226 West Willow Grove Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19118

$1,055,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,595 Sq. Ft.
$407 / Sq. Ft.
2,595
Sq. Ft.
$407
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Just what the market has been waiting for…a perfectly located 6 Bedroom 2.5 bath gracious stone twin, two blocks from Germantown Avenue and steps to the St. Martins train station. Built in 1909 and designed by Architect Druckenmiller and Stackhouse, this twin feels like a single with the privacy of a side entryway. You are greeted by a beautiful central foyer with incredible original detail, soaring ceilings and a sweeping open staircase. To your right you are welcomed by a warm and inviting living...Just what the market has been waiting for…a perfectly located 6 Bedroom 2.5 bath gracious stone twin, two blocks from Germantown Avenue and steps to the St. Martins train station. Built in 1909 and designed by Architect Druckenmiller and Stackhouse, this twin feels like a single with the privacy of a side entryway. You are greeted by a beautiful central foyer with incredible original detail, soaring ceilings and a sweeping open staircase. To your right you are welcomed by a warm and inviting living room with a fireplace, an original built in seating nook with bookshelves and wall sconces. Just across from the living room is the dining room with a beautiful Arts and Crafts style green tiled fireplace, beautiful original pocket doors and plenty of space to entertain guests. Just beyond the dining room is a lovely updated eat-in kitchen with ample cabinet space and includes a Butler’s pantry, stainless appliances, Quartz countertops and a back staircase to the second floor. Through the kitchen, you will also find access to the back deck/yard and stairs to the daylight, walk out basement. This area includes a laundry/mudroom area with custom storage/cabinetry, a powder room and a door to the exterior of the house. Back upstairs, follow the main staircase to find three light filled bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. One bedroom was converted into a walk-in closet for the primary bedroom with built-in closets and the existing closet with custom organizer. The 3rd bedroom on this floor currently serves as a second floor TV room/den and offers tons of windows and a beautiful fireplace. The recently renovated hall bath has a tub shower and built-in shelving. The 3rd floor offers three lovely bedrooms and a full bathroom. Other wonderful features of this home include, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, 3 exquisite and one of a kind fireplaces, updated lighting and fixtures, custom blinds and much more! The current owners have lovingly updated the bones of this home with no expense spared. Recent notable upgrades and details include high velocity central air on the 2nd and 3rd floors, upgraded electric and removal of knob and tube wiring throughout, new hot water heater, newer heater and so much more. Outdoors, enjoy the back deck overlooking the private garden and overlooking some of Chestnut Hill’s most beautiful homes. Also enjoy the dreamy open wrap around front/side porch; a perfect spot to relax or entertain guests. The detached stone garage serves as a perfect place for your car or additional storage. Move in, unpack and enjoy this solid stone twin filled with charm, function and convenience! Walk to everything with it’s wonderful location, including the Septa rail lines, steps to Germantown Avenue’s shops and restaurants, walkable to the Wissahickon Park trails, Philadelphia Cricket Club, Pastorius Park, The Morris Arboretum, Woodmere Art Museum and so much more!

Listing Agent

  1. Megan Cornely

    Megan Cornely

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

Tax ID Number
092165100
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 11/20/2023 02:05 PM

Property Details for 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2285608
Days on Market4
Taxes$11,482 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,252 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1900Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,252 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,714 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,758

Property Taxes

$957

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • 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
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Assessed Value: $820,300
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $656,240
  • City Town Tax: $5,181
  • Land Assessed Value: $164,060
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: J48
  • Zoning: RSA1
  • Tax Lot: 60
  • School Tax: $6,300
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,595.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,595.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,595.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full, Partially Finished, Walkout Level, Unfinished, Windows, Workshop
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50.00 x 147.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Parcel ID: 930221
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry, Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Zoned, Ductless/Mini-Split
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Tri-County Suburban REALTORS

Property History for 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$164,060Additions$611,240Total$775,300
Tax Record2023$10,363 ($864 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,595 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,595 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,252 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSA1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN09-2-1651-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 226 West Willow Grove Avenue

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
RatingSchoolTypeGradesDistance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
RatingSchoolDistance
Jenks John S School
PublicK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Saul W B Agricultural School
Public9 to 12

Hill-Freedman World Academy
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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