Step into this distinguished stone twin on a tree-lined block in the heart of Chestnut Hill. The home skillfully blends classic architectural details with thoughtful modern updates. Beautifully landscaped front and rear gardens, filled with perennials, shrubs, and mature trees. The home features classic interior details such as deep window sills, high baseboards, hardwood floors and a beautifully preserved staircase. Walk through the front door to a sun-filled enclosed porch with two closets. Next is the elegant living room with a gas fireplace. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the living room and formal dining room. Off the dining room and leading into the gourmet kitchen is the original butler’s pantry offering abundant storage. The kitchen has tile floors and backsplash, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and brand-new 6-burner gas stove and dishwasher. The original servant’s staircase feeds into the kitchen on one side and a spacious mudroom and pantry flank the other. The mudroom has an exterior door for easy access to driveway, garage and rear “secret” garden. Sellers recently added recessed lighting in kitchen and living room. The second floor has the primary suite with a brand new fully remodeled master bath (2024) and 2 closets. Two additional bedrooms are on this floor along with a hall bath also fully remodeled in 2024. The third floor has the fourth bedroom and a third full bath with the original claw foot tub. There is also a bonus attic space on this floor. The basement is where you will find the laundry with a outside access and plenty of room for storage. Newer water heater (2022), flat roof and James Hardie siding on mudroom (2022) detached garage plus space for 2 cars in the driveway. 5 minute walk to St. Martin’s train station. Around the corner from Pastorius Park, walking distance to Philadelphia Cricket Club, Wissahickon Valley and Valley Green Inn. Near shopping, restaurants and cafes on Germantown Avenue. Freshly painted exterior. All you need to do is move in!
Sold for $925,000
$925,000
8023 Seminole St, Philadelphia, PA 19118
4beds
2,720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,955 Square Feet Lot
$933,400 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$3,512 Estimated rent
Home value
$933,400
$859,000 - $1.01M
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Gas fireplaceDetached garageBonus attic spaceModern updatesOriginal claw foot tubFreshly painted exteriorClassic architectural details
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Listed by:
Amy Shea 267-625-5965,
Keller Williams Real Estate-Blue Bell
Bought with:
Kerry Boccella, AB069259
Compass RE
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: PAPH2547354
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 7
Primary bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Mud room
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Storage room
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Mud Room
Features
- Butlers Pantry, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Additional Stairway, Floor Plan - Traditional, Primary Bath(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Features, Attic, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Corner
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,720
- Total interior livable area: 2,720 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,720
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Shared Driveway, Concrete, Detached, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,955 sqft
- Dimensions: 24.00 x 211.00
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 092290900
- Zoning: RSD3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Flat,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Philadelphia
- Subdivision: Chestnut Hill
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Sold | $925,000-1.5%$340/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #PAPH2547354 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2025 | Contingent | $939,000$345/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2547354 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $939,000+12.5%$345/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2547354 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2023 | Sold | $835,000$307/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2277424 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Pending sale | $835,000$307/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2277424 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2023 | Contingent | $835,000$307/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2277424 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Listed for sale | $835,000-1.2%$307/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2277424 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2023 | Contingent | $845,000$311/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2277424 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $845,000+347.1%$311/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #PAPH2277424 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/1996 | Sold | $189,000$69/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,735 +13.2% | $766,900 +13.2% |
| 2024 | $9,482 | $677,400 |
| 2023 | $9,482 +24.1% | $677,400 |
| 2022 | $7,643 | -- |
| 2021 | $7,643 -4.2% | -- |
| 2018 | $7,977 +7.5% | -- |
| 2017 | $7,418 +21.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $6,126 | -- |
| 2015 | $6,126 | -- |
| 2014 | $6,126 +4.5% | $467,600 +707.8% |
| 2012 | $5,864 | $57,888 |
| 2011 | -- | $57,888 |
| 2010 | -- | $57,888 |
| 2009 | -- | $57,888 |
| 2008 | -- | $57,888 |
| 2007 | -- | $57,888 +7.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $53,856 |
| 2005 | -- | $53,856 |
| 2004 | -- | $53,856 |
| 2003 | -- | $53,856 +16.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $46,112 +13.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $40,576 +8.3% |
| 1999 | -- | $37,472 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Jenks John S SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Roxborough High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 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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- 8023 Seminole St
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