The advent of the commuter rail line to Germantown, brought Philadelphia's own Gilded Age into more bucolic settings. This extraordinary Queen Anne Victorian single, built circa 1887 for Joseph S. Perot; and home to Governor Martin Brumbaugh from 1912-1924, sits among other significant properties that make up Germantown's Tulpehocken Station Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places. 254 W Walnut Lane is architecturally intact, mechanically updated, and a powerful statement of place. Approach the "Dutch-style" front door from the wrap around covered porch and enter the spacious entry hall with elegant turned staircase. Straight back past the back staircase is the large, eat-in kitchen and rear pantry room. To the right of the entry is the dining room, living room, and library. Upstairs is a large sitting room, typical of how Americans lived during Victorian times, and perfect for today's tv room. In addition , there are three bedrooms and two full baths. The third floor has five more bedrooms and two more baths. The stone construction, half acre of land, beamed ceilings, distinctive wood paneling, carved fireplace mantels, built-in bookcases in several rooms, and tall ceilings- 10 foot on the first floor - all make the house irreplaceable. House will be ready at the end of June for showings. Photos to follow . The next owner has a deep respect for history, and is ready to make some history of their own .
Sold for $725,000 on 05/16/25
$725,000
254 W Walnut Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19144
8beds
6,175sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1889
0.58 Acres Lot
$633,100 Zestimate®
$117/sqft
$3,867 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 16, 2025 at 05:09pm
Listed by:
Janice Manzi 215-680-7616,
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Bought with:
Isaac Thrupp, RS346541
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2363368

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiator, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Butlers Pantry, Exposed Beams, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Eat-in Kitchen, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,175
- Total interior livable area: 6,175 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,175
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
- Dimensions: 109.00 x 231.00
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 593061660
- Zoning: RSD1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Pitched,Shingle,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Germantown
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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