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Photo 1 of Single family home for sale at 8864 Towanda St, Philadelphia, PA 19118 | MLS# PAPH2649568 | Listing updated on 2026-07-17
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$2,350,000

Monthly Est:$11,697

  • Beds Icon5 Beds
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    4 Baths
  • Beds Icon7,536sqft

8864 Towanda St, Philadelphia, PA 19118

$11,697/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1870

  • $-- HOA

  • 30,488 sqft lot

  • $312/sq.ft

Description

Nestled in one of Chestnut Hill's most secluded but convenient locations, this exquisite traditional residence, originally built in 1870 and thoughtfully renovated and expanded offers a harmonious blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Spanning 7,500 square feet on four levels including the finished walk-out daylight basement, this home is designed for both comfort and elegance. As you step inside, you are greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere, accentuated by the rich details of the traditional architectural style. The heart of the home features an eat-in kitchen, equipped with a commercial range, dishwasher, and disposal, ensuring that culinary adventures are ...

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  • Listing updated: July 17, 2026 at 8:15 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Robert Atlee Hodgson (610) 742-4080 | Compass Pennsylvania, LLC (610) 947-0408
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: PAPH2649568 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Philadelphia Pa County

  • City

    Philadelphia

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1870

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    7,536 sqft

  • Lot Size

    30,488 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    PAPH2649568

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    1

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 5

    Bathrooms: 4

Interior

  • Appliances

    Commercial Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator

  • Interior Features

    Bathroom Stall Shower, Kitchen Eat In, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Bathroom Tub Shower, Built Ins, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan Traditional, Formal/separate Dining Room

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Heating

    Forced Air, Radiant

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1870

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Property Condition

    Good

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Roof

    Metal, Shingle

  • Architectural Style

    Traditional

  • Construction Materials

    Stucco, Stone

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Security Features

    Security System

  • Fireplace Features

    Gas/propane

  • Electric

    200+ Amp Service, Underground

  • Basement

    Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Chestnut Hill

  • Lot Features

    Front Yard, Irregular, Rear Yard, Side Yard(s), Sloping, Trees/wooded

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Deck, Porch

Price History

DateEventPrice

07/17/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH2649568

Listed for Sale

$2,350,000 +136.18%

$312/sqft

11/19/2007

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #PAPH142488

Sold

$995,000

$132/sqft

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