3-5 E Chestnut Hill Avenue

Philadelphia, PA
$ 2,000,000 Beds 3 Baths 4 Sq 3,780
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Rich with original charm and architectural detail, this historic Top of the Hill gem is ready for its next chapter. Properties of this caliber, in this location, with this much character and potential do not come along often. This rare opportunity includes two (2) parcels known as 3 and 5 East Chestnut Hill Avenue. Set on a beautiful 0.51 acre corner lot, they are just steps away from the charming shops and neighborhood restaurants on the Avenue. Two train lines into center city and the hiking trails of the Wissahickon are a few blocks away making everything walkable. Known as Philadelphias Garden District, Chestnut Hill is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The district includes the Stagecoach Theater, the Morris Arboretum and two Woodmere museums, and has its own Conservancy, community association, and public library. The district hosts dozens of street fairs and community events all year long. 3 East Chestnut Hill Avenue is currently an empty lot zoned for a single-family home and a detached garage. A buyer could keep this lot as open space, build a large, single-family home to sell or rent, or perhaps build a smaller home for use by extended family or as a personal studio. A purchaser of this property has options; they can choose to build a home of their own design or utilize the city-approved plans developed by the seller in conjunction with a premier local design-build firm. This is a dig-ready project with two completed home designs of varying square footage. Both designs include a detached garage and off-street parking that lead into a large open kitchen with mudroom, Butlers Pantry and custom hutch with coffee bar. 5 East Chestnut Hill Avenue contains the original mansion, an architectural favorite in Chestnut Hill. It is beloved for its stunning curb appeal, soaring windows, pretty 3rd-floor reliefs and spectacular roof line. Built in 1865 of Wissahickon schist, it is often referred to as the Samuel Austin house after the developer responsible for building many of the Italianate-style buildings nearby. The house was designed to overlook the prestigious corner of Germantown and Chestnut Hill Avenues, and the third floor of the home still offers sweeping views of surrounding towns and valleys. It was formerly owned by renowned architect Norman Hulme, and Chestnut Hill Academy founder Joshua Owen. Over the years it has served as a suite of physicians offices and then residential apartments until its last sale in 2022. The purchaser of this property could restore this impressive the home using their own designs or utilize the city-approved plans developed by the seller and a local design-build team. The elegant yet family-centric home design includes an entry level a 2-car garage, a deVOL-inspired English kitchen and Butlers Pantry, an indulgent primary suite, and a 300 sqft veranda off the second level. Theres also a bonus room with a Speakeasy entry that will make a great theater, fitness studio, wine cellar, or even a guest bedroom with a kitchenette. This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercial or residential buyer to bring new life to a historic Chestnut Hill gem. The properties are ready for a buyer who appreciates history, character, and the rare chance to create a dream residence in an unbeatable location. Completed and approved floor plans, elevations, renderings, material design options, construction documents, land surveys, land studies, permits and variances related to this work are all available upon request

ACTIVE

  • Price
  • $ 2,000,000
  • City
  • Philadelphia
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • PHILADELPHIA
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Area
  • 19118
  • Lot Size
  • 0.51 Acres
  • Zip
  • 19118
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,780
  • Year Built
  • 1930
  • Taxes
  • $ 7201
  • Style
  • Victorian
  • MLS#
  • PAPH2620922
Listed By: Damon C. Michels with KW Main Line - Narberth - 6106683400;
Data Source: Bright MLS

Features

General

Living Area 3780
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating None
Cooling None
Possession Negotiable
Zoning RSD3
Patio/Porch Features Porch(es)
Architectural Style Victorian
Construction Materials Masonry
School District THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Year Built 1930
Levels 3
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Cool Fuel None
Accessibility None
County PHILADELPHIA
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name CHESTNUT HILL
Garage Y/N No
Water Access Y/N No
Other Structures Above Grade,Below Grade
Full Baths 3
Status ACTIVE
Directions Corner of Germantown and East Chestnut Hill Ave
City PHILADELPHIA
Senior Community Y/N No
MLS Area 19118 (19118)
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 22200.00
Tax Assessed Value 514500.0
Tax Annual Amount 7201.0
Property Condition Major Rehab Needed
Structure Type Detached
Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N No
Bathrooms Count Main Level 1.00
Price Per Sq Ft Total AG 529.1
Vacation Rental Y/N No
Total SQFT 3780
Standard Status Active
Year Built Source Assessor
Tax Lot 14

Interior Features

Heating Fuel Natural Gas Available
Basement Unfinished
Hot Water Natural Gas
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 3780
Half Baths 2
Central Air Y/N No
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Bedroom 2,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Breakfast Room,Great Room,Laundry,Mud Room,Office,Recreation Room,Storage Room,Bathroom 2,Bathroom 3,Primary Bathroom,Half Bath
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Below Grade Unfin Area Units Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels 3
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 1
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 2
Bathrooms Half Main Level 1
Bathrooms Half Lower Level 1 1
Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels 1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 2
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 1
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels 3
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 2.00
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 1.00
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 1.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels 3
Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels 1
Above Grade Finished Area Source Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type Square Feet
Total Baths 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Street Lights,Sidewalks
Pool No Pool
Lot Features Front Yard,Rear Yard,SideYard(s)
Water Source Public
Total Parking Spaces 4
Type of Parking Driveway
Land Use Code CA0
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Water View Y/N No
Lot Dimensions 148.00 x 150.00
Lot Size Acres 0.51
Lot Size Source Assessor
Waterfront Y/N No
Land Assessed Value 154350.00
Navigable Water Y/N No
Water Oriented Y/N No
LotDimensionsSource Assessor

Room Details

Bathroom 2 Upper 2
Bathroom 3 Upper 2
Bedroom 2 Upper 2
Bedroom 3 Upper 2
Breakfast Room Main
Dining Room Main
Great Room Main
Half Bath Main
Half Bath # 2 Lower 1
Kitchen Main
Laundry Lower 1
Mud Room Lower 1
Office Upper 1
Primary Bathroom Upper 1
Primary Bedroom Upper 1
Recreation Room Lower 1
Storage Room Lower 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

5/16/2026 Listed $2,000,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 19118

Price
AVG $1.73M
$2M
Taxes
AVG $17,614
$7,201
Year Built
AVG 1942
1930
Visits
AVG 748
190
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3-5 E Chestnut Hill Avenue Philadelphia, PA is a Single Family Home for sale at $2000000 with 3780 sqft and a lot size of 0.51 Acres Acre(s). 3-5 E Chestnut Hill Avenue Philadelphia has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1930. The property's zip code is 19118 which is in Philadelphia, PA

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