520 W MERMAID LANE, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118

$1,379,999

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… Read More 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. Read Less

Courtesy of Jennifer Rinella, BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 12, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,116

Lot Size

1.03 Acres

Year Built

1967

MLS Number

PAPH2475666

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer

Basement

Partial

Building

4,116 sqft living area, 4,116 sqft above grade (finished), Built in 1967, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, 2 levels, Cape Cod, Brick

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Doors

Sliding Glass

Exterior Features

Gutter System, Awning(s)

Floors

Wood, Fully Carpeted, Tile/Brick

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Garage

2 garage spaces

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard - Hot Water, Radiant

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

Laundry

Upper Floor

Lot

44,993 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 300.00, 1.03 acres, Front Yard, Rear Yard

Parking

Asphalt Driveway

Pool

In Ground, Concrete

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), View: Trees/Woods

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $10,320, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, School Tax: $13,135, Tax Annual Amount: $23,455, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service, Hot Water: Natural Gas, Cable TV

Windows

Skylights

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