606 Solly Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-1951 $370,000

Beds/Baths: 3/1.1
Interior Sq. Ft: 1,440
Acreage: 0.3
Age:60 years
Style:
Straight Thru, Art Deco, Colonial, Federal, Traditional
MLS#: PAPH2542098
Subdivision: Fox Chase
Design/Type:
Twin/Semi-Detached

Description

Nestled in the charming Fox Chase neighborhood, this delightful twin home offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern comfort. The residence showcases a timeless architectural style, featuring a sturdy brick and masonry exterior that exudes warmth and durability. Step inside from the welcoming front porch to discover a spacious layout and high ceilings. Features like the large stained glass window and charmibng mantle will welcome you home. The gleaming hardwood flooring throughout will impress you! Plenty of room to gather in the living and dining rooms, creating memories that will last a lifetime. The full partially finished lower level has a powder room and many customization possibilities. Home Office? Playroom? ...you name it! Upstairs are three sunny bedrooms and a newer hall bath with designer tile and fixtures. The master bedroom had a gorgeous three side bay window, double closets, and a bonus closet with shelving. A XL hall closet means plenty of storage space. The detached garage and driveway parking for up to five vehicles cuts out any need to ever find parking and gives you a workshop and additional storage. This home is on a double lot and the back yard is a huge playspace for all to enjoy.! So a large private yard and a garage but I saved the best for last .... no (or very low) electric bills! Thats a significant savings every month! See documents for details and information about the SOLAR installed in 2024. See drone photos in listing! Enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding area, where you can take leisurely strolls or explore nearby parks. Fox Chase Station is just a couple of blocks away, for an easy commute! The Pennypack and Lorimer trails nearby make it easy to create the lifestyle you've been craving! This home is not just a place to live; it's a canvas for your dreams. Whether you're looking to create a serene retreat, a vibrant gathering space, or a home base with easy access to all the city has to offer, this property is ready to welcome you The tremendous value of the state of the art Solar system plus the ideal location AND driveway/garage/large yard make this a property that will not last! Move in ready! The current owners have taken loving care of their home for many years and only a growing family had brought this move on ...they hope the lucky new owners will enjoy it as much as they have!

Taxes: $4,510
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: Y
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: The School District Of Philadelphia
Elem. School: Fox Chase School High School: George Washington

Features

Utilities
Hot Water Heating, Radiant Heating, Natural Gas, Window Unit(s) Cooling, None, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, Natural Gas Available

Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Detached Garage Spaces #: 1;

Interior
Full Basement, Partially Finished Basement, Basement Walkout Stairs, Hardwood Flooring, 9'+ Ceilings, Accessibility - Doors - Lever Handle(s)

Exterior
Stone Foundation, Architectural Shingle Roof, Brick Exterior, Masonry

Lot
Additional Lot(s), Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Level Lot, Open Lot, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Premium Lot

Select a school from the following list. Schools are grouped by school type.
The schools on this list are selected by their proximity of up to 5 miles to the property address. Proximity does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Please contact the school directly for more information on enrollment requirements.
* If there are more than 5 schools of any type within a close proximity, click on the button to see additional schools of that type near the search address.

