Address

8840 Stenton Avenue Philadelphia, PA

Type

Single Family

Price

$ 1,195,000

Property Attributes

MLS#PAPH1002372
TypeSingle Family
CountyPHILADELPHIA
CityPhiladelphia
Area19118
NeighborhoodCHESTNUT HILL
Zip19118
StyleVictorian
Year Built1871
Taxes6495
Price$ 1,195,000
Bedrooms8
Full Bathrooms7
Half Bathrooms1
Sqr Footage6981
Lot Size0.66 Acres

Listing Provided Courtesy Of:

Compass Pennsylvania, LLC

Data Source:

Bright MLS

Property Description

Opportunity knocks at this very special and unique property! 8840 Stenton Avenue is a Victorian stone Masterpiece that was built for John Story Jenks 1887 by the founder of Penn School of Architecture, T.P. Chandler. This is the perfect opportunity for a multi-generational family (possible In-law or nanny suite) or just a wonderful single family home; the possibilities are endless. You are greeted by an expansive covered front porch, followed by a grand entrance hall with original wood staircase and moldings, flanked by the living room, parlor and an elegant dining room. Other details include, soaring ceilings, gracious light-filled spaces throughout, incredible original detail, beautiful millwork, 54 distinctive windows, 7 exquisite fireplaces and hardwood floors throughout. The grand dining room is light filled and is adorned by so many wonderful details like the built in corner cabinetry, beamed ceilings, leaded glass windows and tons of wonderful natural light. Enjoy two choices of living spaces, the cozy parlor with a fireplace, built-ins with leaded glass doors and a bay window with a window seat. The other living area is light filled with a working fireplace and access to the back porch and garden. The renovated Chef's eat-in kitchen is equipped with tons of cabinet space, Quartz countertops, high-end appliances and access to two Butler’s pantries for additional storage and workspace. Beyond the kitchen, you will find the room referred to as the “Annex” where you will find an additional small kitchen, plenty of space for an eating area, mudroom, original built in cabinetry and a bathroom. This area leads you to the 2nd floor Nanny/in-law suite and to the back garden and parking area of the driveway. The second floor offers 3 incredibly spacious and sun drenched bedroom suites each with its own bathroom/suites including a lovely larger suite with its own staircase to the first floor. Three additional bedrooms and a kitchenette complete the third floor. Other features include an elevator with newer mechanics and inspected yearly, zoned central air, two brand new heaters, tons of driveway parking, walk out basement and much more! This home has been operating as the Silverstone Bed and Breakfast for the last several years. The owners are permitted to use two of the bedroom suites as guest rooms. The home is situated high off of the street which creates a private setting. Walk to EVERYTHING with it's Top of the Hill location, including the R8 & R7 Septa rail lines, steps to Germantown Avenue's shops and restaurants, walkable to the Wissahickon trails, the Morris Arboretum, Woodmere Art Museum and so much more!

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
John Story Jenks School Elementary School	John Story Jenks School Middle School	Germantown High School

Price History
4/6/2021	Listed $1,195,000

General Features

Accessibility	Elevator
Architectural Style	Victorian
Association Y/N	No
Bathrooms Count Main Level	2.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level	1
Condo/Coop Association Y/N	No
Construction Materials	Stone
Cool Fuel	Natural Gas
Cooling	Central A/C
County	PHILADELPHIA
Days on Market	15
Elementary School	JOHN STORY JENKS SCHOOL
Flooring	Wood, Tile/Brick, Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Garage Y/N	No
Heating	Forced Air
High School	GERMANTOWN
High School District	THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Historic Y/N	No
Interior Features	2nd Kitchen, Butlers Pantry, Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Levels	3
MLS Area	19118 (19118)
Middle/Junior High School	JOHN STORY JENKS SCHOOL
New Construction	No
Other Structures	Above Grade, Below Grade
Ownership	Fee Simple
Parking Features	Circular Driveway
Possession	90-120 Days CD
Price Per Sq Ft	171.18
Property Type	Residential
Roof	Slate
Senior Community Y/N	No
Sewer	On Site Septic
Structure Type	Detached
Subdivision Name	CHESTNUT HILL
Tax Annual Amount	6495.0
Tax Lot	44
Tax Year	2020
Utilities	Natural Gas Available, Electric Available, Cable TV
Vacation Rental Y/N	No
Water Access Y/N	No
Zoning	RSD1

Interior Features

Above Grade Finished Area	6981
Above Grade Finished Area Source	Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Basement	Outside Entrance, Unfinished
Basement Y/N	Yes
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels	6
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1	4.00
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2	2.00
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels	6
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1	4
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2	2
Bathrooms Half Main Level	1
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels	8
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1	5
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2	3
Below Grade Finished Area Source	Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type	Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin Area Units	Square Feet
Below Grade Unfin Sqft Source	Assessor
Central Air Y/N	Yes
Fireplace Y/N	Yes
Full Baths	7
Half Baths	1
Heating Fuel	Natural Gas
Heating Y/N	Yes
Hot Water	Natural Gas
Laundry Type	Upper Floor
Living Area	6981
Number of Elevators	1
Total Baths	8
Total Bedrooms	8
Total Fireplaces	7
Window Features	Bay/Bow

Exterior Features

Lot Dimensions	178.86 x 160.47
Lot Size Acres	0.66
Lot Size Source	Assessor
Lot Size Square Feet	28702.00
Navigable Water Y/N	No
Pool Y/N	No Pool
Type of Parking	Driveway
Water Oriented Y/N	No
Water Source	Public
Water View Y/N	No
Waterfront Y/N	No