208 Rex Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19118
- 9 beds
- 7 baths
- 9,800 sqft
- ~1 acre lot
- $229 per sqft
- 1860 build
Potentially a multi-unit or Development Site Zoned for 4 units in the existing Historic House plus an addition in the rear and 2 single family houses totaling 7 dwellings. An 1860 Italianate grand house with a 1927 Arts and Craft addition comprises 10 000+SF on 60,000 square foot corner lot in the heart of Chestnut Hill. The existing pool and gardens can be Incorporated in the development plans. Walk to the charming shops of Chestnut Hill or Fairmount Park in minutes. Philadelphia architect H. Louis Duhring. added his studio in a bi-level space with a floor to ceiling north facing window. Presently there are three living spaces and 15 car parking. Enter from the wraparound porch though Italianate front door to the main residence with a formal dining room with three sets of French doors opening to porches, gardens and terraces on both sides and a greenhouse to the rear. Across the grand entrance hall is a formal living room with a center fireplace and large glass French doors. The library/music room has a stone fireplace, beamed ceiling and a wall of bookshelves with glass doors overlooking gardens. The kitchen area is replete with high wooden cabinets, large windows and a separate laundry room with powder room. Hardwood. floors are throughout with plaster walls, moldings and tile baseboards. A grand, skylight stairwell leads to the second level. The primary bedroom suite faces South with Walking closet and bathroom with large tub and French tile floors – A second bedroom with private balcony overlooking the atrium and skylight has a Delft tile bath. The third bedroom has a fireplace and a connecting door to an office with floor-to-ceiling closets entrance from the bedroom. The staircase to the third floor is covered with a large skylight. There are 4 additional bedrooms flowing from the center hall with a full tile bathroom and an office connecting to the storage hall. The bi-level apartment features dramatic architectural elements 22'x35 living room with stone fireplace one bedroom and separate loft overlooking bilevel space and a corner dining room flooded with light on both sides. A Lower-level Grotto apartment includes a large walk-in fireplace, full kitchen, 22'x35' LR and private terrace. The other ground level space includes the original kitchen with a dumb waiter, utility rooms and wine cellar. An amazing opportunity to bring the old-world charm into the 21st century. Presented in AS-IS Condition. The owner of this property is a licensed real estate broker in the state of Pennsylvania
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Last updated Mar 16, 2025
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MLS# PAPH2455526 —
The Building
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Year Built:1860
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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Roof:Flat, Pitched
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Combination, Mixed Plumbing, Other, Stone, Block
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Building Levels:4
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Structure Type:Detached
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Architect Name:H.Louis Duhring
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Historic:Yes
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Architectural Style:Victorian, Other
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Levels:4
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Main Entrance:West
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Door Features:Double Entry, French, Storm
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Security Features:Security System
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Window Features:Bay/Bow, Skylights, Transom
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Accessibility Features:None
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Other Equipment:Negotiable
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Foundation Details:Stone, Brick/Mortar
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Other, Daylight, Full, Combination
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Building Winterized:Yes
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Total SqFt Source:Estimated
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Assessor
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:9800
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Assessor
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Assessor
Interior
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Interior Features:Butlers Pantry, Exposed Beams, Wet/Dry Bar, Kitchen - Eat-In, Additional Stairway, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings
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Room List:Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Library, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Office, Solarium, Storage Room, Workshop, Bathroom 1, Full Bath, Half Bath
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Room Count:19
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Flooring Type:Wood, Tile/Brick
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplaces:5
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Fireplace Features:Stone, Mantel(s)
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Wall & Ceilings:Cathedral Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
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Living Area SqFt Source:Estimated
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:9800
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Living Area SqFt:9,800 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Acceptable Financing:Conventional
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Possession:Negotiable
Location
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Directions:Seminole Avenue to Rex Avenue - Turn north onto Rex Avenue towards Germantown Avenue Property on the left corner of Rex and Crefeld -two entrances to semicircular driveway
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Cross Street:CREFELD
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Latitude:40.07393000
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Longitude:-75.21165000
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Condition:Average
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:1.42
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot Size Dimensions:209.00 x 273.00
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Lot Dimensions Source:Assessor
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Lot Features:Corner, Sloping, Trees/Wooded, Landscaping, Poolside, Private, Rear Yard, Road Frontage, Secluded
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Lot SqFt:61,674 Sqft
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Exclusions:Lighting Fixtures, Stained Glass,Sculptures, Iron Work, Mirrors, Doors, tiles
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Zoning:RSD3
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Zoning Description:Permit for 2 single families plus 5 condominiums in main house
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Outdoor Living Structures:Deck(s), Roof, Patio(s), Porch(es), Balcony
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Horse:No
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Waterview:No
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:No
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Water Access:No
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Land Use Code:G58
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Ground Rent Exists:No
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (215) 869-8015
- Office phone:
- (215) 735-2225
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:092217910
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Lot:50
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Tax Annual Amount:$13,981
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Tax Assessed Value:$998,800
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Year Assessed:2025
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School Tax:7829.0
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City/Town Tax:6151.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:9
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Upper Level Bedrooms:8
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Lower Level Bedrooms:1
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Lower Level Bedrooms:1
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Bedrooms Upper Level:3
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Bedrooms Upper Level 3:5
Baths
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Total Baths:7
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Full Baths:5
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Half Baths:2
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Main Level Baths:2.00
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Main Level Half Baths:2
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Upper Level Full Baths:4
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:4
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Upper Level 2 Total Baths:2.00
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Upper Level 3 Total Baths:2.00
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All Lower Levels Total Baths:1
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Lower Level Total Baths:1.00
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Upper Level 2 Full Baths:2
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Upper Level 3 Full Baths:2
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Wall Unit
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Central Air:No
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Hot Water
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Heating Fuel:Oil, Wood
Utilities
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Utilities:Cable TV, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Other
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Electric Service:Circuit Breakers
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Hot Water:Oil, Natural Gas
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Water Source:Public
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Internet Services:Cable, Fiber Optic
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Washer
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Laundry Type:Main Floor, Upper Floor, Lower Floor
Schools
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School District Name:Philadelphia City
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School District Source:Listing Agent
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Chestnut Hill
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Senior Community:No
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Exterior Features:Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Gutter System, Outside Shower, Play Area, Other
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Pool:Yes - Personal
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Pool Features:In Ground
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Spa:No
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Association Recreation Fee:No
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
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Municipal Trash:Yes
Parking
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Total Garage and Parking Spaces:15
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Garage:No
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Type of Parking:Driveway
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Parking Features:Circular Driveway, Lighted Parking
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Driveway - # of Spaces:15
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$2,250,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$12,048
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Taxes | $1,165 |
Insurance | $618 |
Utilities | $771 See report |
Total | $14,602/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/15/25
Mar 15, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $2,250,000 |