223 E GOWEN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119
223 E GOWEN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119
223 E GOWEN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119
223 E GOWEN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119
223 E GOWEN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119
223 E GOWEN AVE, Philadelphia, PA 19119
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Listed by Claudia Lippman • Compass Pennsylvania, LLC
$ 789,000
Est. payment | /mo

5 Beds

3 Baths

3,170 SqFt


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$ 789,000
Est. payment | /mo
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5 Beds

3 Baths

3,170 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home, Townhouse

Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached

Listing Status Coming Soon

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,170 sqft

Price per Sqft $248

Subdivision Mt Airy (East)

MLS Listing ID PAPH2670116

Style Victorian

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 3,170

Year Built 1885

Available Date 2026-09-19

Annual Tax Amount $10,309

Tax Year 2026

Lot Size 10,264 Sqft

Acres 0.24

Property Sub-Type Twin/Semi-Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

History, beauty, and craftsmanship converge in this exquisite 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Queen Anne Victorian. Located in the desirable Mt. Airy neighborhood, this home was originally part of the renowned Gowen Estate, established in the 1880s. Known for its architecturally significant homes and towering old trees, Gowen Avenue is considered one of the most beautiful Victorian streets in Philadelphia.
A charming pathway leads to a welcoming front porch, complete with a swing perfect for slow mornings and quiet evenings. Step through the door into a vestibule and foyer that immediately set the tone: original stained glass, gleaming hardwood floors, detailed woodworking, and an exceptional wood staircase capture the visual richness the Victorian era was famous for.
The spacious living room impresses with 9-foot ceilings, an original fireplace with a beautiful tiled hearth, large windows, and working pocket doors. The dining room, which also has pocket doors— currently used as a music room — offers an elegant setting for hosting family and friends. This house is an entertainers dream!
The fully remodeled eat-in kitchen blends modern function with historic soul: soaring cathedral ceilings, light-filled windows, high-end cabinetry, quartz countertops, Bosch stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting, along with the original pantry, which retains its vintage cabinets as a lovely nod to the home's past. A half bath completes this floor.
Outside, a large, lush rear yard offers a private retreat for entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the outdoors — complete with a paver patio, full fencing, and established trees creating a true private oasis.
Ascend the winding wood staircase to a bright, airy sitting room (originally a bedroom) with its own fireplace, oversized windows, and a walk-in closet, connected to a large middle bedroom. Continue through the French doors to an expansive primary bedroom featuring an original fireplace and bench seating with storage. Just outside, a fully remodeled bath boasts heated marble hex tile floors, large subway tile, and a dual vanity, alongside a large cedar walk-in closet and a linen closet to complete this floor.
The third floor offers two large, sun-filled bedrooms with good sized closets and a full bath with a soaker tub and basket-weave tile floors, conveniently equipped with a washer and dryer.
Unique vintage light fixtures and original wood moldings carry throughout this beautiful home.There is also a full sized basement that was recently parged and painted, perfect for all of your storage needs.
All this, plus an unbeatable location: walkable to the restaurants and shops of Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill, the Wissahickon Valley Park trails, and just one block to the Mt. Airy train station, with easy access to the PA Turnpike and Route 309.
This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Philadelphia history — where timeless architectural beauty meets the comforts of modern living. Schedule your showing today.

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19119 (19119)

Zoning RSD3

Rooms

Basement Unfinished, Full

Interior

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central A/C, Ductless/Mini-Split

Flooring Hardwood, Marble, Ceramic Tile

Fireplaces Number 3

Fireplaces Type Mantel(s), Non-Functioning

Inclusions All appliances in "as is" condition. Coat rack in vesitbule.

Equipment Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater

Fireplace Y

Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Upper Floor

Exterior

Fence Fully

Water Access N

Roof Type Asphalt

Accessibility None

Garage N

Private Pool No

Building

Story 3

Foundation Stone

Above Ground Finished SqFt 3170

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Victorian

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

School District Philadelphia City

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 091042700

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 3170

Special Listing Condition Standard

Bright MLS (BMLS)

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