5 Beds
4 Baths
5,898 SqFt
5 Beds
4 Baths
5,898 SqFt
Open House
Sun May 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 5,898 sqft
Price per Sqft $330
Lot Size 0.863 Acres
MLS Listing ID PAPH2593534
Style Traditional
Subdivision Chestnut Hill
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Short Sale No
HOA Y/N N
Originating MLS BRIGHT
Available Date 2026-05-15
Property Description
Introducing 401 W. Springfield Avenue, a distinguished Chestnut Hill residence with origins dating to the late 19th century, thoughtfully reimagined in 1961 by architect H. Shoppy and builder Braun Bros. Set on 0.86 private acres framed by mature trees and layered gardens, the home reflects a refined interpretation of the French Provincial tradition with soft-toned masonry, tall vertical windows, and timeless architectural detailing.
Offering 5 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half baths, approximately 5,898 square feet of living space, and a 2-car garage, the residence balances architectural character with modern livability. A gracious center hall introduces beautifully preserved hardwood floors, original millwork, deep window sills, and a sweeping curved staircase with elegant wrought iron railing.
Formal living and dining rooms are filled with natural light and framed by oversized paned windows, fireplaces, and direct access to the gardens. An intimate sitting room or library transitions naturally to the kitchen, which features adobe tile flooring, custom cabinetry, a bright breakfast nook, and open sightlines to the adjoining family room with exposed beams, built-ins, raised-hearth fireplace, and a dramatic wall of windows overlooking the grounds.
Upstairs, the spacious primary suite opens to a Juliet balcony overlooking the gardens and includes a dressing room and ensuite bath. Additional bedrooms offer generous proportions, abundant natural light, and flexibility for family, guests, or office space.
Surrounded by mature plantings, layered gardens, and under a canopy of trees, 401 W. Springfield Avenue offers a rare combination of privacy, architectural character, and livability in the heart of Chestnut Hill. Just minutes from the neighborhood's charming shops, acclaimed restaurants, the scenic Wissahickon trails, and convenient train access to Center City Philadelphia, Manhattan and DC, the residence reflects a distinctly European sensibility while remaining deeply connected to the rhythm of modern life.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19118 (19118)
Zoning RSD1
Rooms
Basement Partial
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Natural Gas
1-purchase type For Sale
Exterior
Garage Other
Garage Spaces 2
Waterfront N
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Parking Type Detached Garage, Driveway
Total Parking Spaces 2
Building
New Construction N
Story 2
Foundation Stone
Lot Dimensions 240.00 x 163.00
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Traditional
Story 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Schools
School District Philadelphia City
Others
Senior Community No
Tax Amount $24,947
Tax Year 2025
Tax ID 092161125
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 5898
Special Sale Standard
