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Property Description
Incredible Opportunity in Coveted Spruce Hill! Step back in time and envision the future with this magnificent Victorian-era row home at 4511 Chester Ave. Bursting with historic character and old-world charm, this expansive 7-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence spanning over 3,400 finished square feet offers an extraordinary canvas for the visionary buyer ready to restore it to its former glory. From the moment you arrive, the stately covered front porch with classic white columns and bay window details sets the tone for the grandeur within. Inside, original Victorian architectural details abound, from the ornate, carved fireplace mantels and decorative transoms to the stunning stained-glass entry panel and beautifully turned staircase with original newel posts and spindles. The expansive main level flows through generously sized living and dining rooms, separated by original pocket doors, each room anchored by decorative brick fireplaces with elegant white mantels. The large eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet space and room to reimagine. Upstairs, multiple spacious bedrooms including an oversized primary with a sweeping bay window provide abundant living space, complemented by two full bathrooms. The full attic presents tremendous potential for additional living space or storage, while the impressive basement with soaring 8-foot ceilings opens the door to endless possibilities, whether a recreation room, home gym, or additional finished living area. Throughout the home, traces of its Victorian heritage peek through the updates of prior decades, waiting to be uncovered and celebrated. With solid bones, generous room sizes, and irreplaceable period details, this property is a rare find in one of Philadelphia's most sought-after historic neighborhoods. Adding exceptional value, this home is located within the highly coveted Penn Alexander School catchment, one of the most sought-after public school assignments in all of Philadelphia. Property will be sold AS-IS.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4511 Chester Ave
General
- Sold For: $575,000
- Taxes: $4,354 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2609162
- Added to Site: 97 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Additional Stairway, Attic
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
- Bedrooms Upper: 7
- Bedrooms-Up2: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- Area: 19143 (19143)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Subdivision: SPRUCE HILL
- Driving Directions: USE GPS
School Information
- School District: Philadelphia City
- High School: West Philadelphia
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Poured Concrete
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Pitched
- Stories Description: Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 3,540
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 3,540 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,540 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1892
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,541
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 26.00 x 138.00
- Zoning: RTA1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $169.49
- Assessment Year: 2026
- School Tax: $2,438
- City/TownTax: $1,916
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $311,100
- Tax Amount: $4,354
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3540
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 99
Listed by Keller Williams Main Line, Aaron Wallace
Sold by Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Adam Finestone
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Schools
Schools serving 4511 Chester Ave
School District:Philadelphia City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Penn Alexander School 4209 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
West Philadelphia High School 4901 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4511 Chester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/02/2026
Sold
$575,000
-4.17%
MLS
5/11/2026
Price Reduced
$600,000
-4.76%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$630,000
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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.
4511 Chester Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143 (MLS# PAPH2609162) is a Single Family property that was sold at $575,000 on July 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 4511 Chester Avenue? 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.

