520 W Mermaid Lane
Philadelphia, PA 19118
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 4,116 sqft
- ~1 acre lot
- $335 per sqft
- 1967 build
Welcome to 520 W Mermaid Lane, a charming and beautifully maintained home tucked away on an exceptional, picturesque lot in Chestnut Hill. This lovely property is surrounded by lush perennial gardens, mature trees, and thoughtfully designed landscaping. As you enter the two-story foyer, a cozy sitting room with a gas fireplace framed by built-in shelving and an adjacent powder room creates a warm and welcoming space. The sunlit kitchen features a center island with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and opens to a bright breakfast room with built-in cabinetry, surrounded by windows offering lovely views of the front gardens. This area also provides convenient access to both the front yard and the rear two-car garage. The adjacent dining room offers glass doors leading to the rear patio and opens to the spacious living room. Filled with natural light from a wall of glass sliders, the living room features an additional gas fireplace and overlooks the serene slate patio and pool. The first floor offers two bedrooms: one with dual closets and direct access to a full hall bath, and a larger bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring dual sinks and two closets—an exceptional secondary primary suite option. This bath also offers direct access to the backyard, ideal for days spent enjoying the pool. Upstairs, the generous primary suite (or guest suite) includes a large walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaking tub overlooking the backyard. A cozy open sitting area connects to the suite, offering flexible space for work or relaxation. This level also features an additional guest bedroom with pocket doors leading to a walk-in closet, a second-floor laundry room, a full hall bath, and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a playroom, exercise space, or additional bedroom. Additional highlights include an unfinished basement ideal for storage, a home generator, and a backyard designed for easy living. The expansive slate patio with a retractable awning is perfect for al fresco dining and leads to a spacious lounging area beside the in-ground pool. The flat, grassy lot offers rare privacy, bordered by mature trees. Ideally located just minutes from the St. Martins train station, the vibrant shops and restaurants of Chestnut Hill, and the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley Park, 520 W Mermaid Lane offers a welcoming lifestyle with seamless indoor-outdoor living in one of Philadelphia’s most beloved neighborhoods.
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Last updated May 12, 2025
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MLS# PAPH2475666 —
The Building
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Year Built:1967
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Year Built Source:Estimated
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Structure Type:Detached
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Architectural Style:Cape Cod
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Levels:2
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Door Features:Sliding Glass
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Window Features:Skylights
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Accessibility Features:None
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Foundation Details:Concrete Perimeter
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Partial
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Total SqFt Source:Estimated
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Assessor
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:4116
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Tax Total Finished SqFt:3024
Interior
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Interior Features:Central Vacuum, Kitchen - Eat-In, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Chair Railings, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
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Room List:Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other
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Flooring Type:Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick
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Wall & Ceilings:2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall
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Living Area SqFt Source:Estimated
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:4116
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Living Area SqFt:4,116 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Possession:Negotiable
Location
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Directions:Lincoln Dr, to McCallum, to W Mermaid Ln
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Cross Street:HURON
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Latitude:40.05917740
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Longitude:-75.20517731
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:1.03
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot Size Dimensions:150.00 x 300.00
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Lot Dimensions Source:Assessor
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Lot Features:Front Yard, Rear Yard
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Lot SqFt:44,993 Sqft
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Inclusions:Refrigerator/freezer, pool equipment, all appliances.
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Exclusions:Freezer, Chandelier In Breakfast Room, Utensil Bar, Weathervane and Gardening Statuary.
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Zoning:RSD1
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View:Trees/Woods
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Outdoor Living Structures:Patio(s)
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Waterview:No
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:No
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Water Access:No
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Land Use Code:B30
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (215) 287-7650
- Office phone:
- (215) 247-3750
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:092140900
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Tax Year:2025
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Tax Lot:173
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Tax Annual Amount:$23,455
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Tax Assessed Value:$1,675,600
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Year Assessed:2025
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School Tax:13135.0
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City/Town Tax:10320.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:5
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Bedrooms Main Level:2
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Upper Level Bedrooms:3
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Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:3
Baths
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Total Baths:5
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Full Baths:4
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Half Baths:1
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Main Level Baths:3.00
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Main Level Full Baths:2
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Main Level Half Baths:1
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Upper Level Full Baths:2
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Upper Level Total Baths:2
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Upper Level Total Baths:2.00
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Upper Level Full Baths:2
The Listing
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Central A/C
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Central Air:Yes
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Forced Air, Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiant
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Heating Fuel:Natural Gas
Utilities
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Utilities:Cable TV
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Electric Service:200+ Amp Service
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Hot Water:Natural Gas
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer
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Laundry Type:Upper Floor
Schools
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High School:GERMANTOWN
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School District Name:Philadelphia City
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School District Source:3rd Party
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Chestnut Hill
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Senior Community:No
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Exterior Features:Gutter System, Awning(s)
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Pool:Yes - Personal
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Pool Features:In Ground, Concrete
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
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Transportation:Commuter Rail Station less than 1 mile
Parking
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Total Garage and Parking Spaces:2
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Garage:Yes
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Garage Features:Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access
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Garage Spaces:2.00
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Type of Parking:Attached Garage
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Parking Features:Asphalt Driveway
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# of Attached Garage Spaces:2
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,379,999
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Mortgage
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$7,389
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Taxes | $1,954 |
Insurance | $379 |
Utilities | $265 See report |
Total | $9,987/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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5/12/25
May 12, 2025
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Pending | BRIGHT | $1,379,999 | |
5/7/25
May 7, 2025
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Sold Subject To Contingencies | BRIGHT | $1,379,999 | |
4/30/25
Apr 30, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $1,379,999 |