Change Real Estate Presents:

308 Rex Avenue
Philadelphia PA 19118

Sold for $1,540,000.00 Closed

Close Date: 2025-11-07

Philadelphia
7 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
6,744 build ft2
43,560 land ft2

About This Property

John Quincy Adams was President when the original part of this stately farmhouse was built in 1829. Additions were made in 1906, 1927, and 1960, resulting in the spacious property that exists today. This home is flooded with sunlight and has beautiful natural oak woodwork and hard wood floors throughout. The first floor offers a living room, a den, a large dining room with a wood burning fireplace, a kitchen with natural gas cooking and a butlers pantry and laundry area, a half bath, an enclosed side porch, and numerous Dutch doors. The second floor has four large bedrooms, one with an attached office that could also be used as a nursery, along with a full bath. The third floor has three more bedrooms, a storage room, and another full bath. There is a slate roof, and a newer boiler and water heater. The grounds are breathtaking. Out back there is a slate patio below a stunning pool that is perfect for cooling off in the summer and entertaining. The yard, one of the largest in the area, is expansive on both the side and to the rear of the property and has many beautiful natural plantings. The location can't be beat. The shops and restaurants at the Top of the Hill are within walking distance and a couple of blocks in the other direction the road takes you to one of the most tranquil spots in the Wissahickon Valley, where the Tedyuscung statue sits atop Council Rock. Septa regional rail is within couple of blocks for an easy ride to Center City and the Turnpike and Blue Route are a short drive away. Make an appointment to see this special property today. *Lot dimensions, assessments and taxes are both parcels combined

Listing Agent: Richard J McIlhenny. RE/MAX Services 215-275-6303 rmac88@gmail.com

Property Features

Location Information
County:
Subdivision: CHESTNUT HILL
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Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Gas
Interior: Attic, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Dining Area, Chair Railings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Wood Floors
Laundry:
Furnished: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Water: Public
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: Radiant
Fireplaces: 3
Windows:
Utilities:
Sewer: Public Sewer
Rooms
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Upper 2
Room Type: Bedroom
Level: Upper 2
Room Type: Additional Bedroom
Level: Upper 2
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Bathroom 3
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Office
Level: Upper 1
Room Type: Living Room
Features: Fireplace - Other, Flooring - HardWood
Level: Main
Room Type: Dining Room
Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
Level: Main
Room Type: Den
Level: Main
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1829
Subdivision Name: Chestnut Hill
Schools
Elementary School: None
Junior High School: None
High School: None

IDXListing Courtesy of Richard J McIlhenny. RE/MAX Services 215-275-6303 rmac88@gmail.com

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