1025 Westview Avenue
1025 Westview Avenue
$3,000,000
7
7
1
9,977
9,977
$301
Closed 1/27/22
Description
Remarkable for its history, masterful design and meticulous condition, Leeds House was originally conceived for conductor Leopold Stokowski by leading Philadelphia architects Mellor & Meigs. The architects later enlisted Morris E. Leeds to commission their ultimate country house within the city. By 1931, Morris and Hadassah Leeds realized their dream, sparing no expense to create a residence that remains an outstanding example of Norman Revival architecture and artisan craftsmanship. Beautifully...Remarkable for its history, masterful design and meticulous condition, Leeds House was originally conceived for conductor Leopold Stokowski by leading Philadelphia architects Mellor & Meigs. The architects later enlisted Morris E. Leeds to commission their ultimate country house within the city. By 1931, Morris and Hadassah Leeds realized their dream, sparing no expense to create a residence that remains an outstanding example of Norman Revival architecture and artisan craftsmanship. Beautifully sited on 1.25 parklike acres, it offers 7 bedrooms and 7.1 baths. The grand entry hall, three stories high with exposed timbers and second-floor balcony, is dramatic and light-filled. Beautifully proportioned formal rooms, with high ceilings, tall casement windows, fireplaces, and expansive wall spaces for art, encourage entertaining. Yet, this sophisticated 10,000-square-foot house is ideal for everyday living with an open floor plan that includes formal living room and dining room, library/den, and study. A generous gourmet kitchen with a large casual dining area is reached through a spectacular butler's pantry. Upstairs is a wealth of livable space. Most stunning is the master bedroom suite, where sleeping quarters can be awash in light from sunrise to sunset, and a sitting room is an airy retreat. The renovated master bath, finished in basalt, has striking garden views. Two other large en suite bedrooms, each with updated bathrooms, offer "treehouse" views of the grounds. Another second-story wing provides a gallery-style hall leading to rooms well suited for bedrooms, offices, and children's spaces. With kitchenette, two full baths, rear stairwell to the kitchen, and outside entrance, this wing can serve as comfortable guest or staff accommodations. The lush grounds, designed by Harrison, Mertz & Emlen, are bordered in stone walls and laced with specimen trees and shrubs that provide color and visual interest through the seasons. A terrace lawn extends to the heated pool in a private setting. Accessible via stone paths through informal gardens, the lower grounds and lawn are next to Wissahickon Park. On West Mount Airy's best block, Leeds House is a wonderful example of a preeminent Philadelphia home, in exceptional condition, with all the modern amenities. Its enduring architecture, craftsmanship and natural surroundings will be as compelling in 2030 as in 1930. Its unique location, just steps from the beloved Wissahickon Trails, offers a quick commute to center city Philadelphia or drive to Manhattan.
Property Details for 1025 Westview Avenue
Tax ID Number
213115310
OwnershipFee Simple
Condo Coop AssociationNo
HOANo
Structure TypeDetached
StyleNormandy, Tudor
Levels/Stories3
WaterfrontNo
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 02/21/2022 03:07 PM
Property Details for 1025 Westview Avenue
Status | Closed |
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MLS # | PAPH1000896 |
Days on Market | 213 |
Taxes | $26,826 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
Year Built | 1931 |
Lot Size | 1.24 AC / 54,179 SF |
County | Philadelphia County |
Location
Building Information for 1025 Westview Avenue
Stories3Year Built1931Building Size-Lot Size1.24 AC / 54,179 SF
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Property History for 1025 Westview Avenue
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Public Records for 1025 Westview Avenue
Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2023$26,463 ($2,205 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Total Finished SqFt9,977 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,977 SqFtStories3Lot Size54,189 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningRSD1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN21-3-1153-10Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1025 Westview Avenue
This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
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Public - | K to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Henry Charles W School PublicK to 8 | ||
Roxborough High School Public9 to 12 | ||
AMY Northwest Public6 to 8 | ||
Saul W B Agricultural School Public9 to 12 |
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