Philadelphia, PA 19116 550 Somerton Avenue

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Presented By: Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
  • MLS# PAPH2484712
  • 05/25/2025
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  • Beds • 3
  • Full/Half Baths • 1 / 1
  • SQFT • 2,426
  • Garage • 2

Home Details

Set on a tree-lined street in the heart of Somerton in Philadelphia, this beautifully maintained American Foursquare offers timeless charm, thoughtful updates, and a flexible layout ideal for modern living. With Craftsman influences throughout, youll appreciate the homes architectural character the moment you step onto the full-width covered front porchperfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Inside, the welcoming living room showcases hardwood floors with a walnut inlay, a wood-burning fireplace with a classic brick surround, and custom built-in bookcases that frame the hearth. Elegant 15-light double doors open into a bright and spacious dining room featuring a built-in corner cabinet and room to host memorable gatherings. The updated kitchen is a true highlight, offering generous counter space, wood cabinetry, a peninsula for prep or seating, a double sink, and a cozy breakfast area. Just beyond, the large family room is filled with light and lined with built-insincluding a window bench and ample shelvingplus a convenient half bath, pantry/utility closet, and access to the backyard and oversized detached garage. Upstairs, youll find beautiful wood floors throughout, three well-sized bedroomsall with large walk-in closetsand a classic three-piece hall bath. The spacious primary suite includes an adjoining office, offering a private retreat that may also have potential as a future en-suite bath. The clean, dry basement provides excellent storage, workshop potential, or the opportunity to finish for additional living space. Outside, the home sits on a generous lot with front, side, and rear yards offering room to garden, play, or entertain. Enjoy the convenience of a location just half a mile from the Forest Hills regional rail station, multiple bus lines, and a wide array of local shops and restaurants. This is a home that balances charm, function, and locationready for its next chapter.
Presented By: Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Interior Features for 550 Somerton Avenue

Bedrooms

Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels0
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels3
Bedrooms Count Lower Level 10
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 13
Main Level Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms3

Bathrooms

Bathrooms Half Upper Level 10
Bathrooms Half Main Level1
Bathrooms Half Lower Level 10
Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels0
Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels0
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 11
Bathrooms Full Lower Level 10
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels1
Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 11.00
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 10.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels1
Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels
Half Baths1
Total Baths2

Other Interior Features

LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Below Grade Unfin Area UnitsSquare Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT696
Below Grade Unfin SQFT SourceEstimated
Above Grade Finished Area2426
Above Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
BasementPartial
Basement (Y/N)Yes
Below Grade Finished Area0
Below Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Central Air Y/NYes
Fireplace FeaturesBrick, Mantel(s), Wood
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringHardwood, Wood
Heating FuelElectric, Natural Gas
Heating Y/NYes
Hot WaterElectric
Interior AmenitiesBuilt-Ins, Chair Railings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Wood Floors
Laundry TypeBasement
Total Fireplaces1
Window FeaturesReplacement

Other Rooms

Room TypeLiving Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Office, Full Bath, Half Bath

Room Details for 550 Somerton Avenue

Basement

level Lower 1

Bedroom 2

level Upper 1
description Flooring - Wood, Walk-In Closet(s), Cedar Lined Closet

Bedroom 3

level Upper 1
description Flooring - Wood, Walk-In Closet(s)

Dining Room

level Main
description Flooring - HardWood, Chair Rail, Built-Ins

Family Room

level Main
description Flooring - Carpet, Lighting - Recessed

Full Bath

level Upper 1
description Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tub Shower

Half Bath

level Main

Kitchen

level Main
description Kitchen - Eat-in, Double Sink, Lighting - Recessed

Living Room

level Main
description Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Built-Ins

Office

level Upper 1
description Flooring - Wood, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Primary Bedroom

level Upper 1
description Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Recessed

General for 550 Somerton Avenue

Acceptable FinancingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA
AccessibilityNone
Additional Parcels Y/NNo
AppliancesDryer, Water Heater, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Stove
Architectural StyleCraftsman
Bathrooms Count Main Level1.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level
CityPHILADELPHIA
Condo/Coop Association Y/NNo
Construction MaterialsFrame
Cool FuelElectric
CoolingCentral A/C
CountyPHILADELPHIA
DirectionsBetween Depue Ave and Bustleton
DisclosuresProp Disclosure
Electric100 Amp Service
Facing DirectionNorth
Full Baths1
Garage Spaces2.00
Garage Y/NYes
HOANo
HeatingHeat Pump(s), Hot Water, Radiator
Levels2
Lot Size Square Feet11430.00
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area19116 (19116)
ModificationTimestamp2025-05-25T07:58:50
MunicipalityPHILADELPHIA
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresAbove Grade, Below Grade
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionNegotiable
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG195.8
Property ConditionGood
Property TypeResidential
RoofShingle
School DistrictPHILADELPHIA CITY
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer, Private Sewer
Standard StatusComing Soon
StatusCOMING SOON
Structure TypeDetached
Subdivision NameSOMERTON
Tax Annual Amount6126.0
Tax Assessed Value437700.0
Tax Lot4089
Tax Year2024
Total SQFT3122
TransportationAirport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Vacation Rental Y/NNo
Virtual TourClick here
Water Access Y/NNo
Year Built1959
Year Built SourceAssessor
ZoningRSD3

Exterior for 550 Somerton Avenue

# of Detached Garage Spaces2
Foundation DetailsBlock
Garage FeaturesOversized
Gulf-FrontNo
InclusionsWasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, all in as-is condition at the time of settlement.
Land Assessed Value87540.00
Land Use CodeC36
Lot Dimensions118.00 x 123.00
Lot FeaturesFront Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Backs to Trees, Level
Lot Size Acres0.26
Lot Size SourceAssessor
LotDimensionsSourceAssessor
Navigable Water Y/NNo
Parking FeaturesAsphalt Driveway
PoolNo Pool
Total Parking Spaces6
Type of ParkingDetached Garage, Driveway
Water Oriented Y/NNo
Water SourcePublic
Water View Y/NNo

Additional Details

Price History

Rachel Shepherd

Price $475,000
MLS#PAPH2484712
List Date 05/25/2025
Property Type Coming Soon
Phone 703.929.4729
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