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Off Market Mar 2013 for $550K

$1,335,622

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3,254

sq ft

20 W Bells Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19118

About this home

Rare find in the heart of Chestnut Hill-gracious Queen Anne circa 1891 w/ 1910-1914 alterations designed by intl renowned architect Horace Trumbauer. This home is perched on a hill & bursting w/ natural light. The ideal size & layout, fenced in 1/2 acre of private grounds w/ rare specimen plantings and mature trees. Plenty of off street parking and detached garage. 1st Fl: front porch leads into receiving room with magnificent wood burning stone fireplace, formal dining room, brand new kitchen w/ stainless Bosch appliances, granite & breakfast area. Exceptionally lg living room has wood burning fireplace and gliding doors that lead you to the patio/yard. Powder room and laundry conveniently on this floor 2ndFL:Master suite with dressing room and private bathroom, 3 additional generous sized rooms and a full bath. Second bedroom has French doors & balcony overlooking the grounds. Finished attic w/ view room can be used as a home office or playroom. Full basement has plenty of storage. Walk to: Forbidden Drive, shops, rest. .

Single-familyProperty Type

1891Year Built

0.47 acresLot Size

$410Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Francesca Prieto • Coldwell Banker Realty

•215-923-7600 (broker)

•cbpoldcityadmins@cbpref.com (broker)

Bought with Kristin McFeely • Coldwell Banker Realty

•215-923-7600 (broker)

•cbpoldcityadmins@cbpref.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #1004021098

Redfin Estimate

$1,335,622

$786K since sold in March 2013$67K since August

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This home's estimate is 14.1% higher than the average sale price ($1.17M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD DEC 29, 2025
$1,320,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,078 sq ft
8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$930,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,394 sq ft
50 W Highland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$1,580,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,629 sq ft
205 W Highland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$900,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,310 sq ft
48 W Highland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,125,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,908 sq ft
91 E Bells Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19118

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Market trends in Chestnut Hill, PA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.2%

+2.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$267K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

5 days MoM

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4 MoM

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$525,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,276 sq ft
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Sale history for 20 W Bells Mill Rd

Date

Event

Price

TREND #6078234

Mar 15, 2013

Sold

$550,000

$169/sq ft

Feb 15, 2013

Pending

—

Sep 18, 2012

Price Changed

$649,900

$200/sq ft

Jul 23, 2012

Price Changed

$699,900

$215/sq ft

Jul 4, 2012

Listed

$725,000

$223/sq ft

+20

BRIGHT MLS #1004021098

Mar 15, 2013

Sold

$550,000

$169/sq ft

Jan 28, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Jul 4, 2012

Listed

$649,900

$200/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 31, 2002

Sold

$372,000

$114/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #PAPH270820

Jun 12, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Mar 3, 2002

Listed

$372,000

$114/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 9, 2001

Sold

$280,000

$86/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1003583945

Mar 19, 2001

Listed

$280,000

$86/sq ft

Mar 19, 2001

Listing Removed

—

BRIGHT MLS #PAPH711202

Jan 14, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Oct 16, 2000

Listed

$289,500

$89/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 12, 1991

Sold

$190,000

$58/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,403 (−14.6%)

$211,500 + $846,000

$1,057,500

2025

$15,686 (+11.4%)

$224,100 + $896,500

$1,120,600

2024

$14,075 (−16.6%)

$201,100 + $804,400

$1,005,500

2023

$16,880 (+67.8%)

$241,180 + $964,720

$1,205,900

2022

$10,059

$215,580 + $503,020

$718,600

2021

$10,059

$215,580 + $503,020

$718,600

2020

$10,059 (−4.2%)

$215,580 + $503,020

$718,600

2019

$10,499 (+31.9%)

$225,000 + $525,000

$750,000

2018

$7,961

$170,610 + $398,090

$568,700

2017

$7,960 (+4.5%)

$170,610 + $398,090

$568,700

2015

$7,621

$88,800 + $479,900

$568,700

2014

$7,620 (−1.3%)

