97 E Bells Mill Road

Philadelphia, PA
$ 1,695,000 Beds 4 Baths 3.5 Sq 2,940 Virtual Tour
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Welcome to this beautifully reimagined Chestnut Hill Center Hall Colonial, where timeless architecture meets thoughtful, high-end renovation throughout. As you arrive, you're greeted by elegant gas lighting that gently illuminates the beautiful stone exterior of the home. Step through the vestibule into a gracious foyer. To your left, you will discover a living room that is truly one-of-a-kind. One of three fireplaces anchors the space, while French doors open to a spectacular covered patio outfitted with an all-weather TV, integrated heat lamps, and a soapstone drink rail around the entire perimeter-an outdoor room that truly functions year-round! A carefully concealed secret office, accessed through a pivoting bookcase on the far living room wall, adds a sense of wonder and functionality rarely found in any home. The elegant dining room features its own wood-burning fireplace and windows on two sides, flowing into a completely renovated kitchen (2018) designed for both beauty and functionality. The kitchen features a copper sink and range hood, black stainless steel appliances, La Cornue range, custom cabinetry and soapstone countertops. An under-counter microwave and wine refrigerator are also features of this room and a butcher block island provides practical prep meal space as well as seating for four. A windowed corner also provides space for a bistro table and a rear door provides easy access to the wrap-around porch and outdoor kitchen with integrated grill. A powder room and access from the kitchen to the basement and garage round out the main floor. Newly installed rich walnut hardwood floors flow throughout the first and second floors, adding warmth and continuity to every room. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite, which stretches from the front to the back of the house, boasts its own fireplace and a fully renovated en-suite bathroom with a large walk-through closet. **All three of the fireplaces in the home have been converted to gas. An additional bedroom and fully updated hall bath complete the second floor, along with the added convenience of a second-floor laundry room. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a large, bright bath with a palladian window and a vaulted dormer ceiling that creates a bright and beautiful wet room for bathing and showering. Beautiful marble tile also serves to elevate the space. The entire third floor level is newly finished with warm cork flooring. A horseshoe driveway complete with integrated drainage protects the home from water infiltration and the large basement affords an abundance of storage. An additional space was dug out and given a concrete floor at the rear of the home, inside the decorative grape arbor, to create flex space for a potting shed, a workshop or additional storage. A copper sprinkler system-both beautiful and functional- provides water on demand to the lush surrounding grounds. A charming grape arbor and multiple hanging planters adorn the front of the attached two-car garage and elsewhere around the home. The home sits on a beautifully landscaped .22-acre lot with front, rear, and side yards, offering privacy, borrowed landscape views, and the kind of outdoor living space dreamed of in Chestnut Hill. In addition to the custom grape arbor, the rear yard features a sunken fire pit surrounded by flagstone and incredible overhead lighting which provides the perfect place to gather with friends. This home is mere steps from the trailhead of Wissahickon Valley Park and roughly a 15-minute walk from the center of Chestnut Hill with its charming boutiques and myriad dining experiences. This one-of-a-kind property delivers space, character, and modern comfort in equal measure. Great home, great location, great neighborhood.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,695,000
  • City
  • Philadelphia
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • PHILADELPHIA
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • 19118
  • Lot Size
  • 0.22 Acres
  • Zip
  • 19118
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,940
  • Year Built
  • 1925
  • Taxes
  • $ 8536
  • Style
  • Colonial
  • MLS#
  • PAPH2604614
Listed By: Melissa Schweiter Oeth with Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty - 6102299011;
Data Source: Bright MLS

Features

General

Living Area 2940
Sewer On Site Septic
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Possession 0-30 Days CD,31-60 Days CD
Roof Pitched,Shingle,Metal
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer - Front Loading,Dryer - Front Loading
Zoning RSD1
Garage Spaces 2.00
Patio/Porch Features Porch(es)
Architectural Style Colonial
Construction Materials Stone
School District PHILADELPHIA CITY
Year Built 1925
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Levels 3
Tax Year 2016
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel Electric
Accessibility None
County PHILADELPHIA
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name CHESTNUT HILL
Facing Direction Southwest
Garage Y/N Yes
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade
Total Rooms 9
Full Baths 3
Status ACTIVE
Directions Follow GPS to 97 E Bells Mill Road
City PHILADELPHIA
Disclosures Lead Based Paint - State,Prop Disclosure
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area 19118 (19118)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 9400.00
Tax Assessed Value 609800.0
Tax Annual Amount 8536.0
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 576.53
Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://visithome.ai/mgg9dApEMcCvDiioeRmCN7?mu=ft&t=1780947219
Total SQFT 2940
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Estimated
Tax Lot 126

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Wainscotting,Wood Floors
Heating Fuel Oil
Basement Full,Unfinished,Outside Entrance
Flooring Wood,Tile/Brick
Hot Water Electric
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Heating Y/N Yes
Window Features Double Hung,Palladian,Storm,Wood Frame
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 2940
Half Baths 1
Central Air Y/N Yes
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Bedroom 1,Other
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Laundry Type Basement
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 4
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 2
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 3 2
Bathrooms Half Main Level 1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 3 1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 2
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels 3
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 3 1.00
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 2.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels 3
Above Grade Finished Area Source Estimated
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Street Lights
Pool No Pool
Parking Features Circular Driveway,Lighted Parking
Lot Features Irregular,Front Yard,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Water Source Public
Total Parking Spaces 6
Garage Features Garage Door Opener,Garage - Front Entry,Inside Access
Type of Parking Attached Garage,Off Street
Land Use Code B48
Foundation Details Stone
Water View Y/N No
Lot Size Acres 0.22
Lot Size Source Estimated
Waterfront Y/N No
Door Features French,Six Panel
Land Assessed Value 263200.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
# of Attached Garage Spaces 2
Off Street - # of Spaces 4

Room Details

Bedroom 1 14 X 11 Upper 1
Bedroom 3 12 X 16 Upper 3
Dining Room 16 X 13 Main
Kitchen 11 X 13 Main Kitchen - Electric Cooking
Living Room 26 X 14 Main
Other 11 X 10 Upper 3 FIFTH
Other # 2 5 X 8 Main BUTLER
Primary Bedroom 26 X 14 Upper 1

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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$3,786

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Based on the average sale price from the Columbia, MD office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Germantown High School

Price History

6/5/2026 Listed $1,695,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 19118

Price
AVG $1.73M
$1.7M
Taxes
AVG $17,614
$8,536
Year Built
AVG 1942
1925

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97 E Bells Mill Road Philadelphia, PA is a Single Family Home for sale at $1695000 with 2940 sqft and a lot size of 0.22 Acres Acre(s). 97 E Bells Mill Road Philadelphia has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1925. The property's zip code is 19118 which is in Philadelphia, PA

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