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6900 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19119

$2,985,000

7 Bedrooms
5 Full Baths, 2 Partial
7,600 SqFt
$393/SqFt
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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Asphalt Driveway, Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1900
HeatingHot Water
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
BasementYes
FireplaceWood
MLS #PAPH2406796
Lot Size0.98 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 6900 Wissahickon Ave

We are pleased to present 6900 Wissahickon Avenue, in beautiful West Mount Airy, Philadelphia, an absolutely stunning property and recently featured in Architectural Digest and the WSJ Fine Homes Edition. Designed by Robert McGoodwin in 1919, this beautiful Wissahickon Schist stone home has been thoughtfully renovated to reflect today’s lifestyle. The 7,600+ square foot home, on a shy acre, has beautiful mature perennial gardens, elaborate stone walls, blue stone and brick walkways, a potting shed, guest house, two-car garage, large parking court, and is situated steps to coveted Wissahickon trails. Beautifully designed for entertaining and daily living, the interior is a masterclass in classic simplicity. The home is infused with natural light and fresh energy unlike any other home in this sedate corner of Philadelphia. The first floor features a sun-filled, gracious floor plan with pristine hardwood floors and coveted architectural details and moldings, meticulously and lovingly restored. Grand front to back entry hall with a sweeping staircase, formal front to back living room, elegant dining room, and a handsome paneled library, all with fireplaces. A gourmet kitchen with a large center island and dining area, adjoins a butler’s pantry complete with a second dishwasher and wine storage, flower prep room, mudroom and glass paneled sunroom. Also, on the first floor you will find a stunning paneled pub room – a great gathering place for cocktails and snacks, which leads to large south-facing brick terrace for gracious outdoor entertainment. Upstairs is a spacious primary suite, which includes adjoining sitting room, luxurious ensuite marble bathroom, and generous closets. The primary suite is sun-filled with windows facing south, west, and north. Also, on the second floor, you will find a large secondary bedroom with ensuite bathroom, two additional bedrooms, bathroom, and laundry room. On the third floor, there are three additional bedrooms, a bathroom, family room, and ample storage rooms. There is also a back staircase, powder room on the first floor, half bath in the basement, and a fully equipped guest house with washer and dryer. There have been extensive updates to this home, including bathrooms, kitchen, guest house, walls, windows, floors, grounds, which have been refurbished to perfection. Among the updates is a newly installed four zone heat -pump system for heating and cooling (with a fifth, new heat- pump system in the guest house), as well as redundant hot water radiator heat to efficiently provide year-round comfort. This home stands as a proud testament to Philadelphia’s rich architectural heritage, a timeless treasure perfect for comfortable, family-friendly living, while also an elegant place to entertain. Close to Center City, Chestnut Hill and major highways, and only a 10 min drive to Penn Charter and Germantown Friends Schools

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 7,600 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-6005
  • Listing Agent: Michele Cooley

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Water Heater, Washer, Stove, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
  • Interior: Butlers Pantry, Additional Stairway, Bar, Built-Ins, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors, Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Recessed Lighting, Sound System
  • Fireplace: Wood

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedroom Count: 7

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Asphalt Driveway, Detached Garage, Driveway, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.98 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

Other

Directions Information:

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Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $2,985,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $393/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $13,239
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$261.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$199

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

1056

6900 Wissahickon Ave vs Philadelphia

37 DAYS ON ROCKET

-7 Days

$2,985,000

+$2.7M More

$393/SqFt

+$194 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $2.7M more than the Median Sold Price and $194/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2406796

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Center City Walnut
  • Office Phone: (215) 627-6005
  • Listing Agent: Michele Cooley

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$13,239 -
2019$14,475$1,034,100
2018$13,092$935,300
2017$13,092$935,300

History based on county public records data.

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Total Monthly Payment

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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4
/10
  • Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School

  • 6501 Chew Ave

  • 1.49 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10
  • John B. Kelly Elementary School

  • 5116 Pulaski Ave

  • 1.88 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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4
/10
  • Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School

  • 67 E Bringhurst St

  • 1.88 miles

  • Public Charter Grades KG-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,167. The most common annual income of people living in Philadelphia, PA is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 6900 Wissahickon Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 6900 Wissahickon Ave property is $2,985,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 6900 Wissahickon Ave is a house located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19119.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 6900 Wissahickon Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $13,239 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 6900 Wissahickon Ave has 7 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 6900 Wissahickon Ave is 7,600 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 6900 Wissahickon Ave is 1900.
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Rocket HomesPennsylvaniaPhiladelphia CountyPhiladelphia191196900 Wissahickon Ave

This home is located at 6900 Wissahickon Ave in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19119 in the Mount Airy neighborhood. This 7,600 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.98 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,985,000.

In October 2024, from all listings sold in Philadelphia, PA there were more than 252 sold above asking price, over 567 sold below and more than 237 were sold right at the asked price. In October 2024 in Philadelphia, PA there were 9.8% more homes for sale than in September 2024. The median list price of listings available in October 2024 was $261,807, while the average time on the real estate market was 44 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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