9159 Green Tree Road is the classic Chestnut Hill home you've been looking for; it's filled with charm, function, and loads of natural light. Situated on nearly half an acre, the lush grounds, private access lane, serene views, and stunning in-ground pool make this a true oasis in one of Philadelphia's most desirable neighborhoods. The home greets you with a sun-drenched foyer, large living room with wood-burning fireplace and access to the side patio, a bright dining room, centrally located kitchen, powder room, and a jaw dropping sunroom featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood-burning stove, and custom built-in cabinetry; the sunroom also leads outside to the wraparound deck complete with hot tub and nearby vegetable garden. The second floor boasts a master bedroom with ensuite bath, 2 additional bedrooms, hall bath, cedar closet, and an office/laundry room. The third floor offers 2 generously sized bedrooms and another full bath. The finished basement is great for storage, a home gym, or playroom it also includes a wet bar, workshop, and 2-car rear-entry garage. The windows and doors were recently replaced with Marvin, along with custom shades in every room. Just an easy walk to the top of the hill and all that Chestnut Hill has to offer - public transportation (Septa and access to Amtrak lines), shops and restaurants, and the Wissahickon; this home is a true gem!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$522Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lindsey Toconita• KW Philly
•215-607-6007 (broker)
•agismondi@kw.com (broker)
Bought with Terry Maginnis• BHHS Fox & Roach-Chestnut Hill
Norman Stone colonial with a wonderful floor plan including Living room, Dining room, Powder room, Eat-in-Kitchen which extends into a Family room with floor to ceiling windows. A wrap around deck draws one outside into a mature, completely fenced garden and in ground pool. Storage areas include a small Fairmount Park house and extra storage shed. There are four bedrooms, a sitting room and a small office/laundry room with three bathrooms. The basement has a wonderful finished room with tiled floor and small sink as well as a small bathroom. This is a great house and looking even better in Spring time.
BRIGHT MLS #1000834085
Jan 17, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Jul 10, 2008
Listed
$895,000
$230/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 21, 1992
Sold
$440,000
$113/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #PAPH431980
Oct 21, 1991
Listed
$440,000
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,741 (−8.2%)
$244,900 + $979,600
$1,224,500
2025
$17,141 (+26.3%)
$244,900 + $979,600
$1,224,500
2024
$13,568
$193,860 + $775,440
$969,300
2023
$13,568 (+29.1%)
$193,860 + $775,440
$969,300
2022
$10,508
$225,210 + $525,490
$750,700
2021
$10,508
$225,210 + $525,490
$750,700
2020
$10,508 (−4.2%)
$225,210 + $525,490
$750,700
2019
$10,967 (+16.1%)
$235,050 + $548,450
$783,500
2018
$9,447
$202,470 + $472,430
$674,900
2017
$9,447 (+4.5%)
$202,470 + $472,430
$674,900
2015
$9,044
$91,400 + $583,500
$674,900
2014
$9,043 (−7.3%)
$91,400 + $583,500
$674,900
2013
$9,755 (+3.6%)
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
2012
$9,417 (+3.9%)
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
2011
$9,067 (+9.9%)
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
2010
$8,251
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
Tax history for 9159 Green Tree Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,741 (−8.2%)
$244,900 + $979,600
$1,224,500
2025
$17,141 (+26.3%)
$244,900 + $979,600
$1,224,500
2024
$13,568
$193,860 + $775,440
$969,300
2023
$13,568 (+29.1%)
$193,860 + $775,440
$969,300
2022
$10,508
$225,210 + $525,490
$750,700
2021
$10,508
$225,210 + $525,490
$750,700
2020
$10,508 (−4.2%)
$225,210 + $525,490
$750,700
2019
$10,967 (+16.1%)
$235,050 + $548,450
$783,500
2018
$9,447
$202,470 + $472,430
$674,900
2017
$9,447 (+4.5%)
$202,470 + $472,430
$674,900
2015
$9,044
$91,400 + $583,500
$674,900
2014
$9,043 (−7.3%)
$91,400 + $583,500
$674,900
2013
$9,755 (+3.6%)
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
2012
$9,417 (+3.9%)
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
2011
$9,067 (+9.9%)
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
2010
$8,251
$32,675 + $67,165
$99,840
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
2.5
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
183 ft.
Lot size
0.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,890
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Philadelphia County
APN
091188400
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
Sep 11, 2026 • Active
Electrical
Perform electrical work.
Addition
Remodel
May 19, 2025 • Active
Plumbing
Replace vanities, toilets, and showers in the second floor hallway and master bathrooms. The work includes underfloor plumbing for both locations.
Bathroom
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.