NOT LISTED FOR SALE

32 E Willow Grove Ave Philadelphia, PA 19118

Chestnut Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $645,000 - $802,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,240 Sq Ft
$336/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 02, 2024

Last sale price $677,500 $302 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,585/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Dual Staircase
  • 5-minute walk to Wyndmoor
  • Wood Flooring
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2024

Welcome to 32 E Willow Grove Ave, a spacious stone twin home c.1906 in Philadelphia's historic Chestnut Hill neighborhood. The interior of this exquisite property gets both morning and afternoon light and has been well-maintained over the years. Leading up to the home’s elegant front door is an expansive porch that overlooks the garden. You’ll enter into the home’s beautiful living room with its tall ceilings, large front and side windows, a wooden spindled staircase, and corner wood burning fireplace.

Continue on to the home’s spacious formal dining room that includes a deep coat closet for extra storage. The updated kitchen features a traditional black and white diamond ceramic tile floor, stainless steel GE Profile appliances, a water filtration system under the kitchen sink, and a stackable washer/dryer in the rear storage closet. Off of the kitchen is an additional staircase that leads to the 2nd floor.

The 2nd floor has 3 comfortable bedrooms and a hall bathroom with 2 linen closets for extra storage. The 3rd floor has 2 additional bedrooms and another full hall bathroom. There is also no shortage of character in this home with its the original hardwood floors throughout, detailed trim around every window and entryway, and solid wood paneled doors with vintage crystal doorknobs.

Continue outside to the rear fenced in backyard which spans 68 feet deep and includes a patio for outdoor dining, a raised garden bed, and swing set. The location of this house is second to none. You will be a half block away from Germantown Ave which has numerous restaurants and cafes such as Campbell’s Place, Cin Cin, Bredenbeck’s, Baker's Street and The Night Kitchen. Also, nearby is the Weavers Way Food Co-op, Wissahickon Park and convenient transportation options including the 23 bus line and the Wyndmoor and St. Martin's regional rail stations to Center City. This home is close to J.S. Jenks (public school), Springside Chestnut Hill, Crefeld School, La Salle College High School, Mt. Saint Joseph Academy (private schools), Chestnut Hill College and Arcadia University.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tony Wells

(215) 753-3312 tony.wells@compass.com Compass RE Listed on: 06/11/2024

Compass RE

Co-Listed By

Emily Terpak

(609) 605-6507 emily.terpak@compass.com Compass RE License #344376

Last Buyer's Agent

Rachel Reilly

(215) 868-5972 rachel@ewrhomes.com Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill License #RS292320

Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,680

Year Built

  • Built in 1906

Lot Details

  • 3,489 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 25.00 x 140.00
  • Wood Fence
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,240 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chestnut Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 17
  • Assessor Parcel Number 091082800

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,680

Year Built

Built in 1906

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Freezer located in the basement, stackable washer & dryer, all in "as is" condition.
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1906
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 32 E Willow Grove Ave, a spacious stone twin home c.1906 in Philadelphia's historic Chestnut Hill neighborhood. The interior of this exquisite property gets both morning and afternoon light and has been well-maintained over the years. Leading up to the home’s elegant front door is an expansive porch that overlooks the garden. You’ll enter into the home’s beautiful living room with its tall ceilings, large front and side windows, a wooden spindled staircase, and corner wood burning fireplace. Continue on to the home’s spacious formal dining room that includes a deep coat closet for extra storage. The updated kitchen features a traditional black and white diamond ceramic tile floor, stainless steel GE Profile appliances, a water filtration system under the kitchen sink, and a stackable washer/dryer in the rear storage closet. Off of the kitchen is an additional staircase that leads to the 2nd floor. The 2nd floor has 3 comfortable bedrooms and a hall bathroom with 2 linen closets for extra storage. The 3rd floor has 2 additional bedrooms and another full hall bathroom. There is also no shortage of character in this home with its the original hardwood floors throughout, detailed trim around every window and entryway, and solid wood paneled doors with vintage crystal doorknobs. Continue outside to the rear fenced in backyard which spans 68 feet deep and includes a patio for outdoor dining, a raised garden bed, and swing set. The location of this house is second to none. You will be a half block away from Germantown Ave which has numerous restaurants and cafes such as Campbell’s Place, Cin Cin, Bredenbeck’s, Baker's Street and The Night Kitchen. Also, nearby is the Weavers Way Food Co-op, Wissahickon Park and convenient transportation options including the 23 bus line and the Wyndmoor and St. Martin's regional rail stations to Center City. This home is close to J.S. Jenks (public school), Springside Chestnut Hill, Crefeld School, La Salle College High School, Mt. Saint Joseph Academy (private schools), Chestnut Hill College and Arcadia University.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven - Wall, Oven - Self Cleaning, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen - Island, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room Count: 10
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Outside Entrance, Full, Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 2240
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2240
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 307.59
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2240
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 32