$88,800 + $479,900

$568,700

2013

$7,723 (+3.6%)

$28,416 + $50,624

$79,040

2012

$7,455 (−16.9%)

$28,416 + $50,624

$79,040

2011

$8,974 (+9.9%)

$54,640 + $44,176

$98,816

2010

$8,166

$54,640 + $44,176

$98,816

Tax history for 20 W Bells Mill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$13,403 (−14.6%)

$211,500 + $846,000

$1,057,500

2025

$15,686 (+11.4%)

$224,100 + $896,500

$1,120,600

2024

$14,075 (−16.6%)

$201,100 + $804,400

$1,005,500

2023

$16,880 (+67.8%)

$241,180 + $964,720

$1,205,900

2022

$10,059

$215,580 + $503,020

$718,600

2021

$10,059

$215,580 + $503,020

$718,600

2020

$10,059 (−4.2%)

$215,580 + $503,020

$718,600

2019

$10,499 (+31.9%)

$225,000 + $525,000

$750,000

2018

$7,961

$170,610 + $398,090

$568,700

2017

$7,960 (+4.5%)

$170,610 + $398,090

$568,700

2015

$7,621

$88,800 + $479,900

$568,700

2014

$7,620 (−1.3%)

$88,800 + $479,900

$568,700

2013

$7,723 (+3.6%)

$28,416 + $50,624

$79,040

2012

$7,455 (−16.9%)

$28,416 + $50,624

$79,040

2011

$8,974 (+9.9%)

$54,640 + $44,176

$98,816

2010

$8,166

$54,640 + $44,176

$98,816

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

2.5

Lot width

98 ft.

Lot depth

211 ft.

Lot size

0.47 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,254

Year built

1892

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Philadelphia County

APN

092236900

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.

RSD-1

/EDO

/NIS

/WWO

Residential Single-Family Detached-1 District

The RSD, Residential Single-Family Detached districts are primarily intended to accommodate detached houses on individual lots. It is intended that RSD zoning be applied in areas where the land use pattern is characterized predominately by detached houses on individual lots or where such a land use pattern is desired in the future. The Zoning Code includes three RSD districts that are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements.

Zone overlays

Eighth District Overlay District
Narcotics Injection Sites Overlay District
Wissahickon Watershed Overlay District

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Recreation-Other

Mar 11, 2014 • Final

Bp_mech

Remove and install a new gas furnace with ductwork in a single-family home.

HVAC

Oct 18, 2013 • Final

Pp_plumbng

Disconnect the septic system, pump out and fill the septic tank, and connect the house drain to the existing city sewer lateral.

Plumbing

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Detached Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Range, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Energy Efficient Appliances
Entry Location: Foyer
Flooring Type: Wood
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Butlers Pantry, Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Dining Area
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings

Room Information
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Attic
Laundry Type: Main Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Stone

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished

Exterior

Property Information
Improvement Assessed Value: $50,624
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Good
Year Built Source: Estimated
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2012

Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Details: Stone
Other Structures: Above Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Balcony
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow

Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 124X172
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $28,416

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,254
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Assessed Value: $79,040
Tax Year: 2012
Tax Annual Amount: $7,455

Utilities

Utilities Information
200+ Amp Service
Oil, Radiator
Heating Fuel: Oil
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Location Information
Cross Street: GERMANTOWN AVE
Municipality: PHILADELPHIA

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,254
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1892
Year Renovated: —
County: Philadelphia County
APN: 092236900

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Jenks John S School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

7/10

Roxborough High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi

1/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years

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Philadelphia, PA • 19118

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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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$1.27M – $1.54M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
16 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4650 Sq. Ft.	$2,282,522
11 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 7 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5706 Sq. Ft.	$2,541,810

Address	Redfin Estimate
22 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 3990 Sq. Ft.	$2,804,646
15 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 6 Beds \| 6.5 Baths \| 7335 Sq. Ft.	$3,558,182

Address	Redfin Estimate
26 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5916 Sq. Ft.	$2,366,448
2 W Bells Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,032,452

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