97 E Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19118

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Address

97 E Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA

Listing Type

ACTIVE

Price

$ 1,695,000

Property Attributes

MLS#PAPH2604614
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status ACTIVE
CountyPHILADELPHIA
CityPhiladelphia
Area19118
NeighborhoodChestnut Hill
Zip19118
StyleColonial
Year Built1925
Taxes$ 8536
Price$ 1,695,000
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms3
Half Bathrooms1
Sqr Footage2940
Lot Size0.22 Acres

Data Source:

Bright MLS

Property Description

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.

High School
Germantown High School

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

General Features

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

Room	Dimensions	Level	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	5 X 8	Main	BUTLER
Primary Bedroom	26 X 14	Upper 1