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42 W Bells Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, 19118

$2,495,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

7 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths, 1 Partial
5,175 SqFt
$482/SqFt
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42 W Bells Mill Rd, Philadelphia$2,495,000

Buyer Closing Credits

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1922
HeatingForced Air, Hot Water
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas/Propane
MLS #PAPH2400306
Lot Size2.70 Acres
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 42 W Bells Mill Rd

Welcome to “The Firs,” an iconic 1922 George Howe masterpiece on Bells Mill Road in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia. This beautiful Norman manor sits on 2.7 acres abutting Fairmount Park and Wissahickon creek. Howe, a world-renowned architect and Chestnut Hill resident, studied at L’Ecole Des Beaux Arts in Paris and designed this house as a smaller, more functional replica of his own home “High Hollow” above it on Hampton Road. A cobblestone-paved courtyard removes you from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The house revels in a light-filled southwestern exposure, and in addition to offering an incredibly functional floor plan, you’ll find a stable, a two-car garage with studio apartment, fabulous patio, rustic springhouse and gorgeous landscaping as far as the eye can see. On the first floor, you’ll find a lovely living room and dining room, each with floor to ceiling windows and gas fireplaces, a study, a wonderful kitchen with granite island, countertops and kitchen table and a kitchen garden and first floor powder room. Downstairs you’ll find a gym with sauna, a workbench and mudroom. The second floor boasts a primary bedroom suite with floor to ceiling windows and a stunning bathroom, along with three other bedrooms/studies and two full baths. The third floor offers three additional bedrooms and one full bath. Exquisite Yellin iron work on the staircase connects all the floors. The property is fenced for privacy with direct entry into Fairmount Park for access to trails and the Wissahickon. Come see for yourself, why inside and out, “The Firs” is a treasured Chestnut Hill gem.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Normandy
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Living Area: 5,175 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 298-9415
  • Listing Agent: Ellen Hass

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Partially Carpeted, Stone, Wood
  • Interior: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island
  • Fireplace: Gas/Propane

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 7

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener, Detached Garage, Driveway

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 2.70 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Roxborough High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences, Public District Grades KG-8

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Germantown Avenue to Bells Mill Road

Municipality:

  • Philadelphia

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $2,495,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $482/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $17,948
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$261.8K

Med. Price/SqFt

$199

Avg. Days On Market

44

# of Sold Homes

1056

42 W Bells Mill Rd vs Philadelphia

26 DAYS ON ROCKET

-18 Days

$2,495,000

+$2.2M More

$482/SqFt

+$283 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $2.2M more than the Median Sold Price and $283/SqFt more than other homes in Philadelphia, PA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #PAPH2400306

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (215) 298-9415
  • Listing Agent: Ellen Hass

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Nov 07, 2014Home Sold
$1,130,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$17,948 -
2019$19,388$1,385,100
2018$14,552$1,039,600
2017$14,552$1,039,600

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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6
/10
  • Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences

  • 8301 Germantown Ave

  • 1.14 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-8

High School

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2
/10
  • Roxborough High School

  • 6498 Ridge Ave

  • 2.93 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $82,165. Most Philadelphia, PA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 42 W Bells Mill Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 42 W Bells Mill Rd property is $2,495,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 42 W Bells Mill Rd is a house located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19118.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 42 W Bells Mill Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 42 W Bells Mill Rd are:
Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
Roxborough High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $17,948 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on November 7, 2014 for $1,130,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 42 W Bells Mill Rd has 7 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 42 W Bells Mill Rd is 5,175 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 42 W Bells Mill Rd is 1922.

Rocket HomesPennsylvaniaPhiladelphia CountyPhiladelphia1911842 W Bells Mill Rd

This home is located at 42 W Bells Mill Rd in Philadelphia, PA and zip code 19118 in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. This 5,175 square foot home, which was built in 1922, sits on a 2.70 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,495,000.

In October 2024 more than 252 listings in Philadelphia, PA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 237 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 567 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Philadelphia, PA increased by 9.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. In October 2024, listings were on the market for 44 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $261,807.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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