Welcome to this charming twin home located in the desirable Andorra section of Philadelphia. Step through the front door into a welcoming foyer featuring custom, lighted built-in bookshelves. From there, enter the spacious living room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace insert—perfect for staying cozy during the colder months. The adjoining dining room boasts rich espresso-colored natural hardwood floors, a built-in wall cabinet, and a large bay window that floods the space with natural light. The open layout continues with a breakfast bar featuring granite countertops that overlook the kitchen, which is equipped with solid wood cabinets and stainless-steel appliances. Also on the main level is a convenient mudroom offering generous storage space, a half bath, a laundry area, and access to the driveway. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a rare private bathroom—an uncommon feature in the neighborhood. Two additional spacious bedrooms and a well-appointed ceramic tile hall bath complete the second floor. The finished basement provides extra living space with carpeting and a professionally installed waterproofing system. There's also a separate unfinished area ideal for storage. Off the sunroom, step out onto an oversized cedar deck—perfect for entertaining. The deck leads down to an expansive backyard rarely found in city properties. Beautiful landscaping surrounds the space, and a shed provides additional storage at the rear of the yard. Located within walking distance of the Andorra Shopping Center, Andorra Stables, Fairmount Park, and public transportation, this home offers comfort, convenience, and a true sense of community.
TownhomeProperty Type
1960Year Built
6,731 sq ftLot Size
$258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lisa Callinan• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
This lovely twin is located in the Andorra section of the Philly. Enter into the foyer with built-in custom, lighted bookshelves, then into a beautiful living room with a wood burning insert fireplace. It will keep your family toasty all winter long! From there you enter the dining room complete with espresso colored natural hardwood floors, a built in wall cabinet and a large bay window supplying tons of natural light. It also features a breakfast bar with granite countertops overlooking the kitchen with solid wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Also on the main floor is a mudroom with ample storage. There is a half bath and laundry facilities in the same room with an exit to the driveway. Head upstairs to the ample master bedroom, home to a master bath, a rarity for homes in the area. The rest of the second floor has two more large bedrooms and a three piece ceramic bath. The finished basement is carpeted and had a waterproofing system installed. It also has a small unfinished section for all of your storage needs. From the sunroom you can exit onto an oversized cedar deck for all of your entertaining. Step down from there and walk onto a brick patio with a built-in fire pit. The yard is very large for a city property. Tons of landscaping has been done throughout the years. There is also 10 x 10 shed in the rear of the yard. This property is walking distance from Andorra Shopping Center, Andorra Stables, Fairmount Park and public transportation. The listing agent is also the owner.
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH215210
Feb 14, 2005
Sold
$245,000
$126/sq ft
Nov 30, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Nov 12, 2004
Listed
$245,000
$126/sq ft
Vestabule Entry, formal living room w/ hardwood floor and Bay window and entrance to rear enclosed porch, formal dining room w/ hardwood floor and built in corner cabinet, kitchen w/ wood cabinets, dishwasher and outside entrance, 1/4 bath, master bedroom w/ hardwood floor and 3pc master bath w/ tub, 2 additional bedrooms w/ hardwood floors, 3pc hall bath, full basement w/ fireplace. Rear shed. Garage removed for Storage and extra room. Large side and rear yard.
Public Records
Aug 7, 1986
Sold
$85,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,430
$77,580 + $310,320
$387,900
2025
$5,430 (+16.3%)
$77,580 + $310,320
$387,900
2024
$4,667
$66,680 + $266,720
$333,400
2023
$4,667 (+17.6%)
$66,680 + $266,720
$333,400
2022
$3,967
$42,510 + $240,890
$283,400
2021
$3,967
$42,510 + $240,890
$283,400
2020
$3,967 (+3.6%)
$42,510 + $240,890
$283,400
2019
$3,828 (+14.4%)
$41,025 + $232,475
$273,500
2018
$3,346
$35,850 + $203,150
$239,000
2017
$3,345 (+4.4%)
$35,850 + $203,150
$239,000
2015
$3,203
$48,500 + $190,500
$239,000
2014
$3,202 (+9.5%)
$48,500 + $190,500
$239,000
2013
$2,923 (+3.6%)
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
2012
$2,822 (+3.9%)
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
2011
$2,717 (+9.9%)
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
2010
$2,473
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
Tax history for 8606 Brierdale Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,430
$77,580 + $310,320
$387,900
2025
$5,430 (+16.3%)
$77,580 + $310,320
$387,900
2024
$4,667
$66,680 + $266,720
$333,400
2023
$4,667 (+17.6%)
$66,680 + $266,720
$333,400
2022
$3,967
$42,510 + $240,890
$283,400
2021
$3,967
$42,510 + $240,890
$283,400
2020
$3,967 (+3.6%)
$42,510 + $240,890
$283,400
2019
$3,828 (+14.4%)
$41,025 + $232,475
$273,500
2018
$3,346
$35,850 + $203,150
$239,000
2017
$3,345 (+4.4%)
$35,850 + $203,150
$239,000
2015
$3,203
$48,500 + $190,500
$239,000
2014
$3,202 (+9.5%)
$48,500 + $190,500
$239,000
2013
$2,923 (+3.6%)
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
2012
$2,822 (+3.9%)
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
2011
$2,717 (+9.9%)
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
2010
$2,473
$8,025 + $21,895
$29,920
*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
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
90 ft.
Lot depth
75 ft.
Lot size
6,731 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,947
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
214247800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
RSA-1
/FDO - FOURTH DISTRICT
/WWO
/NIS
Residential Single-Family Attached-1 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
Fourth District Overlay - Fourth District Area
Wissahickon Watershed 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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Driveway - # of Spaces: 1
Driveway, On Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
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
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Room Information
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Fully Finished, Sump Pump, Water Proofing System
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $310,320
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonry
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Semi-Detached
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 90.00 x 75.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $77,580
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,947
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $2,389
School Tax: $3,040
Tax Assessed Value: $387,900
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $5,429
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Radiator, Steam
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer, Public Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: PHILADELPHIA CITY
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
Directions: Ridge Pike to Grakyn Lane, home is on the corner
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,947
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,731 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 214247800
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
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Schools
Shawmont School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
Roxborough High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
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 102° 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$477,000 – $577,000
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