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Property Description
Step into the timeless charm and endless potential of this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath. This Single, porch front home is situated on an oversized lot with multiple garages and abundant outdoor space. Rich in character, the home showcases original hardwood floors, stained-glass windows, classic brick fireplaces, vintage woodwork, and generous room sizes throughout.Designed with flexibility in mind, the first floor features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a full kitchen, spacious living and dining areas, and a convenient laundry/mudroom. Upstairs, you'll find an additional two bedrooms, a second full bathroom, and a second kitchen, creating an ideal layout for multi-generational living, extended family, or future possibilities.The unfinished lower level offers ample storage space and potential for a workshop, hobby area, or future finishing.Outside, the expansive property is surrounded by mature landscaping, colorful gardens, multiple outdoor entertaining areas, and several garages, providing exceptional storage, workshop space, or parking for car enthusiasts.This home blends vintage craftsmanship with incredible versatility, offering a rare opportunity to restore, renovate, or enjoy its classic charm. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major roadways. Transportation both rail and bus. Property has been virtually staged to give decorating and furniture placement ideas.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 539 Hermit St
General
- Sold For: $500,000
- Taxes: $5,838 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2644952
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 7
- Total Spaces: 13
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 19128 (19128)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: ROXBOROUGH
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- 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: Victorian, Traditional
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,760
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,760 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,760 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1930
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.29
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 12,764
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 50.00 x 256.00
- Zoning: RSD3
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $284.03
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $3,269
- City/TownTax: $2,568
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $417,100
- Tax Amount: $5,838
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1760
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 116
Listed by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Lisa M Murphy
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Kira Mason
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Schools
Schools serving 539 Hermit St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cook-Wissahickon School 201 East Salaignac Street, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | K-8 | 0.1 mi |
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | 9-11 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 539 Hermit St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/25/2026
Sold
$500,000
0.02%
MLS
7/21/2026
Price Reduced
$499,900
-4.76%
MLS
7/09/2026
Listed
$524,900
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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.
539 Hermit Street, Philadelphia, PA 19128 (MLS# PAPH2644952) is a Single Family property that was sold at $500,000 on August 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 539 Hermit 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.

