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  • $2,331,000

    4520 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143

    11beds
    7,605sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1889
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $2,331,000 Zestimate®
    $307/sqft
    $1,872 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,331,000

    $1.98M - $2.77M

    $1,872/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    The Gables-one of the most prominent properties in University City. Currently a long-standing and successful bed and breakfast just 1 block from Clark Park and its fabulous farmers' market. With a prime location and a 94 Walkscore, and standing at the corner of two tree-lined avenues, this 11 bedroom, 10.5 bath, pristine mansion is inundated with beautiful original character. Very high ceilings on every floor, Original hardwood floors throughout with brilliant inlaid detail, ornate Victorian woodwork, 8 gas fireplaces and large windows for spectacular light from all 4 exposures. The 1st floor has 10.5' ceilings, and huge living rooms and a dining room for guests and entertaining. Winner of the University City Historical Society outstanding preservation award, this mansion also enjoys outstanding outdoor space--Situated on a huge 1/3 acre lot, there is a huge, elegant covered wraparound veranda, significant and serene grounds, and paved parking for 8 cars. This property offer so much potential- continue the current business, use as a single family mansion (its original use), convert to a high end multi-unit, and/or develop the additional land as townhomes or condominiums. The land is here for development. One of the city's finest properties and finest parcels?all in an A+ location, close to all University City has to offer and just minutes to Center City.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 11
    • Bathrooms: 10
    • Full bathrooms: 9
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Features
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 7,605 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Year built: 1889

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Philadelphia

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/31/2025Listing removed$2,750,000$362/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2440626 Report a problem
    1/31/2025Listed for sale$2,750,000-6.8%$362/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2440626 Report a problem
    9/24/2024Listing removed$2,950,000$388/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2389772 Report a problem
    9/3/2024Listed for sale$2,950,000+90.9%$388/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2389772 Report a problem
    10/27/2016Sold$1,545,000-1.9%$203/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    7/27/2016Listing removed$1,575,000$207/sqft
    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach #6771098 Report a problem
    4/19/2016Listed for sale$1,575,000$207/sqft
    Source: BHHS Fox & Roach #6771098 Report a problem

    Public tax history

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    Neighborhood: Spruce Hill

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Philadelphia City

    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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