Arbutus St

General

Sold For: $650,000
Taxes: $6,518 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2522720
Added to Site: 169 day(s) ago

Interior

Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Basement, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Workshop
Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wine Storage, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Stone, Mantel(s), Wood, Stone, Mantel(s), Wood
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Ceramic Tile, Marble

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Upper: 5
Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper 1
Bedroom 1: Bedroom 4, Upper 2
Bedroom 2: Bedroom 5, Upper 2
Bedroom 3: Bedroom 2, Upper 1
Bedroom 4: Bedroom 3, Upper 1

Other Rooms

Living Room: Living Room, Main
Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
Dining Room: Dining Room, Main
Sun Room: Yes
Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Main
Laundry: Lower 1
Work Shop: Workshop, Lower 1

Exterior

Exterior Features: Chimney Cap(s), Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks
Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: 19119 (19119)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: Philadelphia
Development Name: Mt Airy (West)
Subdivision: Mt Airy (West)
Cross Streets: Wayne Avenue
Driving Directions: Lincoln Drive to Arbutus Street. The home is on the Left at 528 Arbutus Street.

School Information

School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Energy Star Heating System, Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Oil
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Stone
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Space For Rooms, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Workshop
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Slate
Windows: Casement, Atrium, Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, ENERGY STAR Qualified, Insulated, Low-E, Screens, Storm
Doors: Double Entry, ENERGY STAR Qualified Door(s), Insulated, Six Panel, Storm
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 2,484
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 1,896 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,896 Sq. Ft.
Unfin. Above Grnd: 588 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1925
Year Built Source: Assessor

Lot Features

Property View: Garden/Lawn
Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,295
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 40.00 x 90.00
Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded
Zoning: RSD3
Lot Description: Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Open, Premium, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded

Green Features

Energy Efficient: Appliances, Construction, Exposure/Shade, Fireplace/Wood Stove, Flooring, Home Energy Management, HVAC, Lighting

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $329.59
Assessment Year: 2025
School Tax: $3,650
City/TownTax: $2,868
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $465,700
Tax Amount: $6,518
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1800

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Personal Property.
Inclusions: Refrigerator/Freezer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range/Oven, Washer, Dryer, Fireplace Screen/Equipment, 4 Window AC Units. All inclusions convey in as-is condition.
Lot Number: 18

Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Tim Owen
Sold by EXP Realty, LLC, Jill F Barbera

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Schools

Schools serving 528 Arbutus St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Henry Charles W School 601 Carpenter Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19119	K-8	0.2 mi
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128	9-11	1.5 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 528 Arbutus St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/04/2025

Sold

$650,000

4.02%

MLS

8/02/2025

Listed

$624,900

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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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