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Asking Price - $1,275,000
Days on Market - 74
1717 Mount Vernon Street
Fairmount
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Featured Agent
EveryHome Agent
Asking Price
$1,275,000
Days on Market
74
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
1
Acres
0.10
Interior SqFt
4,256
Age
105
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
N/A
Water
Public
Sewer
Public
Garages
0
Taxes (2024)
13,809
Additional Details Below
EveryHome Agent
Views: 92
Featured Agent
EveryHome Realtor
Description
Here is your chance to own a 6 BEDROOM 4 BATH MANSION that sits on a double lot (40’ x 106’) on a picturesque block in the Art Museum neighborhood of Philadelphia along with a huge carriage house on the lot next door - included in the sale -- that also has existing curb cuts. There are several options for this property -- Turn it into your dream home. The existing building consists of over 4,000/SF, Original woodwork, character, and architectural details remain throughout the home and need a little vision & TLC in order to bring them back to life. The side lot can make for unparalleled city-living & outdoor space. A carriage house sits on the back of the side lot and can be brought back to life for many different potential-uses. There are also existing curb cuts for convenient private parking! The other option: renovate to build 9 luxury 2 bed 2 bath apartments or condos. THIS PROJECT IS SHOVEL READY! Owners have already done extensive, years-long, legwork with the city & historical comm. to turn this into an amazing development opportunity. This property is SHOVEL-READY, with permits in hand (start immediately!), to renovate and BUILD 9 LUXURY 2 BED 2 BATH APARTMENTS OR CONDOS. Luxury boutique condos are selling starting around $650/SF! Luxury 2 Bed, 2 Bath, apartments are leasing beginning around close to $3,000/mo. Located just steps away from the neighborhood’s best amenities, including; A Mano, Sabrina’s Cafe, Honeysuckle, Urban Farmer, Jack’s Firehouse, Whole Foods & much more. Easy access to the best museums, public transportation and major roadways make this location highly desirable. Whether you are an INVESTOR, developer or a creative homeowner, don’t miss this rare opportunity! PLANS & PERMITS ARE READILY AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
Location
Driving Directions
From N Broad Street, turn onto Mt Vernon Street. Property located on right hand side, after N 17th Street cross section.
Listing Details
Summary
Architectural Type
•Straight Thru
Interior Features
Flooring
•Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Interior Features
•Wood Floors, Walk-in Closet(s), Wainscotting, Stain/Lead Glass, Skylight(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Curved Staircase, Crown Moldings, Chair Railings, Built-Ins, Laundry: Hookup
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
•Outbuilding(s), Masonry
Utilities
Heating
•Radiant, Natural Gas
Property History
Sep 11, 2025
Price Decrease
$1,485,000 to $1,275,000 (-14.14%)
Miscellaneous
Lattitude : 39.965171
Longitude : -75.166413
MLS# : PAPH2516306
Views : 92
Listing Courtesy: Jeanne Polizzi of Coldwell Banker Realty
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