Patterson-Schwartz Real Estate4520-26 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143-3707 $2,750,000
Interior Sq. Ft: 8,535
Acreage: 0.34
Age:136 years
Style:
Victorian
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.
Dining Room: Main
Family Room: Main
Living Room: Main
Laundry: Lower 1
Primary Bed:
Home Assoc: No
Condo Assoc: No
Basement: Y
Pool: No Pool
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
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Public Elementary (125 schools)
Public Middle (19 schools)
Public High (54 schools)
Private (113 schools)
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This report is a detailed community overview for Philadelphia (19143), Pennsylvania.
Community Quick Facts
- Average travel time to work for people in this community: 36
- Average salary of people in this community: $37,100
Community Summary
- Population Density (ppl / mile): 19,911
- Household Size (ppl): 2.55
- Households w/ Children: 61%
Housing Inventory
- Owned: 11,948 (39.1%)
- Rented: 13,154 (43.0%)
- Vacant: 5,482 (17.9%)
- Total: 30,584
Population Demographics
The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.
Climate and Weather
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Temperature
Education
Highest Level of Education Attained
- Less than 9th Grade: 4.0%
- Some High School: 9.8%
- High School Graduate: 35.2%
- Some College: 20.5%
- Associate Degree: 5.1%
- Bachelor's Degree: 14.2%
- Graduate Degree: 11.2%
Income by dollar range
Median Income: $34,579
Fair Market Rents
The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- Studio: $755
- One Bedroom: $873
- Two Bedroom: $976
- Three Bedroom: $1,000
- Four Bedroom: $1,015
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Listing data as of 3/03/2025.
