Welcome to 834 E. Vernon Road, a spacious corner twin in Philadelphia’s desirable Mount Airy neighborhood—a home that has been lovingly cared for by the same owner for more than 30 years. Throughout that time, the property has been thoughtfully maintained and enhanced with numerous renovations and updates, creating a home filled with warmth, character, and true pride of ownership. Step through the front door into a welcoming foyer complete with a convenient powder room and coat closet. From there, the home opens to an exceptionally spacious living room featuring a beautiful bay window, abundant natural light, and original hardwood floors. A separate formal dining room with classic chair-rail detailing provides the perfect setting for holiday dinners, entertaining, and everyday gatherings. The updated eat-in kitchen offers beautiful wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, stainless-steel appliances, a six-burner range, wine cooler, dishwasher, garbage disposal, double ceiling fans, and easy-care flooring. A rear door provides convenient access to the back of the property and garage. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, along with original hardwood flooring. The spacious primary suite offers a comfortable sitting area, distinctive architectural ceiling detail, two roomy closets, and a private en-suite bath with a walk-in shower. The additional bedrooms provide tremendous flexibility for family, guests, home offices, a dressing room, or additional sitting space. The hall bathroom features a tub/shower combination and skylight, bringing even more natural light into the home. The finished walkout lower level significantly expands the home’s usable living space and is ideal for entertaining, recreation, a media room, home gym, or flexible bonus space. It also features an additional powder room, generous storage, and a separate laundry room, with convenient walkout access to both the front and rear of the property. As a corner property, the home enjoys an abundance of windows and sunlight throughout, along with beautifully maintained landscaping that adds to its curb appeal. After more than three decades of memories, improvements, celebrations, and careful ownership, 834 E. Vernon Road is ready for its next chapter. With four bedrooms, two full and two half baths, a finished walkout lower level, garage, updated kitchen, original hardwood floors, and generous living spaces, this Mount Airy home offers the character of an established Philadelphia residence with the functionality today's buyers are looking for.
TownhomeProperty Type
1950Year Built
3,647 sq ftLot Size
$195Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Inayah Hart• Compass RE
•267-435-8015 (broker)
•kenenochs@compass.com (broker)
Bought with Kristen Condon• Keller Williams Real Estate
Est. $2,636 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 834 E Vernon Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH2661012
Nov 3, 2026
Sold
$405,000
$195/sq ft
Oct 27, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 30, 2026
Price Changed
$399,999
$192/sq ft
Sep 8, 2026
Listed
$412,000
$198/sq ft
Sep 6, 2026
Coming Soon
$412,000
$198/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #1007235774
Feb 2, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 2, 2012
Listed
$247,500
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 22, 1988
Sold
$83,000
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,236 (−24.8%)
$80,520 + $322,080
$402,600
2025
$5,636 (+21.2%)
$80,520 + $322,080
$402,600
2024
$4,650
$66,440 + $265,760
$332,200
2023
$4,650 (+37.8%)
$66,440 + $265,760
$332,200
2022
$3,374
$36,112 + $204,888
$241,000
2021
$3,374
$36,112 + $204,888
$241,000
2020
$3,374 (+12.7%)
$36,112 + $204,888
$241,000
2019
$2,993 (−3.2%)
$32,070 + $181,730
$213,800
2018
$3,091
$33,120 + $187,680
$220,800
2017
$3,090 (+4.4%)
$33,120 + $187,680
$220,800
2015
$2,959
$49,749 + $171,051
$220,800
2014
$2,958 (+19.8%)
$49,749 + $171,051
$220,800
2013
$2,470 (+3.6%)
$3,500 + $25,364
$28,864
2012
$2,384 (+3.9%)
$3,500 + $21,780
$25,280
2011
$2,296 (+9.9%)
$3,500 + $21,780
$25,280
2010
$2,089
$3,500 + $21,780
$25,280
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
36 ft.
Lot depth
104 ft.
Lot size
3,647 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,080
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
222032000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
RSA-2
/EDO
/NIS
Residential Single-Family Attached-2 District
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
Dec 7, 2023 • Final
Plumbing
Repair and replace the cooling tower, fresh air intake, and a section of the main duct.
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: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Asphalt Driveway
Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas, Dryer - Front Loading, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
Fully Finished, Front Entrance, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Windows
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $287,840
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good, Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2000
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Roof: Flat
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Skylights
Exterior Information
Fencing: Wrought Iron
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 36.00 x 104.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $71,960
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,080
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $2,216
School Tax: $2,820
Tax Assessed Value: $359,800
Tax Year: 2026
Tax Annual Amount: $5,036
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2026
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: MARTIN L. KING
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: Stenton Ave
Directions: From Washington Lane make right onto Stenton Ave drive six blocks to Vernon Rd make a left then a left into the driveway.
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Transportation: Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,080
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,647 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 222032000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 20, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Day Anna B School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
King Martin Luther High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
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 22% for direct sun exposure in Philadelphia. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.5 hrs
2.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$402,000 – $487,000
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