31 & 29 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 19118 - Photo 1

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$1,500,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
6 Beds
5 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
6,702 Sq. Ft.
3 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to Sugar Loaf Orchard Estate, nestled in the unique and charming Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia comprised of two recently subdivided lots. The combined property of 29 & 31 W. Bells Mill Road , established in 1918, offers 4.8 acres, a manor house, carriage house, and the remains of both a large greenhouse and ice house, all tucked away in a private setting with access confirmed by a recorded Easement Agreement with Chestnut Hill College, a university offering private security. In its heyday, Sugar Loaf was one of the great Philadelphia estates with the grounds designed by Ellen Shipman (1869-1950), a prominent early 20th Century American landscape architect. The 6700 sqft Main house, designed by Philadelphia architecture firm Martin and Kirkpatrick, has a slate roof, 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, south facing living and dining rooms with fireplaces and bay windows, a side porch, library with fireplace, kitchen and lovely entryway. Upstairs you'll find a primary suite with a sleeping porch, 3 more bedrooms with full baths, an au pair or in-law suite with an entrance off the second floor or from the kitchen, and a third floor bedroom, sitting room and bathroom, The carriage house has a 3-car garage and was once split into two apartments and could remain as such or be combined into one home. Mature trees and lush greenery adorn both lots, creating a serene and private atmosphere. The potential for beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor living spaces is abundant. Whether you are a developer or an end user, all buildings and the grounds require a loving restoration and each has its own character and potential, offering versatility and endless possibilities. Additionally, 29 & 31 w. Bells Mill is in walking distance of Woodmere Art Museum, the Morris Arboretum, the trails of the Wissahickon Valley, Chestnut Hill 's main business district with its great shopping and dining, Septa trains, schools, the Pa Turnpike and the Blue Route/ 476. (The tax ids for each lot are: 31 W. Bells Mill - #: 092237814 and 29 W. Bells Mill - 092237812) The premises to be sold in "AS IS, where is, and with all faults condition." Don't miss the chance to own a piece of this wonderful neighborhood. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and explore the endless potential of 29 & 31 W. Bells Mill Road.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 31 & 29 W Bells Mill Rd

General

Sold For: $1,500,000
Taxes: $29,869 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2281676
Added to Site: 836 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 5
Flooring: Wood, Solid Hardwood, Partially Carpeted

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper 2 - Full Baths: 2
Upper Floor Baths: 5
Upper - Full Baths: 5
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1

Bedrooms

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

Other Rooms

Laundry: Main Floor

Exterior

Exterior Features: Stone Retaining Walls

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Total Spaces: 3
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Other

Location

Area: 19118 (19118)
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
County: Philadelphia
Development Name: Philadelphia (Northwest)
Subdivision: Philadelphia (Northwest)
Cross Streets: Germantown
Driving Directions: Enter at Chestnut Hill College Sugarloaf campus entrance at intersection of Germantown and Bells Mill and veer left until you see "For Sale" sign and "Private Road" sign
Direction Faces: West

School Information

School District: The School District Of Philadelphia

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: On Site Septic
Water: Public
Utility Description: Natural Gas Available, Electric Available

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Stone
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Slate
Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Hung
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 6,702
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 6,702 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 6,702 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1918
Year Built Source: Estimated

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Carriage House

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 5.14
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 223,730
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Partly Wooded, Sloping
Zoning: RSD1
Lot Description: Partly Wooded, Sloping

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $252.91
Assessment Year: 2023
School Tax: $16,428
City/TownTax: $13,441
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $2,133,800
Tax Amount: $29,869
Tax Year: 2023
Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: All exterior statuary including griffin statues, flower boxes, and art.
Lot Number: 112

Listed by Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty, Ellen Hass and Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty, NINA FURIA
Sold by Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty, Ellen Hass

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Schools

Schools serving 31 & 29 W Bells Mill Rd

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Jenks John S School 8301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118	K-8	1.2 mi
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128	9-11	3 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 31 & 29 W Bells Mill Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/08/2024

Sold

$1,500,000

-11.5%

MLS

10/06/2023

Listed

$1,695,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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31 & 29 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (MLS# PAPH2281676) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,500,000 on April 08, 2024. Want to learn more about 31 & 29 W Bells Mill Road? 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.

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