Last Sold Price
6 beds4,576 sqft$226/sqft
51 E Bells Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19118

Description

Classic 1927 stone Cotswold colonial with slate roof has been restored and upgraded with sensitive respect for the original character. State-of-the-art kitchen with marble and maple counters, a five seat breakfast bar and top-of-the-line appliances. Refinished floors. Recent interior paint. Back flagstone patio overlooks impressive one acre sweeping lawn. Six bedrooms, office, sunroom, three full baths, two partial baths. Walk to shops, Fairmount Park, restaurants and arboretum. This is a beauty....Classic 1927 stone Cotswold colonial with slate roof has been restored and upgraded with sensitive respect for the original character. State-of-the-art kitchen with marble and maple counters, a five seat breakfast bar and top-of-the-line appliances. Refinished floors. Recent interior paint. Back flagstone patio overlooks impressive one acre sweeping lawn. Six bedrooms, office, sunroom, three full baths, two partial baths. Walk to shops, Fairmount Park, restaurants and arboretum. This is a beauty. Quick settlement okay!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/18/2004 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Janet Lippincott • BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
    P: (215) 248-6523 janet.lippincott@foxroach.com

Property Details for 51 East Bells Mill Road

Status
MLS #
PAPH209442
Days on Market
11
Taxes
$11,749 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1927
Lot Size
1.18 AC / 51,309 SF
Tax ID Number
091141000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
3+
Waterfront
No
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
CHESTNUT HILL
Subdivision
CHESTNUT HILL (PHILADELPHIA PA)
Cross Street
GERMANTOWN
Municipality
PHILADELPHIA
Total Parking Spaces
4
Central Air
No
Basement
Yes
Room Count
14
Above Grade Finished SQFT
4,576.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Construction Completed
No
Property Condition
Good

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Median sold price

$1,300,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

102.0%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill

Sold By Eichler & Moffly Inc*

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Building Information for 51 East Bells Mill Road

Stories-Year Built1927Building Size-Lot Size1.18 AC / 51,309 SF

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Property Information for 51 East Bells Mill Road

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19118 (19118)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2004
  • Tax Assessed Value: $156,384
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $104,363
  • Land Assessed Value: $52,021
  • Land Use Code: C48
  • Zoning: RES
  • Tax Lot: 62
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
Upper Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Other
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 15
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 17
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 19 X 22
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 16 X 17
Room 5
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 9 X 19
  • Room Description: SUNROOM
Room 6
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 20
  • Room Description: 5TH BR
Room 7
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 17
  • Room Description: 6TH BR
Room 8
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 15 X 23
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 13 X 15
Room 10
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 14 X 17
  • Room Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Kitchen - Electric Cooking, Island, Double Sink
Room 11
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 26.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Dimensions: 11 X 26
  • Room Description: ENTRY HA
Room 12
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Unspecified
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2000
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,576.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Total SQFT: 4,576.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Slate
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 3
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 86X440
  • Lot Features: Sloping, Rear Yard
  • Fencing: Other
  • Sign On Property: Yes
  • Parcel ID: 928030
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Primary Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Treat System, Stall Shower, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor, Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit
  • Heating Type: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Philadelphia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 51 East Bells Mill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 18, 2004

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH209442

$1,035,000
Oct 8, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #239771270

$1,035,000
Oct 4, 2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #239771269

$1,035,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/18/2004

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH209442

$1,035,000
10/08/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #239771270

$1,035,000
10/04/2004

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #239771269

$1,035,000

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Public Records for 51 East Bells Mill Road

Taxable ValueLand$344,667Additions$165,333Total$510,000
Home Facts
Beds6Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,576 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,576 SqFtStories3Lot Size51,309 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1927Year Renovated1927ZoningRSD1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN77-5767100

Schools near 51 East Bells Mill Road

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jenks John S School
PublicK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Lankenau High School
Public9 to 12

Saul W B Agricultural School
Public9 to 12

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