4520-26 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143-3707 $2,750,000

Beds/Baths: 11/10.2
Interior Sq. Ft: 8,535
Acreage: 0.34
Age:136 years
Style:
Victorian
MLS#: PAPH2440626
Subdivision: University City
Design/Type:
Detached

Description

Discover The Gables, a historic mansion in University City, just a block from Clark Park and its renowned farmers’ market. This award-winning property boasts 11 bedrooms, 10 full 2 half bathrooms, and stunning original features including hardwood floors with intricate inlays, eight elegant gas fireplaces, and impressive 10.5-foot ceilings on the first floor. Large windows provide abundant natural light throughout the spacious interiors. Set on a generous 1/3-acre lot, the property includes a grand wraparound veranda, beautifully landscaped grounds, and paved parking for up to 8 cars. The Gables offers versatile potential in this “as is” property—continue its successful bed and breakfast operation, convert it into a luxurious single-family residence, and explore developing the extra land. With its exceptional location near amenities and just minutes from Center City, this property blends historic charm with modern convenience.

Kitchen: Main
Dining Room: Main
Family Room: Main
Living Room: Main
PARLOR: Main
Laundry: Lower 1
Primary Bed:

Taxes: $5,740
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Garage: N
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
School Dist: The School District Of Philadelphia

Features

Utilities
Radiator Heating, Steam Heating, Natural Gas, Other, Central A/C, Wall Unit Cooling, Electric, Hot Water - Natural Gas, Public Water, Public Sewer, 200+ Amp Service, Lower Floor Laundry, Cable TV

Garage/Parking
Parking Lot

Interior
Butlers Pantry, Full Basement, Wood Flooring, Gas/Propane Fireplace, Electric Fireplace, 9'+ Ceilings, Double Entry, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System

Exterior
Block Foundation, Concrete Perimeter Foundation, Masonry, Patio(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around Porch/Deck, Exterior Lighting, Fire Escape, Secure Storage, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Awning(s), Gutter System

Lot
Corner Lot, Downtown, City View, Decorative Fence

Contact Information

Listing Courtesy of: Dolan Family Real Estate , (215) 423-8888

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