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455 and 461 W Chestnut Hill Avenue

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118
  • $2,895,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 65 Days
  • ID#: PAPH2393418
$2,895,000
  • 8
    BEDS
  • 1.6
    ACRES
  • 4
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 11,360
    SQFT
  • $255
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1906
County:

School Ratings & Info

Description

Philadelphia at its best. Once in a generation opportunity to own one of the most significant properties in the City, "Binderton" was designed by Cope & Stewardson Architects (also designed for University of Pennsylvania and Princeton). The house was started in 1903 and finished in 1906. The renowned landscape architecture firm of the Olmsted Brothers was engaged to handle landscape, hardscape, and garden design. During their ownership, the present owners purchased 461 W Chestnut Hill Ave. (which had been subdivided from the original plot many years earlier) demolished the modest house that existed, and expanded the property and gardens, and redesigned the driveway. Situated on the quietest street in Chestnut Hill and surrounded by homes of equal caliber, Binderton stands out with its brilliant red brick construction and distinctive Jacobean Revival style , with shaped parapets, and intricately designed chimneys. In most places, the house is designed only one room deep and was built linearly, near the property line at the high side. The brilliance of the Olmsted Brothers work is apparent in the brick walkway that rises gracefully from Towanda Street up a gradual hill with a low step every 10 feet or so. From the stone patio, enter the front door into the formal entry hall with main staircase at the back. The foyer is filled with natural light from two sides, a fireplace, a powder room, and a large coat room with window. Again from the entry hall, walk into, what was called in 1906, the "Ladies' Parlor", a sunny, elegant sitting room with big windows and a fireplace. The formal living room with two distinct seating areas, beamed ceiling , and wood burning fireplace can be accessed from the "ladies' parlor" or directly from a hallway. The exterior door off the living room leads to an open air loggia with tiled floor and finished ceiling. To the left of the front door, head to the formal dining room with fireplace, elegant crystal chandelier and room for a second dining table! The kitchen has everything you want. From the front hall, head through the butler's pantry with lighted cabinetry, porcelain sink , and dishwasher: a great spot to set up the bar on party nights. Further on you reach the supersized chef's kitchen with two sinks, three ovens, a gas range, banquette seating for conversation while prepping dinner, stools at the counter for breakfasts on a busy day, and a big table at the end of the house for casual dinners. Off the kitchen is a huge pantry area and laundry room. Beyond the kitchen end is a glassed in garden porch that will serve myriad functions that make daily living more convenient. Head up the carved and turned staircase and turn left at the top to reach the primary suite, that includes the bedroom with fireplace and door to second floor balcony, a cozy sitting room, great for reading or streaming late into the night, a beautiful, bright corner office/den, and a spacious bathroom with two sinks and walk-in shower. On the second floor to the right of the main stair are four additional bedrooms, two of which share a Jack-and-Jill bath ; and two others that share an additional hall bath. The third floor has three bedrooms, a full bath, and a large central room, perfect for play or privacy. The 1.6 acres that surround the house defy description. Mature trees, abundant perennial beds, lush lawns, and garden rooms; one prettier than the next. The main focus in the summer is the pool area. Exquisitely private with its walled garden, and elegant brick veranda, it is here where you can escape from the sun and the world. Built to span the ages, "Binderton" will pass to someone who loves grand old houses and understands stewardship.

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455 and 461 W Chestnut Hill Avenue PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118

