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$625,000

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Single Family
6 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
4,700 Sq. Ft.
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Step back in time-without sacrificing modern comfort-in this remarkable ca.1866-built home, steeped in local history and architectural character. The Gothic Revival and Italianate style house was built as part of the development of the Chew Estate, where the Battle of Germantown took place during the American Revolution. In fact, the house sits on one of the "Battleground Lots". The first owner was Catherine Price, who was a "Dunker," a moniker for adult baptism in the Church of the Brethren. The second owner was Samuel Harting, an important local builder, bought the house in the early 1900s, at which time he made his mark with a sweeping renovation that brought the house into the modern age of its time. He even constructed the striking brick building next door as his personal office-a decorative gem designed to showcase his craftsmanship. Today, the home still stands as a testament to quality and care across centuries. Cross the wide front porch and enter through the original front door into a gracious formal foyer. To the right, a massive front parlor welcomes you with soaring ceilings and an original gilt mirror that's seen generations pass through its reflection. Across the foyer, the dining room lies just ahead, accented with built-in cabinetry that feels both timeless and intentional. Antique oak floors run throughout the first and second floors, grounding the home with warmth and history. In the rear of the home, you'll find a smartly updated kitchen, a convenient powder room, and a laundry room with first-floor access-offering 21st-century ease within a 19th-century shell. Upstairs, the second floor features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. One bath retains its antique soul, boasting original tile work and mirrors, while the other-a sprawling, luxurious space-anchors the primary suite. The third floor offers two more spacious bedrooms and a massive storage closet, easily adaptable to your needs. The home has been thoughtfully maintained, with major updates where they count, including a new main roof in 2021 and central air throughout. This is not just a home-it's a piece of Germantown's living history, lovingly updated and ready for its next steward. Please note listing agent has a financial interest in this property.

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General

Price: $625,000
Taxes: $3,080 (2025)
Status: Active
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2544752
Updated: 1/5/2026
Added to Site: 103 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 16
Interior Features: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Non-Functioning
Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Upper: 6
Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Parking

Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Unassigned, Unpaved
Parking Type: Off Street, Other

Location

Area: 19144 (19144)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: PHILADELPHIA
Subdivision: GERMANTOWN
Cross Streets: Germantown Avenue
Driving Directions: germantown to E johnson
Historic District: Yes

School Information

School District: The School District Of Philadelphia

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Victorian
Structure Type: Detached
Builder: Samuel Harting
Construction: Asphalt, Cast Iron Plumbing, Combination, Masonry, Mixed, Stone, Stucco
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Unfinished
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Asphalt, Architectural Shingle
Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
Windows: Wood Frame
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 4,700
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 3,700 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 3,700 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1866
Year Built Source: Estimated
Property Condition: Very Good

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,988
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Zoning: RSA3

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $168.92
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax w/Assessment: $220,000
Tax Amount: $3,080
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill, Alex Aberle

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Schools

Schools serving 28 E Johnson St

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Emlen Eleanor C School 6501 Chew Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19119	K-5	0.6 mi
King Martin Luther High School 6100 Stenton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138	9-12	1.2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 28 E Johnson St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price

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1/05/2026

Price Reduced

$625,000

-7.41%

MLS

10/05/2025

Listed

$675,000

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Tax History

Tax History for 28 E Johnson St

Year

Property Taxes

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Tax Assessment

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2025

$3,080

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$220,000

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28 E Johnson Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144 (MLS# PAPH2544752) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 28 E Johnson Street is currently listed for $625,000 and was received on October 05, 2025. Want to learn more about 28 E Johnson Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Philadelphia? You can browse all Philadelphia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

28 E Johnson St Philadelphia, PA 19144