$ 1,650,000
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$1,650,000
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4
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5
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3,380
SqFt -
0.31
Acre
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Offered for sale for only the 3rd time in its more than 100-year history! A rare opportunity to own one of West Mt. Airy’s most architecturally distinctive homes! 419 Gate Lane is an extraordinary 2½-story French Norman Revival home constructed of Wissahickon Schist & one of only 24 residences comprising the Philadelphia designated French Village Historic District. Commissioned by visionary developer Dr. George Woodward, designed by acclaimed Philadelphia architect Robert Rodes McGoodwin & built by John E. Walt, architectural records identify the residence as Woodward’s “Gate House F,” a cornerstone of the fabled French Village. French Village's 24 residences were created as Woodward’s romantic interpretation of the rural architecture of Normandy, France. Its stone houses, intimate lanes, walls, gatehouses & archways reflect French Norman Revival architecture with Garden Suburb & Arts & Crafts influences. Woodward assembled leading Philadelphia architects to create individually distinctive residences within a unified village setting. McGoodwin studied architecture at the University of Pennsylvania, worked for renowned architect Horace Trumbauer, studied in Europe on a Cresson Traveling Scholarship & later taught design at Penn. Built in 1925–26, the home is an exceptional example of French Norman Revival architecture with Wissahickon Schist construction, a steep bell cast hipped slate roof, copper gutters/downspouts, gable & eyebrow dormer windows. Recognized for its architectural significance, 419 Gate Lane was included in McGoodwin’s 1942 published monograph & has been featured in magazines, newspapers & WHYY. Set on an approximately .31 acre lot, this detached residence offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths & a 1st-floor powder room, an attached 1-car garage & 6-car off-street parking. Beautiful period details blend seamlessly with modern amenities. Significant updates include fresh professional interior paint, HE Crown gas boiler & HWH, HE Bryant high-velocity central air, 200 amp electric panels (no knob & tube wiring), EV 240V “RV Plug” for fast Level 2 charging, refinished hardwood floors, updated kitchen & baths, ceiling fans, light fixtures, Trex deck with wrought iron railings, professional landscaping & hardscaping, restored windows & doors & more. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace, built-in bookshelves, crown molding & recessed lighting. French doors from the living room, dining room & sun room open to the full length Trex deck for exceptional indoor/outdoor living. The renovated kitchen has 2 sinks, quartzite countertops, gas cooking, custom Pappajohn Woodworking cabinetry & stainless-steel appliances. The 2nd floor offers a spacious primary suite with generous closet space & private bath with stall shower, plus a 2nd bedroom, hall bath & upper-floor laundry with Samsung washer & dryer. The top floor has a 3rd bedroom & full bath, ideal for guests, family or a home office. The walkout lower level at grade has a 4th bedroom & 4th full bath & can also serve as an in-law/au pair suite, office, kids’ & pets’ playroom or Peloton/Pilates/Yoga studio, plus storage, gardening & utility rooms. Surrounded by mature gardens, specimen trees, native pollinator landscaping & a water feature, the property backs directly to Wissahickon Valley Park, offering exceptional access to its natural beauty, wooded trails & recreational opportunities. Cresheim Creek, Allens Lane Art Center, Carpenter’s Woods & SEPTA’s Allen Lane Station to Philadelphia are just blocks away, with easy access to Springside, shops, restaurants & cafes of Mt. Airy Village, Germantown Avenue & Chestnut Hill. With the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption, estimated 2027 property taxes would be $20,129. French Village was officially designated a Philadelphia historic district in 2021. Architectural pedigree, historic significance, natural beauty & modern livability combine in a setting unlike almost anything else in Philadelphia.
Listing Highlights for 419 Gate Ln
Status
Pending
Days on Site
29
Property Type
Residential
MLS ®
PAPH2675262
Year Built
1925
Total Square Footage
3,380
Lot/Acreage
0.31
County
Philadelphia
Neighborhood
Mt Airy (West)
Area
19119 (19119)
School District
Philadelphia City
Interior Details
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4 Full / 1 Half
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
- Air Cond: Central A/C,Energy Star Cooling System,Programmable Thermostat
- Heating: Hot Water,Energy Star Heating System,Programmable Thermostat
- Fireplaces: 1, Stone,Wood,1 Fireplace
- Floor: Hardwood,Ceramic Tile
- Above Ground Sq Ft: 3100
- Below Ground Sq Ft: 280
- Basement: Full,Improved,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms,Walkout Level,Windows,Workshop
- Other: Bathroom - Tub Shower,Bathroom - Walk-In Shower,Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Breakfast Area,Built-Ins,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Moldings,Chair Railings,Curved Staircase,Dining Area,Floor Plan - Open,Kitchen - Gourmet,Kitchen - Island,Pantry,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Wine Storage,Wood Floors
- Water: Public
Exterior Details
- Lot Description: Corner,Front Yard,Landscaping,Level,Open,Premium,Private,Rear Yard,SideYard(s),Not New Construction,Horse Property: No
- Garage Capacity: 1 car
- Parking Spaces: 6
- Lot Dimensions: 105 x 130
- Zoning: RSD1
- Roof: Slate
- Others: Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting,Play Area,Stone Retaining Walls
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway,Additional Storage Area,Covered Parking,Garage - Front Entry,Attached Garage,Driveway,4+ Spaces,3+ Spaces,2+ Spaces,1+ Spaces
Financial Details
- Tax Amount: $21,528
- Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
- Tax/Property ID: N/A
- Tax Year: 2026
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