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Roof: Flat, Pitched, Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • School District Key: 300200397108
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wood
  • Land Use Code: H58
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Dimensions: 25.00 x 140.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3489.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RSA3

Rental Info

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax: 4214.00
  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7680.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 091082800
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2240
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 08/02/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2024
Closed on
Jul 30, 2024
Sold by
Kahn Sheira A and Schultz Lisa A
Bought by
Seabury Alexandra and Kelly Sean
Seller's Agent
Tony Wells
Compass RE
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Reilly
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
List Price
$689,000
Sold Price
$677,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-1.67%
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$752,298

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,798
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.04%
Original Mortgage
$643,625
Outstanding Balance
$636,328
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$115,970

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2020
Closed on
Oct 22, 2020
Sold by
Hinton Craig and Hinton Mishael
Bought by
Kahn Sheira A and Schultz Lisa A
Seller's Agent
Miriam Mosquera-Martinez
Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Parker
Compass RE
List Price
$529,000
Sold Price
$540,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
2.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.22%
Original Mortgage
$459,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2011
Sold by
Massey Ken and Hilton Anna
Bought by
Hinton Craig and Hinton Mishael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,800
Interest Rate
4.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2004
Sold by
Dolgenos Thomas W and Ricks Sarah E
Bought by
Massey Ken and Hilton Anna L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 1994
Sold by
Hehmeyer Charles and Wahl Betsy Jo
Bought by
Dolgenos Thomas W and Ricks Sarah E
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Seabury Alexandra $677,500 Northwest Abstract
Kahn Sheira A $540,000 Good Deeds & Co
Hinton Craig $391,000 None Available
Massey Ken $375,000 First American Title Ins Co
Dolgenos Thomas W $159,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Seabury Alexandra $643,625
Previous Owner Kahn Sheira A $459,000
Previous Owner Hinton Craig $312,800
Previous Owner Massey Ken $300,000
Closed Massey Ken $56,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/02/2024 08/02/24 Sold $677,500 -1.7% $302 / Sq Ft
06/11/2024 06/11/24 For Sale $689,000 +27.6% $308 / Sq Ft
10/28/2020 10/28/20 Sold $540,000 0.0% $256 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/23/2020 09/23/20 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2020 09/23/20 Price Changed $540,000 +2.1% $256 / Sq Ft
09/20/2020 09/20/20 For Sale $529,000 -- $250 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $7,681 $775,700 $155,140 $620,560
2024 $7,681 $775,700 $155,140 $620,560
2023 $7,681 $548,700 $109,740 $438,960
2022 $5,021 $503,700 $109,740 $393,960
2021 $5,651 $0 $0 $0
2020 $5,651 $0 $0 $0
2019 $5,899 $0 $0 $0
2018 $5,151 $0 $0 $0
2017 $5,151 $0 $0 $0
2016 $4,731 $0 $0 $0
2015 $4,454 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $368,000 $82,336 $285,664
2012 -- $51,584 $10,463 $41,121
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tony Wells

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Tony Wells

    Compass RE

    (215) 753-3312

    5 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Tony Wells
    Section Image
  • Emily Terpak

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Emily Terpak

    Compass RE

    (609) 605-6507

    1 in this area

    130 Total Sales

    Emily Terpak
    Section Image
  • Rachel Reilly

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Rachel Reilly

    Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

    (215) 868-5972

    14 in this area

    188 Total Sales

    Rachel Reilly
    Section Image
  • Miriam Mosquera-Martinez

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Miriam Mosquera-Martinez

    Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill

    (610) 639-4397

    2 in this area

    108 Total Sales

    Miriam Mosquera-Martinez
    Section Image
  • Lauren Parker

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Lauren Parker

    Compass RE

    (267) 872-3531

    2 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Lauren Parker
    Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: PAPH2354194

Bright MLS

APN: 091082800

Pennsylvania Philadelphia County Philadelphia 19118 Chestnut Hill

32 E Willow Grove Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This home is located at 32 E Willow Grove Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118 since 11 June 2024 and is currently estimated at $752,298, approximately $335 per square foot. This property was built in 1906. 32 E Willow Grove Ave is a home located in Philadelphia County with nearby schools including John Story Jenks Academy for the Arts an, Roxborough High School, and Renaissance Charter School.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.

Bright MLS The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
Listing information is from various brokers who participate in the Bright MLS IDX program and not all listings may be visible on the site.
The property information being provided on or through the website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and such information may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Some properties which appear for sale on the website may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold or are no longer being offered for sale.
Property information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
Copyright 2025 Bright MLS, Inc.

Nearby Homes