#PAPH2456654, Jonathan F Silva, Listing Office: Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
2217 Mount Vernon St Philadelphia, PA 19130
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About 2217 Mount Vernon St
Prepare to be astounded. A flawless marriage of visionary design and breathtaking architectural detail on legendary Mount Vernon Street in Historic Old Fairmount. Timeless curb appeal with solid brick exterior, carved double-door entry, elegant arched transom, solid limestone steps, classic dentil cornice. Majestic entrance vestibule with solid etched marble, layered crown molding, striking glass-sphere pendant, stately arched opening. Magnificent main living room with soaring 11’ ceilings, sparking crystal chandelier, dazzling decorator fireplace with mirrored surround, refinished original mantle, custom rope detail, reclaimed wood. Custom floating staircase with 1.5” solid white-oak treads and sleek iron railings anchored by dramatic 2-story corrugated ceramic wall. Sizable formal dining comfortably accommodates eight guests with pastoral wallpaper and earthy exposed brick, powder room with designer wallpaper and floating lacquered sink. Spectacular dream kitchen with mammoth 10’ island with breakfast-bar seating and teardrop pendants, 48” Café 10-burner matte-black range with brushed gold hardware, custom corrugated vent hood, textured emerald tile backsplash, double pull-out spice drawers, imported 170-year-old repurposed pantry doors with floor-to-ceiling shelves, hidden under-island drawers and cabinets, Café matte-black appliance package including cabinet-front in-island dishwasher, undermount sink with brushed gold gooseneck faucet. Relaxing breakfast room with additional cabinet and drawer storage, quartz coffee bar, mirrored backsplash, beamed ceiling, herringbone marble floor inlay, grand picture window. Second-floor first bedroom suite with original solid-marble fireplace, penny-tile inlay, shadowbox wainscoting, luminous bay window and nook, double closet with lighting and organizers, private luxury bathroom with floating quartz vanity, decorator mirror, deep soak tub and shower with frameless glass barndoor, artisan herringbone tile. Spacious walk-in laundry room with decorative tile and shadowboxes, hall bath with quartz vanity and storage drawers, chairrailing, towering walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling porcelain tile. Second bedroom suite with exquisite original mahogany built-in closets, arched mirror with ornamental millwork, refined linen wallcoverings. Third-floor third bedroom suite with extensive custom trim, custom double closets with glass doors and pull-out shelving, walk-in closet with shelves and hanging rods, sumptuous private bathroom with double-bowl vanity, hanging globed pendants, stunning walk-in shower with mixed Carrera marble and frameless glass enclosure. Ceiling skylight cascades shimmering sun rays onto all 3 levels. Fourth bedroom suite with beamed ceiling, opulent private bath with huge walk-in shower, glass partition, custom closet with drawers. Finished basement provides an additional 356 square feet of flexible living space, cavernous 29’x6’ unfinished area offers abundant additional storage. 75’ side patio with gated street access and 6’ privacy fence, charming private courtyard with stone pavers and turf. New 200-amp electrical service, updated plumbing, dual-zone HVAC, new tilt-in double-pane side windows, recoated roof. Brilliant design combinations like nothing you've seen before located on arguably one of Fairmount's most prestigious addresses. Shows beautifully!
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- MLS Number: PAPH2455154
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (215) 923-7600
- Office Email: cbpoldcityadmin@cbpref.com
- Listing Agent: Matthew Greene
- Agent Phone: (215) 923-7600
- Agent Email: matt@mattgreene.info
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $607,900 | $8,509 |
2022 | $607,900 | $8,226 |
2021 | $- | $8,226 |
2020 | $587,700 | $8,226 |
2019 | $568,800 | $7,962 |
2018 | $496,100 | $6,944 |
2017 | $496,100 | $6,944 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Samuel Powel Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.1 mi
•301 N 36th St
1
Richard R. Wright Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•2700 W Dauphin St
2
Kipp North Philadelphia Charter School
Public Charter KG-6
2.0 mi
•2539 N 16th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,780. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 2217 Mount Vernon St
This home is located at 2217 Mount Vernon St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19130 in the Spring Garden neighborhood. This 3,213 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,275,000.
In March 2025 more than 174 listings in Philadelphia, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 171 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 344 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA between February and March 2025 increased by 29.2%. Listings spent 50 days on the market in March 2025, and had a median list price of $269,412 during the same period.