520 W Mermaid Ln Philadelphia, PA 19118
Chestnut Hill Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,116
Sq Ft
1.03
Acres
Highlights
- Concrete Pool
- 1.03 Acre Lot
- Two Story Ceilings
- View of Trees or Woods
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Traditional Floor Plan
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill License #RS271347 Listed on: 04/30/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,455
Year Built
- Built in 1967
Lot Details
- 1.03 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 150.00 x 300.00
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned RSD1
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Side Facing Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 4,116 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Central Vacuum
- Chair Railings
- Two Story Ceilings
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Awning
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Views of Woods
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile or Brick
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Concrete Pool
- In Ground Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Germantown High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Radiant Heating System
- Hot Water Baseboard Heater
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Chestnut Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 173
- Assessor Parcel Number 092140900
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Auritt Joycellen and Schlessinger Leslie
Bought by
Neimeth Deborah
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Rinella
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
Richard McIlhenny
RE/MAX Services
List Price
$1,379,999
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$120,001
8.7%
Views
68
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-59.00%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 22, 2015
Closed on
Jul 28, 2015
Sold by
Vardakis Apostolos and Littlejohn Linda C
Bought by
Auritt Joycellen and Schlessinger Leslie
Seller's Agent
Richard McIlhenny
RE/MAX Services
Buyer's Agent
Marilou Buffum
BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-10.87%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.91%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 1994
Sold by
Scanlan Ann E and Brown Esquire Richard
Bought by
Vardakis Apostolos and Littlejohn Linda C
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $1,500,000 | Germantown Title | |
| Deed | $1,025,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $272,500 | Industrial Valley Title Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $211,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $38,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Sold | $1,500,000 | +8.7% | $364 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2025 05/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | For Sale | $1,379,999 | +34.6% | $335 / Sq Ft |
| 08/25/2015 08/25/15 | Sold | $1,025,000 | -4.7% | $293 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2015 05/29/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2015 05/06/15 | Price Changed | $1,075,000 | -6.5% | $307 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2015 04/22/15 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | -- | $329 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,871 | $1,675,600 | $335,120 | $1,340,480 |
| 2024 | $20,871 | $1,675,600 | $335,120 | $1,340,480 |
| 2023 | $20,871 | $1,491,000 | $298,200 | $1,192,800 |
| 2022 | $14,355 | $1,446,000 | $298,200 | $1,147,800 |
| 2021 | $14,985 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $14,985 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $13,806 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $11,331 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $11,331 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $11,331 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $10,445 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $809,500 | $350,210 | $459,290 |
| 2012 | -- | $72,256 | $36,128 | $36,128 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jennifer Rinella
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Rinella
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 287-7650
33 in this area
198 Total Sales
-
Michael Sivel
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Michael Sivel
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 247-3750
37 in this area
177 Total Sales
-
Richard McIlhenny
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Richard McIlhenny
RE/MAX
(215) 275-6303
25 in this area
118 Total Sales
-
Marilou Buffum
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Marilou Buffum
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 837-8534
4 in this area
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2475666
APN: 092140900
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