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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,310 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 1 hour ago
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Welcome to 48 W. Highland Ave, a beautifully preserved 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath stone Victorian twin in the heart of Chestnut Hill. Developed by Henry Houston and designed by the Hewitt Brothers, this home blends historic charm with thoughtful modern updates. Just moments from Chestnut Hill's shops, restaurants, cafes, and the CH West train station, it offers exceptional walkability and convenience. Inside, you'll find a welcoming living room with custom built-ins and a fireplace, a formal dining room with updated wainscoting, and a renovated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large island, and coffee bar. A bright sunroom overlooks the beautifully landscaped backyard with a patio, porch, and lush green space. Upstairs, the primary suite includes an en-suite bath and attached expansive closet that can easily be converted into an additional bedroom, office, or flex space. Hardwood floors, central air, and second-floor laundry complete this exceptional home.

Full Property Details for 48 W Highland Ave

General

  • Price: $875,000
  • Taxes: $11,520 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PAPH2640250
  • Updated: Today (6/23/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Washer

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: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 2

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • Area: 19118 (19118)
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: PHILADELPHIA
  • Subdivision: CHESTNUT HILL
  • Driving Directions: From I-76, take US-1 North to the Wissahickon Avenue exit. Follow Wissahickon north to Allen's Lane, turn right, then left on Germantown Avenue, and left onto West Highland Avenue.

School Information

  • School District: Philadelphia City

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Instant Hot Water

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 2,310
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 2,310 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,310 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,200
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Dimensions: 30.00 x 140.00
  • Zoning: RSA3

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $378.79
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $6,451
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $823,000
  • Tax Amount: $11,520
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2310

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 84

Listed by Houwzer, LLC, Patricia Gesswein

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    Houwzer, LLC

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Schools serving 48 W Highland Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District
NameGradesDistance
Jenks John S School
8301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118
K-80.2 mi
Roxborough High School
6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128
9-112.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 48 W Highland Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/23/2026
Listed
$875,000
9.38%
MLS
6/06/2022
Sold
$800,000
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Tax History for 48 W Highland Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,121
—
$823,000
—
2024
$10,121
2%
$823,000
5%
2023
$9,901
45%
$787,300
100%
2021
$6,851
-31%
-100%
2023
$9,901
32%
$742,300
39%
2020
$7,481
-4%
$534,400
-4%
2019
$7,808
63%
$557,800
63%
2018
$4,804
—
$343,200
—
2017
$4,804
10%
$343,200
—
2016
$4,384
-5%
$343,200
—
2015
$4,599
—
$343,200
—
2014
$4,599
12%
$343,200
717%
2013
$4,102
—
$41,984
—
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48 W Highland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (MLS# PAPH2640250) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 48 W Highland Avenue is currently listed for $875,000 and was received on June 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 48 W Highland Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Center City East? You can browse all Center City East real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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