Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/29/2026
Listed
$649,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Best Location in Roxborough! A rare opportunity to own a 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath detached single-family home situated on a generous, approximately quarter-acre lot in the heart of Roxborough! This charming Dutch Colonial offers timeless architectural details, thoughtful improvements, and wonderful indoor and outdoor living spaces. An enchanting covered front porch welcomes you home, while beautiful French doors open to a vestibule entrance, setting the stage for the character found throughout. Refinished hardwood floors, original stained-glass accents, and distinctive period details add warmth and personality. The kitchen opens to an adjoining sitting room, creating an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Additional improvements include a remodeled bathroom and NEW HVAC system. Four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a partially finished basement offer comfortable living spaces and flexibility for a variety of needs. Outside, discover a spacious backyard on an approximately quarter-acre property, offering wonderful possibilities for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing. A private driveway and detached garage add convenience and value-especially appealing features in this established neighborhood. Enjoy the wonderful sense of community that makes Roxborough so special! Shop at Weavers Way Co-op Market, grab a famous Philly cheesesteak at Dalessandro's, or spend an afternoon at Gorgas Park. Explore the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley Park, enjoy a round at Walnut Lane Golf Course, and appreciate easy access to Center City Philadelphia. 540 Gates Street is a home with personality, history, and heart. A wonderful opportunity for buyers who appreciate classic architecture, and distinctive character. Come discover a HOME to call your own! SHOWINGS start Wednesday Nov 4th
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 540 Gates St
General
- Price: $649,000
- Taxes: $7,353 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2684954
- Updated: 11/3/2026
- Days on Market: 1 days
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Exercise Room, Bathroom 1
- Interior Features: Attic, Built-Ins, Cedar Closet(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stain/Lead Glass, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Oversized
Location
- Area: 19128 (19128)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: ROXBOROUGH
- Cross Streets: Henry Ave at one end and Ridge Ave at the other.
- Driving Directions: From Philadelphia take Henry Ave West and take a Left onto Gates St, property up on the Right.
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Masonry, Stucco
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Partially Finished, Rear Entrance
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
- Doors: French
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,670
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,670 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,220 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 450 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 75%
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,625
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RSA2
- Lot Description: Level, Private
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $292.34
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $4,117
- City/TownTax: $3,235
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $525,300
- Tax Amount: $7,353
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2220
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Appliances: Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer/Dryer in "As-Is" condition.
- Lot Number: 87
Listed by BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont, Colleen FitzPatrick Markey and BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont, Patricia D O'Donnell
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Colleen FitzPatrick Markey
BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
Patricia D O'Donnell
BHHS Fox & Roach-Rosemont
Listing Office Email: frank.may@foxroach.com
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Schools
Schools serving 540 Gates St
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shawmont School 535 Shawmont Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | K-8 | 1.4 mi |
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128 | 9-11 | 0.3 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 540 Gates St
Tax History
Tax History for 540 Gates St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$4,891
—
$525,300
17%
2025
$4,891
—
$449,400
—
2024
$4,891
23%
$449,400
23%
2023
$3,992
-1%
$365,200
100%
2021
$4,050
—
-100%
2020
$4,050
2%
$289,300
2%
2019
$3,980
-15%
$284,300
-15%
2018
$4,702
—
$335,900
—
2017
$4,702
—
$335,900
—
2016
$4,702
4%
$335,900
—
2015
$4,501
—
$335,900
—
2014
$4,501
19%
$335,900
769%
2013
$3,777
—
$38,656
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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540 Gates Street, Philadelphia, PA 19128 (MLS# PAPH2684954) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 540 Gates Street is currently listed for $649,000 and was received on October 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 540 Gates 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.