117 W Springfield Ave Philadelphia, PA 19118
Chestnut Hill Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,532
Sq Ft
4,851
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- 90% Forced Air Heating System
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wrap Around Porch
About This Home
As of March 2025Step into timeless elegance with this stunning 4-bedroom + den, 3-bathroom Victorian twin at 117 W Springfield, nestled on a serene, tree-lined street in the heart of Chestnut Hill. This spacious 2,500 sqft home blends historic charm with comfortable living, featuring a wrap-around porch, original wood floors, and sun-drenched rooms. The cozy living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace, while the elegant formal dining room charms with blue floral wallpaper and a lovely chandelier. The well-appointed kitchen offers wood and tile countertops, a center island, and a new stainless steel stove, to match with your stainless steel dishwasher and refrigerator, and the kitchen is completed with a cozy breakfast nook for casual meals. Upstairs, the second floor includes a spacious bedroom currently used as a family room with a wood-burning fireplace, an office with built-in shelves, and a serene primary suite with ample closet space and a bay window which fills this room with an abundance of northern sunlight. Two additional bedrooms and a charming bathroom with a clawfoot tub complete the third floor. The backyard, shaded by a mature tree, features a brick passageway leading to two rented parking spaces in the rear, accessible by Creffield Street. Ideally located just steps from Germantown Avenue’s vibrant shops and dining and surrounded by the scenic trails of Wissahickon Valley, this Chestnut Hill gem offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience—your dream home awaits!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square License #AB042059A Listed on: 02/21/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square License #AB042059A Listed on: 02/21/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,895
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 4,851 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 28.00 x 173.00
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Traditional Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 2,532 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace Mantel
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Rear Basement Entry
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- On-Site Parking for Rent
- On-Street Parking
- Parking Lot
- Parking Fee
Outdoor Features
- Wrap Around Porch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 90% Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Chestnut Hill Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 66
- Assessor Parcel Number 092158600
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2025
Closed on
Mar 26, 2025
Sold by
Krauss Helga
Bought by
Danforth Tracey and Winebrake Peter
Seller's Agent
Natalie Kowalchuk
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
Buyer's Agent
Natalie Kowalchuk
BHHS Fox & Roach At the Harper, Rittenhouse Square
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$785,000
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,800
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2015
Sold by
Chapman Lawrence Y and Krauss Helga
Bought by
Chapman Lawrence Y and Krauss Helga
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 1993
Bought by
Chapman Lawrence Y and Krauss Helga
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $785,000 | Trident Land Transfer | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Deed | $198,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | Sold | $785,000 | 0.0% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 02/23/2025 02/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | For Sale | $785,000 | -- | $310 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,861 | $740,000 | $148,000 | $592,000 |
| 2024 | $8,861 | $740,000 | $148,000 | $592,000 |
| 2023 | $8,861 | $633,000 | $126,600 | $506,400 |
| 2022 | $6,509 | $588,000 | $126,600 | $461,400 |
| 2021 | $7,139 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $7,139 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $7,451 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $5,714 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $5,714 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $5,714 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $39,885 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $408,200 | $129,531 | $278,669 |
| 2012 | -- | $58,144 | $13,446 | $44,698 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2025
Natalie Kowalchuk
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 837-4151
1 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Lisa Budnick
BHHS Fox & Roach
(215) 779-0302
1 in this area
83 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: PAPH2445504
APN: 092158600
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