#PAPH2483018, Alex Aberle, Listing office: Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
629 W Cliveden St Philadelphia, PA 19119
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About 629 W Cliveden St
Elegant 1920s Stone Colonial in the heart of West Mt. Airy! Step into timeless charm and modern comfort in this grand colonial, located on a picturesque street just moments from the Wissahickon trails, Weavers Way Co-op, High Point Café, historic RittenhouseTown, and the regional rail to Center City. With Lincoln Drive only minutes away, you'll enjoy seamless access to both urban life and nature’s retreat. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully upgraded by generations of owners, this stately 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a blend of gracious spaces and cozy nooks, perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. Original wood floors flow throughout, enhancing the home’s historic character. Here is the floorplan: Enter into a quintessential Mt. Airy foyer that sets the tone for this elegant home. To the left, you'll find a spacious formal living room featuring recessed lighting, custom built-in bookcases, abundant natural light, and a decorative fireplace. Continue through to a sunroom wrapped in three walls of windows, providing a serene view of lush greenery—a perfect space for reading, relaxing, or indoor plants. Off the foyer is a versatile bonus room—ideal as a hobby space, mudroom, or gardener’s nook! On the right, the formal dining room includes a privacy door that leads into the expansive chef’s kitchen. This kitchen is a cook’s dream with ample counter space and cabinetry, a center island with gas cooktop, double wall ovens, a second sink and dishwasher for prep, and easy access to the backyard. Laundry room is just off the kitchen. Up the main staircase, a wide landing features charming built-in window seating. Four generously sized bedrooms and two full baths provide flexibility and comfort. Three of the bedrooms connect, allowing for a truly exceptional primary suite complete with sitting room, dressing area, office, or nursery. The third floor adds two more spacious bedrooms and a full bath—ideal for guests, creative workspaces, or multi-generational living. Exterior & Extras: The landscaped front yard is filled with mature trees and indigenous plantings, creating year-round natural beauty, shade, greenery and privacy. A detached driveway leads to a stone garage, with finished exterior matching the main home. Above the garage, there's potential to create an additional studio, home office, or guest suite—bring your vision! Notably, the current owners have invested over $50K in preserving the original slate roof, ensuring lasting quality and historic integrity. This is more than a house—it’s a story, a sanctuary, and a rare opportunity to own a piece of Mt. Airy history
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(ACTIVE)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Curved Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Stove - Wood, Walk-in Closet(s), Wainscotting, Wood Floors
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Covered Parking, Detached Garage
- Exterior: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $950,000
- Price/SqFt: $176
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,161
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: headed to center city via Lincoln Drive. Right onto Cliveden. House on right on corner of Cliveden and Wissahickon.
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 5,373 SqFt
- Municipality: Philadelphia
- Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
- MLS Number: PAPH2516902
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
- Office Phone: (215) 247-3750
- Listing Agent: Caroline Masters
- Agent Phone: (215) 247-3750
- Agent Email: caroline.masters@foxroach.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Apr 05, 2018 | Home Sold | $480,000 |
Mar 17, 2010 | Home Sold | $629,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $805,900 | $10,161 |
2022 | $760,900 | $8,086 |
2021 | $- | $8,086 |
2020 | $622,700 | $8,716 |
2019 | $649,900 | $9,097 |
2018 | $545,000 | $7,628 |
2017 | $545,000 | $7,628 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
John B. Kelly Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•5116 Pulaski Ave
4
Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School
Public Charter KG-5
1.4 mi
•67 E Bringhurst St
4
Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•6501 Chew Ave
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 $111,513. Typical income of Philadelphia, PA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 629 W Cliveden St
The listing price of 629 W Cliveden St property is $950,000.
The property 629 W Cliveden St is a house located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19119.
Active Listing: 629 W Cliveden St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 629 W Cliveden St are: John B. Kelly Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mastery Charter School John Wister Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Elenor C. Emlen Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Anna Lane Lingelbach School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Charles W. Henry School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cook-Wissahickon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mastery Charter School-Pickett Campus (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Roxborough High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Saul W B Agricultural School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $10,161 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 5, 2018 for $480,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 629 W Cliveden St has 6 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 629 W Cliveden St is 5,373 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 629 W Cliveden St is 1925.
This home is located at 629 W Cliveden St in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19119 in the Mount Airy neighborhood. This 5,373 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $950,000.
In June 2025 in Philadelphia, PA there were 36.5% more homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 90 days, the median list price was $292,873.