500 E Murdoch Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19119
What's special
Meticulously Maintained Wissahickon Schist Stone Colonial in Prime Mt. Airy Location. Welcome to this stunning 3-story colonial, beautifully constructed from solid, classic Wissahickon schist stone. As you approach the home via the elegant bluestone walkway, it is immediately clear that this is one of the most exceptionally maintained homes you will ...
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 07, 2026 at 02:48pm
Bill Shelton 267-625-7938,
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill (215) 247-3750,
Listing Team: Living Well Homes Collective
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Hung, Replacement, Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,549
- Total interior livable area: 3,303 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,783
- Finished area below ground: 520
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Basement, Garage Door Opener, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Sqft: 511
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two and One Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,841 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 68 x 118
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 091060300
- Zoning: RSD3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mt Airy (east)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $284/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $710,700
- Annual tax amount: $9,948
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Garden Table In Garage, Third Floor Rug, Kitchen Island Bar Stools.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $937,500+94.5%$284/sqft |
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| 8/21/2006 | Sold | $482,000$146/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,948 +14.7% | $710,700 +14.7% |
| 2024 | $8,675 | $619,700 |
| 2023 | $8,675 +38.2% | $619,700 |
| 2022 | $6,277 | -- |
| 2021 | $6,277 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $6,551 +9.3% | -- |
| 2017 | $5,991 +26.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $4,734 | -- |
| 2015 | $4,734 | -- |
| 2014 | $4,734 +4.5% | $368,200 +511.7% |
| 2012 | $4,532 | $60,192 |
| 2011 | -- | $60,192 |
| 2010 | -- | $60,192 |
| 2009 | -- | $60,192 |
| 2008 | -- | $60,192 |
| 2007 | -- | $60,192 +12.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $53,440 |
| 2005 | -- | $53,440 |
| 2004 | -- | $53,440 |
| 2003 | -- | $53,440 +6.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $50,304 +8.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $46,368 |
| 1999 | -- | $46,368 |
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Neighborhood: Mount Airy East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Henry H. Houston Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia County
- Philadelphia
- 19119
- Mount Airy East
- 500 E Murdoch Rd