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8840 STENTON AVE Philadelphia, PA 19118
8 Beds
8 Baths
6,981 SqFt
Key Details
Sold Price $1,082,500
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,981 sqft
Price per Sqft $155
Subdivision Chestnut Hill
MLS Listing ID PAPH1002372
Sold Date 09/30/21
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 8
Full Baths 7
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 6,981
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1871
Annual Tax Amount $6,495
Tax Year 2021
Lot Size 0.659 Acres
Acres 0.66
Lot Dimensions 178.86 x 160.47
Property Description
Opportunity knocks at this very special and unique property! 8840 Stenton Avenue is a Victorian stone Masterpiece that was built for John Story Jenks 1887 by the founder of Penn School of Architecture, T.P. Chandler. This is the perfect opportunity for a multi-generational family (possible In-law or nanny suite) or just a wonderful single family home; the possibilities are endless. You are greeted by an expansive covered front porch, followed by a grand entrance hall with original wood staircase and moldings, flanked by the living room, parlor and an elegant dining room. Other details include, soaring ceilings, gracious light-filled spaces throughout, incredible original detail, beautiful millwork, 54 distinctive windows, 7 exquisite fireplaces and hardwood floors throughout. The grand dining room is light filled and is adorned by so many wonderful details like the built in corner cabinetry, beamed ceilings, leaded glass windows and tons of wonderful natural light. Enjoy two choices of living spaces, the cozy parlor with a fireplace, built-ins with leaded glass doors and a bay window with a window seat. The other living area is light filled with a working fireplace and access to the back porch and garden. The renovated Chef's eat-in kitchen is equipped with tons of cabinet space, Quartz countertops, high-end appliances and access to two Butlers pantries for additional storage and workspace. Beyond the kitchen, you will find the room referred to as the Annex where you will find plenty of space for an eating area, mudroom, original built in cabinetry and a bathroom. This area leads you to the 2nd floor Nanny/in-law suite and to the back garden and parking area of the driveway. The second floor offers 3 incredibly spacious and sun drenched bedroom suites each with its own bathroom/suites including a lovely larger suite with its own staircase to the first floor. Three additional bedrooms and two bathrooms complete the third floor. Other features include an elevator with newer mechanics and inspected yearly, zoned central air, two brand new heaters, tons of driveway parking, walk out basement and much more! The home is situated high off of the street which creates a private setting. Walk to EVERYTHING with it's Top of the Hill location, including the R8 & R7 Septa rail lines, steps to Germantown Avenue's shops and restaurants, walkable to the Wissahickon trails, the Morris Arboretum, Woodmere Art Museum and so much more!
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19118 (19118)
Zoning RSD1
Rooms
Basement Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Interior
Interior Features 2nd Kitchen, Butlers Pantry, Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Wood, Tile/Brick, Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Fireplaces Number 7
Fireplace Y
Window Features Bay/Bow
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Utilities Available Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable TV
Water Access N
Roof Type Slate
Accessibility Elevator
Garage N
Building
Story 3
Sewer On Site Septic
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools John Story Jenks School
Middle Schools John Story Jenks School
High Schools Germantown
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Pets Allowed N
Senior Community No
Tax ID 091254405
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Special Listing Condition Standard
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