Public Elementary (74 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Fox Chase School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 0.22 mi
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 0.98 mi
Crossan Kennedy C School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 1.08 mi
McKinley School Abington School District K–5 Elkins Park 1.45 mi
Farrell Louis High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.6 mi
Rydal Elementary School Abington School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 1.65 mi
Greenberg Joseph School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 1.67 mi
Rhawnhurst School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 1.71 mi
Moore J Hampton School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 1.97 mi
Cheltenham Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Cheltenham 1.98 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.26 mi
Solis-Cohen Solomon School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.39 mi
Myers Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Elkins Park 2.62 mi
Carnell Laura High School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 2.69 mi
Frank Anne School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 2.75 mi
Spruance Gilbert School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.8 mi
Franklin Benjamin School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.8 mi
Pollock Robert B School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 2.86 mi
Mayfair School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3 mi
Eugenio Maria DE Hostos Charter School Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
Jenkintown Elementary School Jenkintown School District K–6 Jenkintown 3.16 mi
Finletter Thomas K School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.17 mi
Northeast Community Propel Academy Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.21 mi
Ziegler William High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.28 mi
Universal Creighton Charter School Universal Creighton Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.31 mi
Allen Ethan School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.42 mi
Ellwood School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.55 mi
The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Science The Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences at HR K–8 Philadelphia 3.66 mi
Lowell James R School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–4 Philadelphia 3.7 mi
Brown Joseph High School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.71 mi
Forrest Edwin School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.74 mi
Disston Hamilton School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.8 mi
Loesche William High School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.85 mi
Olney Elementary School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 3.92 mi
Keystone Academy Charter School Keystone Academy Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 3.92 mi
Rowen William School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 3.92 mi
Highland School Abington School District K–5 Abington 3.95 mi
Holme Thomas School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.99 mi
Mastery Cs-Smedley Campus Mastery CS-Smedley Campus K–6 Philadelphia 4 mi
Northwood Academy Charter School Northwood Academy Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.04 mi
Overlook School Abington School District K–5 Abington 4.06 mi
Wyncote Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Wyncote 4.06 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.06 mi
Copper Beech School Abington School District K–5 Glenside 4.07 mi
Lawton Henry W School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.1 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.11 mi
Howe Julia Ward School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.2 mi
Morrison Andrew J School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.29 mi
Prince Hall Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.29 mi
Sullivan James J School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.31 mi
Samuel Pennypacker School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.35 mi
Marshall John School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.38 mi
Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.43 mi
Pennell Joseph School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.5 mi
Barton Clara School Philadelphia City School District K–2 Philadelphia 4.51 mi
Feltonville Intermediate School Philadelphia City School District 3–5 Philadelphia 4.55 mi
Stearne Allen Middle School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney Lindley Academy Charter School at Birney K–8 Philadelphia 4.62 mi
West Oak Lane Charter School West Oak Lane Charter School K–8 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
Glenside Elementary School Cheltenham School District K–4 Glenside 4.68 mi
Roslyn School Abington School District K–5 Roslyn 4.68 mi
Comly Watson School Philadelphia City School District K–5 Philadelphia 4.71 mi
John Hancock Demonstration School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
Juniata Park Academy Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.82 mi
Mastery Cs-Francis D. Pastorius Elementa Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary K–8 Philadelphia 4.84 mi
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Maritime Academy Charter School Maritime Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Franklin S Edmonds School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.91 mi
Day Anna B School Philadelphia City School District Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.93 mi
Hopkinson Francis School Philadelphia City School District K–8 Philadelphia 4.94 mi
Pine Road Elementary School Lower Moreland Township School District K–5 Huntingdon Valley 4.94 mi

Public Middle (19 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 0.98 mi
Baldi C C A Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 1.69 mi
Castor Gardens Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 1.82 mi
Elkins Park School Cheltenham School District 5–6 Elkins Park 1.89 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.26 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
Murray Avenue School Lower Moreland Township School District 6–8 Huntingdon Valley 3.2 mi
Washington Grover Junior School Philadelphia City School District 5–8 Philadelphia 3.59 mi
Abington Middle School Abington School District 6–8 Abington 3.76 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.06 mi
Wagner Gen Louis Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.08 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.11 mi
Cedarbrook Middle School Cheltenham School District 7–8 Wyncote 4.19 mi
Harding Warren G Middle School Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.48 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
Feltonville School of Arts & Sciences Philadelphia City School District 6–8 Philadelphia 4.63 mi
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Maritime Academy Charter School Maritime Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi

Public High (28 schools)

