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  • $1,558,600

    235 Rex Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118

    4beds
    3,458sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1886
    5,967 Square Feet Lot
    $1,558,600 Zestimate®
    $451/sqft
    $5,034 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,558,600

    $1.37M - $1.78M

    $5,034/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Charming and enchanting, this beautifully renovated and updated 19th Century Chestnut Hill farmhouse will captivate you from the moment you walk in. Deep window sills and window seats, gorgeous hardwood and pine floors throughout, generous room sizes, high ceilings and custom moldings are just some of the timeless features of this meticulously maintained home. Thoughtfully and carefully renovated in recent years, this is a fabulous home for both formal and informal entertaining yet with everyday living in mind. The main floor features a large living room highlighted by a gas fireplace, cozy library with built-ins and a family room with wet bar. The eat-in kitchen offers granite counters, subway tile backsplash, ceramic tile flooring, and Bosch and JennAir stainless appliances. The handsome dining room includes a gas fireplace, built-ins and two sets of doors that open to a delightful sun porch overlooking a serene rear yard enhanced by a flagstone patio, specimen plantings and a small pond. Bright and airy with windows that bring the outside in, the inviting master suite overlooks the majestic rear yard and offers a tray ceiling with recessed lighting, an updated limestone bath and both a walk-in and a double closet. Three additional bedrooms, one with ensuite bath, and another full bath round out the upper levels of this home. Additional assets include central air, neutral decor, updated baths, recessed and custom lighting, Buderus heater new in 2010, custom window treatments, mudroom, security system, waterproofed basement, generous storage and closet space and a rear shed. Located on a very desirable Chestnut Hill street within easy walking distance of the Wissahickon trails, Shoppes of Chestnut Hill, dining and public transportation, this special home awaits the most discriminating buyer.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional, Master Bath(s), Crown Moldings, Recessed Lighting, Built-Ins, Wet/Dry Bar, CeilngFan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stall Shower
    • Flooring: Tile, Other, Hardwood
    • Basement: Finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 3,458 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stucco
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 5,967 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 092221900

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
    Materials
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Year built: 1886

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia

    Other

    Other facts
    • Appliances: Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Heating YN: Y
    • Interior Features: Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional, Master Bath(s), Crown Moldings, Recessed Lighting, Built-Ins, Wet/Dry Bar, CeilngFan(s), Stain/Lead Glass, Kitchen - Eat-In, Stall Shower
    • Property Type: Residential
    • Bathrooms Half: 1
    • Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
    • Structure Type: Detached
    • Bathrooms Full: 3
    • Heating Type: Hot Water
    • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0
    • Construction Materials: Other, Masonry
    • Tax Lot: 68
    • Below Grade Unfin SQFT: 0
    • Architectural Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
    • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 3458
    • Standard Status: Active
    • Parking Features: Stone Driveway
    • Pool: No Pool
    • Type of Parking: Off Street
    • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
    • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3458
    • Municipal Trash Y/N: Y
    • County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
    • County Tax: 0.00
    • Tax Annual Amount: 11571.45

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/3/2019Sold$775,000-3%$224/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/4/2019Price change$799,000-4.8%$231/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #PAPH722510 Report a problem
    3/26/2019Price change$839,000-6.3%$243/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate #PAPH722510 Report a problem
    3/14/2019Listed for sale$895,000+9.8%$259/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams Real Estate-Bl #PAPH722510 Report a problem
    9/2/2014Sold$815,000-1.2%$236/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/19/2014Pending sale$825,000$239/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill #6379448 Report a problem
    6/2/2014Price change$825,000-5.7%$239/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors #6379448 Report a problem
    4/29/2014Listed for sale$875,000+6.7%$253/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill #6379448 Report a problem
    1/16/2007Sold$820,000+39%$237/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/17/2006Sold$590,000$171/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$17,141 +12.4%$1,224,500 +12.4%
    2024$15,255 $1,089,800
    2023$15,255 +30%$1,089,800
    2022$11,736 --
    2021$11,736 -4.2%--
    2018$12,248 +4.8%--
    2017$11,688 -81.1%--
    2016$61,743 +598%--
    2015$8,845 --
    2014$8,845 +4.5%$631,900 +407.6%
    2012$8,467 $124,480 +12.8%
    2011-- $110,400 -11.3%
    2010-- $124,480
    2009-- $124,480
    2008-- $124,480
    2007-- $124,480 -5.8%
    2006-- $132,160 +61.3%
    2005-- $81,920
    2004-- $81,920 +5.6%
    2003-- $77,568 +7%
    2002-- $72,480 +17.7%
    2000-- $61,600 +3.1%
    1999-- $59,744

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: JOHN STORY JENKS SCHOOL
    • Middle: JOHN STORY JENKS SCHOOL
    • High: GERMANTOWN
    • District: The School District Of Philadelphia

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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