228 W Willow Grove Ave

Philadelphia, PA 19118

$861,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3
2,978 Sq. Ft.
$289 / Sq. Ft.
2,978
Sq. Ft.
$289
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exceptional home in the heart of Chestnut Hill! A beautiful and unique 3 story, 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath Dutch Colonial home c. 1910. Conveniently located near the picturesque shopping district along Germantown Ave, a two-minute walk from the St. Martins train station and minutes from Fairmount Park. Featuring high ceilings, oversized bay windows, hardwood floors, modernized speaker system, gourmet eat-in kitchen, wraparound porch, and landscaped front and back yards with deck. Other architectural details...Exceptional home in the heart of Chestnut Hill! A beautiful and unique 3 story, 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath Dutch Colonial home c. 1910. Conveniently located near the picturesque shopping district along Germantown Ave, a two-minute walk from the St. Martins train station and minutes from Fairmount Park. Featuring high ceilings, oversized bay windows, hardwood floors, modernized speaker system, gourmet eat-in kitchen, wraparound porch, and landscaped front and back yards with deck. Other architectural details include an oak-paneled front door with surrounding glass trim, hand carved oak bannisters, two wood burning fireplaces with stunning built-in mantels. The living room is accentuated by 16’ by 18’ bay windows, a fireplace, handmade tile hearth, and an oak mantel. The living room also offers a unique alcove surrounded by windows and built-in bookshelves. As you enter the light-filled dining room, you will be struck by the glass-paneled pocket doors and another set of palatial bay windows. The dining room can easily seat 12 and leads to a quaint butler’s pantry with beautiful glass cabinets. The updated kitchen boasts slate tile floors, cherry cabinets, pendant lights with dimmers, glazed tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances which include a four burner Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and deep sink with garbage disposal and storage below. Rear kitchen door opens to the gas grill on the large backyard deck. SECOND FLOOR: The master bedroom contains more beautiful bay windows, a remote-controlled ceiling fan, and closet with a mirrored door. Bedroom #2—currently used as a home office—has a French glass-paneled pine door, bay windows, and storage closet. The hall bath features updated marble tile floors, pedestal sink, tub, stand alone shower stall, Robern cabinet, linen closet, and built-in speakers. The second floor also has family room with another detailed wood-burning fireplace and chestnut mantel, two closets, two sets of bay windows, and a Casablanca ceiling fan. THIRD FLOOR: Bedroom #3 is newly painted with a built-in closet and large windows. Bedroom #4, used as a guest room, is cozy and warm with a walk-in closet. Bedroom #5 is nicely appointed with excellent lighting from large windows on two sides. The basement features a spacious finished area, a vast storage closet, and a large laundry room with a half-bath. Ground-level walkout leads to the landscaped backyard and the under-deck storage area. This move-in ready home is perfect for family life, working from home, and entertaining! With such a special location, you can walk to Baker Street Bread for coffee, run or bike over to Valley Green, or take a quick stroll to the pond at Pastorious Park.
  1. Listed by Lisa Tiger • Century 21 Gold
    P: (610)-207-6186 ltiger@c21gold.com

Property Details for 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

Tax ID Number
092165200
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
Style
Dutch
Levels/Stories
3
Furnished
No
LISTING UPDATED: 08/26/2022 06:12 AM

Property Details for 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #PAPH1015362
Days on Market4
Taxes$8,700 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,220 SF
CountyPhiladelphia County

Location

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Building Information for 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

Stories3Residences-Year Built1925Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,220 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,236 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,511

Property Taxes

$725

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

Location
Location
  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District County ID: 300200397108
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • MLS Area: 19118 (19118)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Assessed Value: $621,500
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $497,200
  • City Town Tax: $3,926
  • Land Assessed Value: $124,300
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: H48
  • Zoning: RSA1
  • Tax Lot: 57
  • School Tax: $4,774
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Concessions: Yes
  • Concessions Amount: $599
Rooms
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Other
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,978.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,595.00
  • Total SQFT: 2,978.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
  • Roof: Shingle, Slate
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Basement Type: Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 34.80 x 150.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Private, Rear Yard
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Responsibility: City/County
  • Fencing: Decorative, Picket, Vinyl
  • Parcel ID: 930222
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Stall Shower, Store/Office, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Mantel(s), Screen
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Gas, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Door Features: French
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow
  • Laundry Type: Basement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), BBQ Grill, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es), Roof, Wrap Around
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV, Electric Available, Phone
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiant, Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Reading-Berks Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.LisaTigerHomes.com

Property History for 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1476953986

$861,000

+2.5% / yr

Jul 16, 2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

$861,000
May 19, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

May 17, 2021

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

May 17, 2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

May 14, 2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

$725,000
Jul 7, 2005

Closed

BRIGHT #1003602047

$580,700
Jun 15, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #239846942

$580,700
Apr 14, 2005

Pending

BRIGHT #1003602047

Apr 9, 2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003602047

$535,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1476953986

$861,000

+2.5% / yr

07/16/2021

Closed

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

$861,000
05/19/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

05/17/2021

Temp Off Market

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

05/17/2021

Pending

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

05/14/2021

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #PAPH1015362

$725,000
07/07/2005

Closed

BRIGHT #1003602047

$580,700
06/15/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #239846942

$580,700
04/14/2005

Pending

BRIGHT #1003602047

04/09/2005

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003602047

$535,000

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Public Records for 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$11,757 ($980 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,595 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,595 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,220 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningRSA1CountyPHILADELPHIAAPN09-2-1652-00Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 228 West Willow Grove Avenue

This home is within The School District of Philadelphia.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Jenks John S School
PublicK to 8

Roxborough High School
Public9 to 12

Widener Memorial School
PublicK to 12

Middle Years Alternative School
Public6 to 8

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