Address

609 W Hortter Street, Philadelphia, PA

Listing Type

ACTIVE

Price

$ 1,800,000

Property Attributes

MLS#PAPH2666486
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status ACTIVE
CountyPHILADELPHIA
CityPhiladelphia
Area19119
NeighborhoodMt Airy
Zip19119
StyleColonial
Year Built1916
Taxes$ 18454
Price$ 1,800,000
Bedrooms6
Full Bathrooms4
Half Bathrooms1
Sqr Footage6816
Lot Size0.96 Acres

Data Source:

Bright MLS

Property Description

Tucked back from the street on beautifully manicured grounds, "High Oaks" is a quintessential Philadelphia-area stone estate, offering so much privacy that it's hard to believe youre still in the city. Built of Wissahickon schist, the stone so closely associated with Philadelphia-area architecture, the home is surrounded by mature trees and carefully curated plantings that create a lush, park-like setting. Step inside and the scale of the home becomes immediately apparent. A wide center hall and impressive staircase set the tone, with high ceilings, oversized windows and beautiful architectural details throughout. To the right, dual fireplaces and impressive built-in shelves anchor the gracious formal living space with a pair of doors leading to the covered side porch. Across the hall, the exceptionally large dining room has its own beautiful built-ins and oversized windows that fill the room with natural light. The updated kitchen is designed for how people live today, with a large island for gathering and casual meals, a large cook's refrigerator and plenty of storage. A pantry, mudroom and powder room round out the first floor, while both front and back staircases provide access to the floors above. The second floor is almost a home unto itself. The four-room primary suite includes a spacious bedroom with fireplace, a separate dressing room with another fireplace, a sleeping porch overlooking the manicured grounds and a large primary bath with both a shower and jetted tub. Also on this level are an additional bedroom, a comfortable family den with fireplace (which could be used as a bedroom), two stylishly updated bathrooms and a renovated laundry room, conveniently located in the middle of it all. Continue up the main staircase to the third floor, where youll find three more bedrooms, an updated full bathroom, a small office or storage room and a separate sitting area that could easily become a game room, hangout space, studio or whatever works for you. An unfinished basement provides additional storage. Theres even more flexibility above the detached garage, where a finished apartment offers separate space for guests, an au pair, a home office or other uses. The apartment has also previously been used as a short-term rental. And then theres the location --two blocks from the Upsal station with regional rail service taking you to Center City in less than 30 minutes. The White Trail entrance to Wissahickon Valley Park is even closer, putting miles of trails practically at your doorstep. From there, cyclists can connect into the larger trail network and ride along the Schuylkill River Trail toward Center City, making it possible to trade a traditional commute for a bike ride or simply head out for exercise on a Saturday morning. Neighborhood shops and restaurants, farmers markets, parks, public and private schools, major highways are all within easy reach. For all its size and presence, what may be most remarkable about 609 W Hortter is how tucked away it feels. Its a substantial stone home surrounded by beautiful grounds, with the Wissahickon practically around the corner, yet everything that makes West Mt. Airy such a desirable place to live is close by.

Price History
9/4/2026	Listed $1,800,000

General Features

Living Area	6816
Sewer	Public Sewer
Heating	Hot Water
Cooling	Central A/C
Possession	0-30 Days CD,Immediate,Negotiable
Appliances	Built-In Microwave,Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven/Range - Gas,Washer,Refrigerator
Zoning	RSD1
Garage Spaces	2.00
Architectural Style	Colonial
Construction Materials	Stone
School District	PHILADELPHIA CITY
Exclusions	Primary Bedroom Lightfixture
Year Built	1916
Levels	3
Tax Year	2026
Ownership	Fee Simple
Cool Fuel	Electric
Accessibility	None
County	PHILADELPHIA
New Construction	No
Property Type	Residential
HOA	No
Subdivision Name	MT AIRY (WEST)
Garage Y/N	Yes
Water Access Y/N	No
Other Structures	Above Grade,Below Grade
Full Baths	4
Status	ACTIVE
Directions	From Wayne Ave,turn onto W Hortter St.
City	PHILADELPHIA
Disclosures	Prop Disclosure,Lead Based Paint - State
Senior Community Y/N	No
MLS Area	19119 (19119)
Lot Size Units	Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet	41883.00
Tax Assessed Value	1318400.0
Tax Annual Amount	18454.0
Structure Type	Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N	No
Bathrooms Count Main Level	1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG	264.08
Acceptable Financing	Cash,Conventional
Vacation Rental Y/N	No
Virtual Tour	https://ordering.donkinmedia.com/videos/01a0ca9a-b54c-7283-bcad-8919fd9d4a89
Total SQFT	6816
Standard Status	Active
Year Built Source	Assessor
Tax Lot	1

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	Additional Stairway,Built-Ins,Kitchen - Eat-In,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Upgraded Countertops,Wood Floors
Heating Fuel	Natural Gas
Basement	Space For Rooms,Unfinished
Total Fireplaces	6
Hot Water	Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N)	Yes
Heating Y/N	Yes
Fireplace Y/N	Yes
Above Grade Finished Area	6816
Half Baths	1
Central Air Y/N	Yes
Total Bedrooms	6
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
LivingAreaSource	Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source	Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels	6
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1	3
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2	3
Bathrooms Half Main Level	1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2	1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1	3
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels	4
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2	1.00
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1	3.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels	4
Above Grade Finished Area Source	Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Total Baths	5

Exterior Features

Pool	No Pool
Parking Features	Paved Driveway
Water Source	Public
Inclusions	Washer,Dryer & Refrigerator
Total Parking Spaces	6
Garage Features	Additional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry
Type of Parking	Detached Garage,Driveway
Foundation Details	Other
Water View Y/N	No
Lot Size Acres	0.96
Lot Size Source	Assessor
Waterfront Y/N	No
Land Assessed Value	263680.00
Navigable Water Y/N	No
Water Oriented Y/N	No
# of Detached Garage Spaces	2