Open House Sat, Aug 29th 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Views - Primary on Main
Address
1542 Haines Street, Philadelphia, PA
Price
$ 950,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#PAPH2661552
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyPHILADELPHIA
- CityPhiladelphia
- Area19126
- NeighborhoodWest Oak Lane
- Zip19126
- StyleStraight Thru
- Year Built1940
- Taxes$ 3429
- Price$ 950,000
- Bedrooms7
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage7500
- Lot Size0.13 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Theres seeing a house from the outside... and then theres discovering whats actually behind the front door. Welcome to 1542 Haines Street, where an extensively renovated detached home in NW Philly unfolds into something you probably werent expecting. Step inside and youll quickly realize this wasnt approached as a collection of individual upgrades. Theres a deliberate design carried from one level to the next, blending warm wood tones with crisp surfaces, dramatic black accents, touches of brushed gold, wide-plank flooring, recessed lighting, and architectural tray and cove ceilings with integrated LED accent lighting. At the center of the main level is an impressive contemporary kitchen built around an oversized waterfall-edge island. Two-tone cabinetry pairs natural wood uppers with black lowers, complemented by stone surfaces, stainless steel appliances, statement pendant lighting, and coordinated black-and-gold fixtures and hardware. Its impressive to look at, but its also designed to be part of the room, with an island that creates a natural place to gather while keeping the kitchen connected to everything happening around it. Custom wood accents, built-in wall niches, and an open staircase with glass railings complete a main level with a character all its own. Upstairs, generously sized bedrooms continue the attention to detail, while the bathrooms feature large-format tile, glass shower enclosures, floating vanities, illuminated mirrors, and contemporary fixtures. The primary suite deserves a little more time. Architectural ceiling details with integrated lighting frame the oversized bedroom, complemented by a custom wood feature wall with built-in display niches and a sleek linear feature. Theres room here to retreat from the rest of the house, along with a substantial walk-in closet and a private bath surrounded by marble-look tile. A jetted soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, floating double vanity, illuminated mirror, and striking black-and-gold fixtures create a space designed for slowing down at the beginning or end of the day. Continue upward and youll discover an expansive finished upper level, where distinctive architectural rooflines create large, flexible spaces along with another beautifully finished full bath. And theres still another level to discover. The finished lower level extends the home even further, with wide-plank flooring, recessed lighting, multiple open areas, and another contemporary full bathroom. Theres enough room downstairs to create more than one experience, whether that eventually means a place to work, work out, watch the game, pursue a hobby, or simply have another part of the house to escape to. Outside, step onto the elevated deck for morning coffee, an evening outside, or simply a different view of home. Below, the fenced yard and long covered patio extend the possibilities even further. And at the rear is something increasingly difficult to find in the city: a detached two-car garage, driveway, and additional off-street parking. Beyond the property, theres plenty to explore nearby. Awbury Arboretum offers 56 acres of gardens, meadows, woods, ponds, and trails; Morris Estate Recreation Center provides a neighborhood destination for recreation; and Greenleaf at Cheltenham puts shopping, groceries, and everyday conveniences within easy reach. Seven bedrooms. Five full and one half baths. Multiple finished levels. Outdoor living space. A detached two-car garage. And a renovation where the details deserve to be seen up close. 1542 Haines Street is one of those properties you cant fully understand from the sidewalk. You have to open the door. Please take a minute to view the Video Tour, and then schedule your in-person showing, today!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/19/2026 | Listed $950,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 7500 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| Zoning | RSA3 |
| Garage Spaces | 2.00 |
| Architectural Style | Straight Thru |
| Construction Materials | Masonry |
| School District | PHILADELPHIA CITY |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Levels | 3 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | PHILADELPHIA |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | WEST OAK LANE |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 5 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | gps |
| City | PHILADELPHIA |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| MLS Area | 19126 (19126) |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5707.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 245000.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3429.0 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 158.33 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 7500 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 117 |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Basement | Fully Finished |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 6000 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 7 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1500 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 6 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 3 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 6 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Garage Features | Garage - Rear Entry |
| Type of Parking | Detached Garage,Driveway |
| Land Use Code | H40 |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Dimensions | 41.00 x 139.00 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.13 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Land Assessed Value | 49000.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Detached Garage Spaces | 2 |
| LotDimensionsSource | Assessor |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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