31 West Bells Mill Road

31 West Bells Mill Road

Philadelphia, PA 19118

$1,500,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
5
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
6,702 Sq. Ft.
$224 / Sq. Ft.
6,702
Sq. Ft.
$224
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 4/8/24

Closed 4/8/24

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Description

Welcome to Sugar Loaf Orchard Estate, nestled in the unique and charming Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia comprised of two recently subdivided lots. The combined property of 29 & 31 W. Bells Mill Road , established in 1918, offers 4.8 acres, a manor house, carriage house, and the remains of both a large greenhouse and ice house, all tucked away in a private setting with access confirmed by a recorded Easement Agreement with Chestnut Hill College, a university offering private security. In its...Welcome to Sugar Loaf Orchard Estate, nestled in the unique and charming Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia comprised of two recently subdivided lots. The combined property of 29 & 31 W. Bells Mill Road , established in 1918, offers 4.8 acres, a manor house, carriage house, and the remains of both a large greenhouse and ice house, all tucked away in a private setting with access confirmed by a recorded Easement Agreement with Chestnut Hill College, a university offering private security. In its heyday, Sugar Loaf was one of the great Philadelphia estates with the grounds designed by Ellen Shipman (1869-1950), a prominent early 20th Century American landscape architect. The 6700 sqft Main house, designed by Philadelphia architecture firm Martin and Kirkpatrick, has a slate roof, 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, south facing living and dining rooms with fireplaces and bay windows, a side porch, library with fireplace, kitchen and lovely entryway. Upstairs you’ll find a primary suite with a sleeping porch, 3 more bedrooms with full baths, an au pair or in-law suite with an entrance off the second floor or from the kitchen, and a third floor bedroom, sitting room and bathroom, The carriage house has a 3-car garage and was once split into two apartments and could remain as such or be combined into one home. Mature trees and lush greenery adorn both lots, creating a serene and private atmosphere. The potential for beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor living spaces is abundant. Whether you are a developer or an end user, all buildings and the grounds require a loving restoration and each has its own character and potential, offering versatility and endless possibilities. Additionally, 29 & 31 w. Bells Mill is in walking distance of Woodmere Art Museum, the Morris Arboretum, the trails of the Wissahickon Valley, Chestnut Hill ‘s main business district with its great shopping and dining, Septa trains, schools, the Pa Turnpike and the Blue Route/ 476. (The tax ids for each lot are: 31 W. Bells Mill - #: 092237814 and 29 W. Bells Mill - 092237812) The premises to be sold in "AS IS, where is, and with all faults condition.” Don't miss the chance to own a piece of this wonderful neighborhood. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and explore the endless potential of 29 & 31 W. Bells Mill Road.
  1. Listed by Ellen Hass • Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
    P: 2158708484 ellen@kurfiss.com
  2. Listed by NINA FURIA • Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty
    P: 2024945255 nina@kurfiss.com

Property Details for 31 West Bells Mill Road

Tax ID Number
092237814
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
2.5
Waterfront
No

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/09/2024 12:01 AM

Property Details for 31 West Bells Mill Road

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH2281676
Days on Market98
Taxes$29,869 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1918
Lot Size5.14 AC / 223,730 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 31 West Bells Mill Road

Stories-Year Built1918Building Size-Lot Size5.14 AC / 223,730 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,675 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,186

Property Taxes

$2,489

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 31 West Bells Mill Road

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
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,133,800
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $587,040
  • City Town Tax: $13,441
  • Land Assessed Value: $1,546,760
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: B48
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Zoning: RSD1
  • Tax Lot: 112
  • School Tax: $16,428
  • School Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 6
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 5
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Rooms
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 6,702.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 6,702.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: West
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Roof: Slate
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8026/4353/9096/802643539096_512_384_WM_9MvE5mvLkM-_KZMu.jpg
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Solid Hardwood, Partially Carpeted
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-2
  • # Bathrooms Full: 5
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Partly Wooded, Sloping
  • Parcel ID: 25223013
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Other
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 5
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Hung
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Stone Retaining Walls
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: None
  • Heating Type: 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 31 West Bells Mill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
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Public Records for 31 West Bells Mill Road

Taxable ValueLand$433,920Additions$1,012,480Total$1,446,400
Tax Record2021$20,246 ($1,687 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt6,702 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,702 SqFtStories3Lot Size223,730 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSD1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN092237810Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 31 West Bells Mill Road

This home is within Philadelphia City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Jenks John S School
Public - K to 8
Roxborough High School
Public - 9 to 12
Lankenau High School
Public - 9 to 12
Saul W B Agricultural School
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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