Welcome to 513 E. Murdoch Road! This classic Mount Airy center hall stone colonial is everything you've been waiting for, and more. As you enter into the front hall you'll notice the beautiful hardwood floors, recessed lighting and newer windows throughout. The living room features a stone fireplace and two double French doors leading to the spacious family / play room. The gorgeous chef's kitchen is a must-see. It includes shaker-style cabinetry, marble countertops, stainless steel Viking appliances, a wine/beverage refrigerator, a six-burner gas range with hood, an eat-in island, subway tile backsplash, and opens up to the dining area with French doors leading to the rear deck. Perfect for dining al fresco! The second floor of the home includes the master suite with two closets, a balcony and a stunning en-suite bathroom with frameless shower with floor to ceiling tile and double sink vanity. On this level there are also two additional bedrooms and a hall bathroom with subway tiled shower/bathtub and marble vanity. The third level consists of two additional bedrooms with an updated hall bathroom with subway tiled stall shower. The basement is partially finished with space for a play room or gym, laundry area, powder room, and plenty of storage. Other notable features of the home include: updated electrical throughout (200 amp), newer HVAC systems, and an attached two-car garage. Walk to Chestnut Hill, the train, and much more from this convenient location. Combining classical charm and character with modern amenities and updates, this home is the best of both worlds!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
5,720 sq ftLot Size
$368Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by John S Duffy• Duffy Real Estate-Narberth
Newly renovated gorgeous home close to Chestnut Hill with central air, hardwood floors, fireplace, decks plus a garage. Upscale workmanship though out. Large bright rooms blend charming original features with modern stylish upgrades. Gas furnace...
looks to be the only older item in home.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Welcome home to this fully renovated stately stone colonial in very desirable Mt Airy location. This home features new systems including new HVAC, new 200 amp electrical service, new windows throughout and gorgeous refinished original dark hardwood floors throughout while maintaining its original details and character. Enter into a lovely entry foyer to large Living Room with stone fireplace and slate mantle. Sun room with walls of windows makes a great home office/media room/ play room. Fabulous open-concept kitchen/dining area features Viking appliances, honed carrara marble counter tops and island, bar area including wine refrigerator, white subway tile back splash and white shaker cabinets. Access to large deck through glass doors is perfect for entertaining. Upstairs is a master-suite including master bedroom with 2 closets, access to step-out balcony and spa-like en-suite bathroom with step-in shower with frame less glass doors and double vanity. 2 additional bedrooms and tasteful new hall bathroom complete this floor. Third floor features 2 additional bedrooms which could be great guest quarters or play room/home office plus new hall bathroom. Partially finished basement with large room perfect for play room/media room/home gym with cool reclaimed wood accent wall plus new powder room. Laundry room with washer/dryer included. Access to large 2-car attached garage. Great location just over the Chestnut Hill border, walk to train, easy access to Center City and the suburbs. CNN recently ranked Mt Airy among the top 10 best big city neighborhoods in the US.
Public Records
May 4, 2015
Sold
$310,000
$111/sq ft
TREND #6539555
Apr 30, 2015
Sold
$315,000
$113/sq ft
Mar 24, 2015
Delisted
—
Mar 15, 2015
Listed
$400,000
$144/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1002557884
Apr 30, 2015
Sold
$315,000
$113/sq ft
Mar 15, 2015
Listed
$400,000
$144/sq ft
Mar 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
BRIGHT MLS #1007735086
Mar 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 24, 2014
Listed
$400,000
$144/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,549 (−11.7%)
$170,720 + $682,880
$853,600
2025
$11,949 (−4.4%)
$170,720 + $682,880
$853,600
2024
$12,503
$178,640 + $714,560
$893,200
2023
$12,503 (+51.9%)
$178,640 + $714,560
$893,200
2022
$8,234
$83,818 + $504,382
$588,200
2021
$8,234
$83,818 + $504,382
$588,200
2020
$8,234 (−4.2%)
$83,818 + $504,382
$588,200
2019
$8,593 (+76.0%)
$92,085 + $521,815
$613,900
2018
$4,883
$52,320 + $296,480
$348,800
2017
$4,882 (+4.5%)
$52,320 + $296,480
$348,800
2015
$4,674
$118,976 + $229,824
$348,800
2014
$4,673 (−20.5%)
$118,976 + $229,824
$348,800
2013
$5,881 (+3.6%)
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
2012
$5,677 (+3.9%)
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
2011
$5,467 (+9.9%)
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
2010
$4,974
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
Tax history for 513 E Murdoch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,549 (−11.7%)
$170,720 + $682,880
$853,600
2025
$11,949 (−4.4%)
$170,720 + $682,880
$853,600
2024
$12,503
$178,640 + $714,560
$893,200
2023
$12,503 (+51.9%)
$178,640 + $714,560
$893,200
2022
$8,234
$83,818 + $504,382
$588,200
2021
$8,234
$83,818 + $504,382
$588,200
2020
$8,234 (−4.2%)
$83,818 + $504,382
$588,200
2019
$8,593 (+76.0%)
$92,085 + $521,815
$613,900
2018
$4,883
$52,320 + $296,480
$348,800
2017
$4,882 (+4.5%)
$52,320 + $296,480
$348,800
2015
$4,674
$118,976 + $229,824
$348,800
2014
$4,673 (−20.5%)
$118,976 + $229,824
$348,800
2013
$5,881 (+3.6%)
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
2012
$5,677 (+3.9%)
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
2011
$5,467 (+9.9%)
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
2010
$4,974
$14,005 + $46,187
$60,192
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
52 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
5,720
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
2,783
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
091062100
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 10, 2021.
RSD-3
/EDO
/NIS
/WWO
Residential Single-Family Detached-3 District
The RSD, Residential Single-Family Detached districts are primarily intended to accommodate detached houses on individual lots. It is intended that RSD zoning be applied in areas where the land use pattern is characterized predominately by detached houses on individual lots or where such a land use pattern is desired in the future. The Zoning Code includes three RSD districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Zone overlays
Eighth District Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Wissahickon Watershed Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Recreation-Other
Mar 1, 2017 • Final
Ep_electrl
Replace the electrical service panel and rewire the kitchen area. Install new receptacles, lights, and switches according to electrical code standards.
Electrical
Mar 1, 2017 • Final
Bp_alter
Perform interior alterations to enlarge the kitchen and remove old cabinets. Install new bathrooms, including demolition, drywall, tile work, and interior painting. Remove partitions in the kitchen and third floor to enlarge rooms, ensuring no load-bearing walls are affected.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2
Attached Garage, Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On 2nd Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 2nd Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 3
# of Bathrooms (Half) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Interior Features: Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Stone
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Partially Finished
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $504,382
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Slate, Pitched
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 52.00 x 110.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $83,818
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,783
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $3,716
School Tax: $4,518
Tax Assessed Value: $588,200
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Annual Amount: $8,234
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Directions: Stenton Ave. to E. Murdoch Rd.
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,783
Stories: 2.5
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,720 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 091062100
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on May 10, 2021
Around this home
Schools
Henry H. Houston Elementary School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
1/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$972,000 – $1.18M
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