  • Price: $2,895,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 65 Days
  • ID#: PAPH2393418
8
Beds
4
Baths
1
½ Baths
1.6
Acres
11,360
SQFT
$255
$/SQFT
1906
Built
Neighborhood:
Chestnut Hill
County:
Philadelphia
Area:
19118 (19118)
School District:
The School District Of Philadelphia
Property Description
Philadelphia at its best. Once in a generation opportunity to own one of the most significant properties in the City, "Binderton" was designed by Cope & Stewardson Architects (also designed for University of Pennsylvania and Princeton). The house was started in 1903 and finished in 1906. The renowned landscape architecture firm of the Olmsted Brothers was engaged to handle landscape, hardscape, and garden design. During their ownership, the present owners purchased 461 W Chestnut Hill Ave. (which had been subdivided from the original plot many years earlier) demolished the modest house that existed, and expanded the property and gardens, and redesigned the driveway. Situated on the quietest street in Chestnut Hill and surrounded by homes of equal caliber, Binderton stands out with its brilliant red brick construction and distinctive Jacobean Revival style , with shaped parapets, and intricately designed chimneys. In most places, the house is designed only one room deep and was built linearly, near the property line at the high side. The brilliance of the Olmsted Brothers work is apparent in the brick walkway that rises gracefully from Towanda Street up a gradual hill with a low step every 10 feet or so. From the stone patio, enter the front door into the formal entry hall with main staircase at the back. The foyer is filled with natural light from two sides, a fireplace, a powder room, and a large coat room with window. Again from the entry hall, walk into, what was called in 1906, the "Ladies' Parlor", a sunny, elegant sitting room with big windows and a fireplace. The formal living room with two distinct seating areas, beamed ceiling , and wood burning fireplace can be accessed from the "ladies' parlor" or directly from a hallway. The exterior door off the living room leads to an open air loggia with tiled floor and finished ceiling. To the left of the front door, head to the formal dining room with fireplace, elegant crystal chandelier and room for a second dining table! The kitchen has everything you want. From the front hall, head through the butler's pantry with lighted cabinetry, porcelain sink , and dishwasher: a great spot to set up the bar on party nights. Further on you reach the supersized chef's kitchen with two sinks, three ovens, a gas range, banquette seating for conversation while prepping dinner, stools at the counter for breakfasts on a busy day, and a big table at the end of the house for casual dinners. Off the kitchen is a huge pantry area and laundry room. Beyond the kitchen end is a glassed in garden porch that will serve myriad functions that make daily living more convenient. Head up the carved and turned staircase and turn left at the top to reach the primary suite, that includes the bedroom with fireplace and door to second floor balcony, a cozy sitting room, great for reading or streaming late into the night, a beautiful, bright corner office/den, and a spacious bathroom with two sinks and walk-in shower. On the second floor to the right of the main stair are four additional bedrooms, two of which share a Jack-and-Jill bath ; and two others that share an additional hall bath. The third floor has three bedrooms, a full bath, and a large central room, perfect for play or privacy. The 1.6 acres that surround the house defy description. Mature trees, abundant perennial beds, lush lawns, and garden rooms; one prettier than the next. The main focus in the summer is the pool area. Exquisitely private with its walled garden, and elegant brick veranda, it is here where you can escape from the sun and the world. Built to span the ages, "Binderton" will pass to someone who loves grand old houses and understands stewardship.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style Traditional Construction Materials Masonry Door Features French Exterior Features Chimney Cap(s)Extensive HardscapeExterior LightingOutbuilding(s)Stone Retaining WallsWater Fountains Garage Spaces 2.00 Garage Type Garage - Front EntryGarage - Side Entry Garage YN Yes Location Type Other Lot Features Additional Lot(s)CornerFront YardIrregularLandscapingLevelNo Thru StreetOpenPartly WoodedPrivateRear YardSecludedSideYard(s)Sloping Other Structures Garage(s) Parking Types DrivewayOff StreetOn StreetDetached Garage Patio And Porch Features Patio(s)Porch(es)Terrace Pool Yes - Personal Roof PitchedSlate View Garden/Lawn Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 11360 Appliances Built-In RangeCooktopDishwasherDryerMicrowaveOven - DoubleRefrigeratorWasher Basement FullUnfinishedWalkout Stairs Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 0 Below Grade Unfinished Area 0 Cooling Central A/C Fireplace Features Wood Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 9 Flooring CarpetCeramic TileHardwoodPartially CarpetedSolid Hardwood Furnished No Heating 90% Forced AirBaseboard - Electric Heating YN Yes Inclusions washerdryerrefrigerator Interior Features Additional StairwayAtticBreakfast AreaBuilt-InsButlers PantryCarpetCedar Closet(s)Crown MoldingsFloor Plan - TraditionalKitchen - Eat-InKitchen - GourmetKitchen - IslandKitchen - Table SpacePantryRecessed LightingSkylight(s)Stain/Lead GlassBathroom - Stall ShowerBathroom - Tub ShowerUpgraded CountertopsWainscottingWalk-in Closet(s)Window TreatmentsWood Floors Laundry Type Main Floor Levels 2.5 Main Level Bedrooms 0 Spa YN No Upper Level1 Bedrooms 5 Walls Ceilings 9'+ CeilingsPlaster WallsDry Wall

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Association YN No Central Air YN Yes Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Cross Street Towanda Electric 200+ Amp Service Foundation Details Stone Heating Fuel Natural GasElectric Horse YN No Hot Water Natural Gas Lease Considered YN No Municipality PHILADELPHIA Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 803337150456 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer On Site Septic Structure Design Type Detached Tax Annual Amount 31534.00 Tax Lot 122 Utilities Cable TVElectric AvailableNatural Gas AvailableWater Available Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Public Window Features CasementBay/BowDouble Hung Zoning RSD1

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©2024 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or RE/MAX 100. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2024-11-09T23:53:03.95.
 
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