This stunning home was one of the first built for Henry Houston in 1885 by famed architects George and William Hewitt. Perched above a beautiful tree lined street on the west side of Chestnut Hill, it greets you with a gracious wrap around porch. It has a foyer entrance, hardwood floors, two ornamental fireplaces, floor to ceiling windows, and an updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The second floor has a spacious primary bedroom with a renovated en suite bath, and two other bedrooms, laundry, and an additional half bath. The third floor has jack and Jill bedrooms with an updated full bath. There is central air, original and detailed wood work throughout, off street parking for up to four cars, front, side and backyards with a beautiful rose garden. The location can't be beat. The St Martins train station for an easy commute to Center City is a half a block away. The Cricket Club, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, The Wissahickon Skating Club, Pastorious Park, the beautiful Wissahickon Valley of Fairmount Park and the many shops and restaurants of Germantown Avenue are all within easy walking distance. You don't want to miss this one. Make an appointment to see this special home today.
Sold for $925,000
$925,000
318 W Springfield Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
5beds
2,524sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
6,400 Square Feet Lot
$933,700 Zestimate®
$366/sqft
$3,965 Estimated rent
Home value
$933,700
$859,000 - $1.02M
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Front side and backyardsFloor to ceiling windowsBeautiful rose gardenRenovated en suite bathJack and jill bedroomsWrap around porchOrnamental fireplaces
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Listed by:
Richard McIlhenny 215-275-6303,
RE/MAX Services
Bought with:
Megan Cornely, RS284821
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2532978
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Features: Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Heating
- Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,524
- Total interior livable area: 2,524 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,524
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Wrap Around
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,400 sqft
- Dimensions: 40.00 x 160.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 092154900
- Zoning: RSA1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Sold | $925,000-2.6%$366/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2532978 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2025 | Pending sale | $950,000$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2532978 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $950,000+45%$376/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2532978 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2019 | Sold | $655,000-3%$260/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $675,000$267/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Services #PAPH692988 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2019 | Pending sale | $675,000$267/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Services #PAPH692988 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2019 | Price change | $675,000-2.9%$267/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX SERVICES #PAPH692988 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $695,000+27.1%$275/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX SERVICES #PAPH692988 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2012 | Sold | $546,702+1.3%$217/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $539,900+74.2%$214/sqft |
Source: Prudential Fox and Roach #6028987 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2002 | Sold | $310,000$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,649 +33.2% | $975,100 +33.2% |
| 2024 | $10,247 -12.9% | $732,000 -12.9% |
| 2023 | $11,758 +58.5% | $840,000 |
| 2022 | $7,419 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,419 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $7,744 | -- |
| 2017 | $7,744 +1.4% | -- |
| 2016 | $7,635 | -- |
| 2015 | $7,635 | -- |
| 2014 | $7,635 +4.5% | $545,400 +816.3% |
| 2012 | $7,308 | $59,520 |
| 2011 | -- | $59,520 |
| 2010 | -- | $59,520 |
| 2009 | -- | $59,520 |
| 2008 | -- | $59,520 |
| 2007 | -- | $59,520 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $55,360 |
| 2005 | -- | $55,360 |
| 2004 | -- | $55,360 -14.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $64,640 +27.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $50,816 +5% |
| 2000 | -- | $48,416 +14.8% |
| 1999 | -- | $42,176 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Jenks John S SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Philadelphia City
Source: Bright 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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- Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia County
- Philadelphia
- 19118
- Chestnut Hill
- 318 W Springfield Ave
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