48 W Highland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 - Photo 1

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$900,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,310 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

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

Full Property Details for 48 W Highland Ave

General

Sold For: $900,000
Taxes: $11,520 (2026)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSPhilly
MLS ID: PAPH2640250
Added to Site: 74 day(s) ago

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
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2310

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 84

Listed by Houwzer, LLC, Patricia Gesswein
Sold by Kurfiss Sotheby's International Realty, Lindsey Toconita

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Schools

Schools serving 48 W Highland Ave

School District:Philadelphia City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Jenks John S School 8301 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118	K-8	0.2 mi
Roxborough High School 6498 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19128	9-11	2.7 mi

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Price & Sales History for 48 W Highland Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/07/2026

Sold

$900,000

2.86%

MLS

6/23/2026

Listed

$875,000

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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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