151 W School House Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144

5 Beds
4 Baths
6,112 Sqft
20,473 Sqft lot
0.47 Acre lot
Status: Active
Property Type: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1850
Neighborhood: Germantown
Days on Website: 186

Courtesy of Carl Caldas, Coldwell Banker Realty cbpoldcityadmins@cbpref.com

Description

151 W School House is a Queen Ann Victorian home, with multifamily zoning, available for the first time in 4 decades. This 6000+ sq foot property turns heads with its original stone work, lush garden and a massive lot sitting at 95b4; x 217b4;. Shielded from the street by mature trees and a thoughtfully landscaped yard, the large wrap around porch provides ample space for indoor/outdoor living. The brick driveway stretches to a hidden backyard and original carriage house with renovation potential. Upon entering this home, past the vestibule you are greeted by a grand entry hallway featuring handsome parquet flooring and a cozy wood burning fireplace. Venturing into the first-floor owner unit, one is greeted by a generous living and dining area with original hardwood flooring. The ornate Dutch windows and detailed woodwork extend to the adjacent bedroom.The first floor ''great room'' could provide additional living and studio space with beautiful stone walls and a fireplace. The spacious and bright eat-in kitchen offers tons of potential for personal touches. The second and third floors are arranged for a multi-generational home or separate units all equipped with kitchen and baths. Laundry is located on the 2nd floor. Vast grounds allow for further gardening and entertaining. This gorgeous home is a rare opportunity. Situated within the Germantown/Penn Knox neighborhood adjacent to Germantown Friends School and Meeting, Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, and Penn Charter. Schedule your showings today.

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Property Details and Features

  • Full
  • 4 total bathrooms
  • 3 bathrooms on all upper levels
  • 4 full bathrooms
  • 1 full bathroom on main level
  • 4 bedrooms on upper levels
  • 5 bedrooms
  • 1 bedroom on main level
  • 6,112 sqft living area
  • 6,112 sqft above grade (finished)
  • Built in 1850
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • 3 levels
  • Victorian
  • Stone
  • Wood Siding
  • Electric
  • Window Unit(s)
  • 3 fireplaces
  • Stone
  • 2 garage spaces
  • Radiant
  • Upper Floor
  • 135 days on market
  • $110 per sqft
  • Property SubType: Single Family Residential
  • Municipality: PHILADELPHIA
  • County: Philadelphia
  • MLS Area: 19144 (19144)
  • Subdivision: Germantown
  • 20,577 sqft
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 95.00 x 217.00
  • 0.47 acres
  • Other Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • School District: THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
  • Public Sewer
  • City/Town Tax: $1,492
  • City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • School Tax: $1,900
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,393
  • Tax Year: 2024

This content last updated on January 20, 2025 1:02PM.