Welcome to E Vernon Road, a stately brick residence nestled in the desirable Mount Airy East neighborhood of Philadelphia. Built in 1925, this timeless home offers over 3,500 square feet of living space on an expansive quarter-acre lot, blending historic charm with modern potential. Inside, you’ll find five spacious bedrooms and three full and 2 half bathrooms designed to accommodate both comfort and versatility. The main level boasts generous living areas filled with character, highlighted by fireplaces that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. A finished basement expands the possibilities for use, whether as a recreation room, home office, or guest retreat. The home’s brick façade and classic architecture provide enduring curb appeal, while the large, level lot offers abundant outdoor space for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the quiet, tree-lined surroundings. With thoughtful updates, this property can easily balance its historic beauty with today’s lifestyle needs. Located in the heart of Mount Airy, the home is close to neighborhood schools, parks, and local conveniences, making it an excellent choice for families or anyone seeking the blend of community and serenity that this area is known for. With its spacious interior, distinctive character, and generous lot, E Vernon Road presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia’s architectural heritage in one of its most beloved communities. The home is sold AS-IS the seller will not complete any repairs.
East Mount Airy, located between Germantown and Chestnut Hill, is a residential and leafy Philadelphia neighborhood with stone twins and wooded park edges. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Germantown Avenue corridor near Mt. Airy Avenue, where independent cafes, corner groceries, and small service storefronts set a steady, lived-in rhythm. The Sedgwick Theater anchors local nights with film and community programming. High Point Café and Weavers Way Co-op serve as familiar gathering spots tied to daily routines. Architecture leans toward early-20th-century twins and porch-front homes on sloping, tree-lined blocks. Wissahickon Valley Park and the Cresheim Trail shape the outdoor backdrop with shaded paths and creekside scenery.
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Market insights
725 E Vernon Rd · $686,000
DAYS ON MARKET
55 days
The average home goes pending in 44 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$686,000
Median sale price in this area is $498,365. (27% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
24% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
One fireplace
Full basement
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms on the first upper level
One bedroom on the second upper level
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms
Two half bathrooms
One half bath on the lower level
Heating & cooling
Hot water heat
Natural gas heating
Cooling system (other) with natural gas fuel
Exterior features
Lot dimensions approximately 100 x 138
No tidal water
Home design
Detached property
Masonry construction
Construction
Concrete perimeter foundation
Above- and below-grade structures
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Fee simple ownership
Electricity and solar
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The RSA, Residential Single-Family Attached districts are primarily intended to accommodate attached and semi-detached houses on individual lots, but may be applied in areas characterized by a mix of housing types, including detached houses. The districts are also intended to provide a density transition between RSD districts and RM districts. The Zoning Code includes five RSA districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.
Zone overlays
Eighth District Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Recreation-Other
Sep 18, 2009 • Final
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Remove and replace a water heater.
Plumbing
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.
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° 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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Historical weather
Philadelphia, PA • 19119
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Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Philadelphia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 725 E Vernon Rd
$667,169
$19K under list price of $686K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $414K to $745K.