School District Grades Place Distance
Tacony Academy Charter School Tacony Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 0.98 mi
Northeast High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 1.55 mi
MaST Community Charter School II MaST Community Charter School II K–12 Philadelphia 2.26 mi
Fels Samuel High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 2.93 mi
Lincoln High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3 mi
ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 3.13 mi
Jenkintown Middle/High School Jenkintown School District 7–12 Jenkintown 3.14 mi
Washington George High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.38 mi
Lower Moreland High School Lower Moreland Township School District 9–12 Huntingdon Valley 3.52 mi
Swenson Arts & Technology High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.55 mi
Abington Senior High School Abington School District 9–12 Abington 3.68 mi
Frankford High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 3.89 mi
Philadelphia Academy Charter School Philadelphia Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.06 mi
Olney High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.1 mi
New Foundations Charter School New Foundations Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.11 mi
Building 21 Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.26 mi
Cheltenham High School Cheltenham School District 9–12 Wyncote 4.38 mi
Imhotep Institute Charter High School Imhotep Institute Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.5 mi
Girls High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.5 mi
MAST Community Charter School MAST Community Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.56 mi
Widener Memorial School Philadelphia City School District K–12 Philadelphia 4.58 mi
King Martin Luther High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.64 mi
Central High School Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.7 mi
Parkway Northwest Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 4.83 mi
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.85 mi
Franklin Towne Charter High School Franklin Towne Charter High School 9–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Maritime Academy Charter School Maritime Academy Charter School K–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Philadelphia Learning Academy - North Philadelphia City School District 9–12 Philadelphia 5 mi

Private (75 schools)

School Grades Place Distance
St Cecilia Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 0.13 mi
Creative Beginnings Nonsectarian Preschool–K Rockledge 0.51 mi
Milestone Academy Nonsectarian 10–12 Jenkintown 1.21 mi
Gospel Of Grace Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–8 Cheltenham 1.31 mi
St Basil Academy Other 9–12 Jenkintown 1.51 mi
Presentation Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Cheltenham 1.58 mi
Montgomery Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Huntingdon Valley 1.66 mi
First Century Gospel School Christian (no specific denomination) K–10 Philadelphia 1.69 mi
The Gan Jewish Preschool–K Philadelphia 1.71 mi
Cora Services Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 1.84 mi
Resurrection Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 1.88 mi
Cedar Grove Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–9 Philadelphia 2.06 mi
Politz Hebrew Academy Jewish K–8 Philadelphia 2.1 mi
Maternity Bvm School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.14 mi
Shining Star Learning Center Assembly of God Preschool–4 Philadelphia 2.29 mi
Shaare Shamayim Preschool And Kindergarten Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 2.33 mi
Meadowlane Montessori School Nonsectarian Preschool–K Jenkintown 2.34 mi
A Step Up Academy Nonsectarian Preschool–8 Jenkintown 2.48 mi
Abington Friends School Friends Preschool–12 Jenkintown 2.5 mi
Northeast Central Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–5 Philadelphia 2.62 mi
St Albert The Great Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Huntingdon Valley 2.66 mi
Red Lion Elementary School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 2.67 mi
St Matthew Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.89 mi
Mesivta Yesodei Yisroel Jewish 9–12 Elkins Park 2.96 mi
St Jerome School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 2.96 mi
Perelman Jewish Day School-Foreman Center Jewish K–5 Melrose Park 2.97 mi
Wyncote Academy Nonsectarian 6–12 Melrose Park 3.02 mi
Valley Christian School Presbyterian K–8 Huntingdon Valley 3.09 mi
International Christian High School Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 3.14 mi
Temple Beth Torah School Of Early Learning At Oyrt Jewish Preschool–K Abington 3.2 mi
St Martin Of Tours School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.2 mi
Accel Academy Nonsectarian 5–11 Melrose Park 3.3 mi
Blessed Trinity Regional Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.41 mi
The Meadowbrook School Nonsectarian Preschool–6 Meadowbrook 3.45 mi
Ann Kids Nonsectarian K Philadelphia 3.48 mi
Happy 'r' Wee Nonsectarian Preschool–K Abington 3.48 mi
Father Judge High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 3.5 mi
Hope Church School Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 3.61 mi
Holmesburg Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.67 mi
Sophia Academy Christian (no specific denomination) 9–12 Philadelphia 3.69 mi
Westwood School Nonsectarian Preschool–5 Philadelphia 3.73 mi
Bryn Athyn Church School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Bryn Athyn 3.79 mi
The Academy Of The New Church Girls' School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 3.82 mi
Academy Of The New Church Boys School Other 9–12 Bryn Athyn 3.82 mi
Regina Coeli Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Abington 3.86 mi
St Dominic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 3.94 mi
St Hubert Catholic High School For Girls Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 3.97 mi
Olney Christian School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 3.98 mi
Mt Airy Christian Day School Church of God in Christ Preschool–K Philadelphia 4.15 mi
St Athanasius School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.16 mi
New Hope Christian Academy Baptist Preschool–12 Philadelphia 4.23 mi
Bishop McDevitt High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Wyncote 4.24 mi
Ancillae-Assumpta Academy Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Wyncote 4.24 mi
New Medina Learning Institute Islamic K–12 Philadelphia 4.29 mi
St Luke Catholic School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Glenside 4.3 mi
The Bridge Nonsectarian 9–12 Philadelphia 4.33 mi
Frankford Friends School Friends Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.33 mi
Excelsior School Philadelphia Nonsectarian K–5 4.39 mi
Bethel Christian Academy Of Wyncote African Methodist Episcopal K Philadelphia 4.4 mi
Christ The King Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.41 mi
Adelaide Educational Center Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–4 Philadelphia 4.59 mi
St Raymond's Independence Mission Schools Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.67 mi
All Saints Episcopal School Episcopal Preschool–K Philadelphia 4.68 mi
Holy Innocents Area Catholic Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.68 mi
St Raymond Of Penafort School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.71 mi
Archbishop Ryan Academy For The Deaf Roman Catholic Preschool–5 Philadelphia 4.71 mi
St Lucy Day School For Children W Visual Impairment Roman Catholic K–8 Philadelphia 4.71 mi
St Christopher School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.79 mi
Logan Hope School Christian (no specific denomination) K–8 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Calvary Christian Academy Christian (no specific denomination) Preschool–12 Philadelphia 4.89 mi
Archbishop Ryan High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.9 mi
Alpha House Nursery & Kindergarten Roman Catholic K Philadelphia 4.93 mi
Green Tree School Nonsectarian 1–12 Philadelphia 4.93 mi
Nazareth Academy High School Roman Catholic 9–12 Philadelphia 4.99 mi
St Martha Elementary School Roman Catholic Preschool–8 Philadelphia 4.99 mi

