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Property Description
Mixed-use property located in the heart of Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, featuring a street-level commercial space currently operating as a drop-off dry cleaning business and a spacious second-floor 2-bedroom apartment. The commercial unit benefits from excellent visibility and strong neighborhood foot traffic along one of Chestnut Hill's vibrant retail corridors, while the residential unit offers a comfortable layout and separation from the business below. This property is situated in one of Philadelphia's most desirable, walkable communities - known for its tree-lined streets, boutique shopping, acclaimed restaurants, historic architecture, and easy access to regional rail, parks, and cultural attractions. Ideal for an investor or owner-occupant seeking income potential in a thriving, transit-friendly neighborhood.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8522 Germantown Ave
General
- Price: $725,000
- Taxes: $5,529 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Retail
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: PAPH2583206
- Updated: 2/11/2026
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Business
- Business Type: Other/General Retail
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Restrooms: 2
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Type: Other
Location
- Area: 19118 (19118)
- Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
- County: PHILADELPHIA
- Driving Directions: Germantown Ave
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Masonry
- Basement: Yes
- Building Size: 1766
- Year Built: 1930
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
- # Tenants: Multiple
- Other Units: Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1, Unit 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,307
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: CMX1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $410.53
- For Lease: Yes
- School Tax: $3,096
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $395,000
- Tax Amount: $5,529
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Investment: Yes
- Lot Number: 113
Listed by Anchor Commercial Development LLC, Yvonne Hu
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Schools
Schools serving 8522 Germantown 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 | 2.8 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 8522 Germantown Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/11/2026
Listed
$725,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 8522 Germantown Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,529
—
$395,000
—
2024
$5,529
-13%
$395,000
100%
2021
$6,319
8%
-100%
2023
$5,830
-8%
$416,500
-8%
2020
$6,319
1%
$451,400
1%
2019
$6,257
3%
$447,000
3%
2018
$6,075
45%
$434,000
45%
2017
$4,195
—
$299,700
—
2016
$4,195
4%
$299,700
—
2015
$4,016
—
$299,700
—
2014
$4,016
-8%
$299,700
569%
2013
$4,377
—
$44,800
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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8522 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118 (MLS# PAPH2583206) is a Retail property. 8522 Germantown Avenue is currently listed for $725,000 and was received on February 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 8522 Germantown Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Retail 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.

