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Townhouse for sale at 1717 Mount Vernon St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | MLS# PAPH2516306 | Listing updated on 2025-10-06
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$1,275,000

Monthly Est:$6,346

  • Beds Icon7 Beds
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    4 Baths
  • Beds Icon4,256sqft

1717 Mount Vernon St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

$6,346/moEst:

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  • Townhouse

  • Built in 1920

  • $-- HOA

  • 4,256 sqft lot

  • $300/sq.ft

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.

  • Houzeo last checked: 10 minutes ago
  • Listing updated: October 6, 2025 at 4:12 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Jeanne M Polizzi (215) 767-7814 , Michael Scipione (215) 768-7533 | Coldwell Banker Realty (215) 923-7600
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2516306 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Townhouse

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    Spring Garden

  • Year Built

    1920

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    4,256 sqft

  • Lot Size

    4,256 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2516306

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    171

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 7

    Bathrooms: 4

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Exterior Features

    Outbuilding(s)

  • 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

  • Cooling

    None

  • Flooring

    Hardwood, Tile/brick

  • Heating

    Radiant

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1920

  • Home type

    Townhouse

  • Foundation Details

    Other

  • Construction Materials

    Masonry

  • Roof

    Flat

  • Architectural Style

    Straight Thru, Other

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Unfinished

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Fairmount

Price History

DateEventPrice

07/14/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2516306

Price Increased

$1,485,000 +16.47%

$385/sqft

07/14/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2516306

Price Decreased

$1,275,000 -22.73%

$330/sqft

02/07/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2439812

Listed for Sale

$1,650,000

$427/sqft

01/29/2025

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2439812

Off Market

$1,650,000 +35.80%

$427/sqft

05/17/2022

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2058840

Sold

$1,215,000

$315/sqft

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