Sold for $785,000 on 03/26/25
$785,000
117 W Springfield Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
5beds
2,532sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,851 Square Feet Lot
$799,000 Zestimate®
$310/sqft
$3,701 Estimated rent
Home value
$799,000
$735,000 - $871,000
$3,701/mo
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What's special
Step into timeless elegance with this stunning 4-bedroom + den, 3-bathroom Victorian twin at 117 W Springfield, nestled on a serene, tree-lined street in the heart of Chestnut Hill. This spacious 2,500 sqft home blends historic charm with comfortable living, featuring a wrap-around porch, original wood floors, and sun-drenched rooms. The cozy living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace, while the elegant formal dining room charms with blue floral wallpaper and a lovely chandelier. The well-appointed kitchen offers wood and tile countertops, a center island, and a new stainless steel stove, to match with your stainless steel dishwasher and refrigerator, and the kitchen is completed with a cozy breakfast nook for casual meals. Upstairs, the second floor includes a spacious bedroom currently used as a family room with a wood-burning fireplace, an office with built-in shelves, and a serene primary suite with ample closet space and a bay window which fills this room with an abundance of northern sunlight. Two additional bedrooms and a charming bathroom with a clawfoot tub complete the third floor. The backyard, shaded by a mature tree, features a brick passageway leading to two rented parking spaces in the rear, accessible by Creffield Street. Ideally located just steps from Germantown Avenue’s vibrant shops and dining and surrounded by the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley, this Chestnut Hill gem offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience—your dream home awaits!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 26, 2025 at 05:01pm
Listed by:
Natalie Kowalchuk 215-837-4151,
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square,
Co-Listing Team: Marc Hammarberg Group, Co-Listing Agent: Lisa Budnick 215-779-0302,
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Bought with:
Natalie Kowalchuk, AB042059A
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Lisa Budnick, RS275806
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2445504
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,532
- Total interior livable area: 2,532 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,532
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On-site - Rent, Parking Fee, On Street, Parking Lot
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around, Porch
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,851 sqft
- Dimensions: 28.00 x 173.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 092158600
- Zoning: RSA3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Masonry
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Contract,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable,Private Financing Available
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2025 | Sold | $785,000$310/sqft |
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| 2/24/2025 | Pending sale | $785,000$310/sqft |
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| 2/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $785,000$310/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,359 +24.4% | $740,000 +24.4% |
| 2024 | $8,329 -6% | $595,000 -6% |
| 2023 | $8,861 +24.1% | $633,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Jenks John S SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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