© 2025 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.

This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19111), Pennsylvania.

Community Quick Facts

  • Average travel time to work for people in this community: 35
  • Average salary of people in this community: $39,206

Community Summary

  • Population Density (ppl / mile): 14,094
  • Household Size (ppl): 2.78
  • Households w/ Children: 70%

Housing Inventory

  • Owned: 13,936 (52.8%)
  • Rented: 10,315 (39.1%)
  • Vacant: 2,155 (8.2%)
  • Total: 26,406

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 68,113
Households: 24,251
Median Age: 36.70

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature

Education

Highest Level of Education Attained

  • Less than 9th Grade: 6.4%
  • Some High School: 8.5%
  • High School Graduate: 35.3%
  • Some College: 18.7%
  • Associate Degree: 6.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree: 16.8%
  • Graduate Degree: 7.6%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $51,051

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

  • Studio: $774
  • One Bedroom: $840
  • Two Bedroom: $1,026
  • Three Bedroom: $1,334
  • Four Bedroom: $1,399

© 2025 LiveBy. All Rights Reserved.

Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: BHHS Fox & Roach Malvern-Paoli , (610) 647-2600

The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement. The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
Copyright BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved
Listing data as of 10/01/2025.

606 Solly Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-1951

Share on Facebook
Share on X
Pin It
Copy Link
Email It

Broker Compensation

An offer of broker compensation or seller concession is not a guarantee. All compensation offers and concessions are negotiable and subject to written agreement between the parties. Please consult with your real estate agent for more information.