Pending House MLS# PAPH2664568

240 E SPRINGFIELD AVE

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19118

$525,000

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About 240 E SPRINGFIELD AVE

Pull up to 240 E Springfield Ave, a quiet, tree-lined corner street in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. You're just a few minutes walk from the main avenue, steps from the train, but tucked away in a cove that feels like your own hidden retreat.

Walk through the front door and you'll immediately feel the warmth, open natural light, and elegant character. Hardwood floors stretch through the main living spaces, catching the sunlight that pours in through the glass patio doors, kitchen skylight, and stairwell encased window. Everything feels bright and open, but still cozy. A comfortable setting for both everyday living and social gatherings.

Then there's the bathroom. It's not just functional—it's a standout feature. Deep blue paneled walls, classic fixtures, the kind of timeless style that makes you smile every time you walk in. It's one of those details that makes a house feel like a home.

Step out the patio doors and you've got your own secret garden: a brick patio wrapped in mature greenery. It's the kind of space that becomes your go-to—morning coffee spot, weekend brunch with friends, or just a quiet place after a long day.

Chestnut Hill's shops, cafés, small businesses and restaurants are practically at your doorstep. If you need to get into Center City the train station is right there. You get all the charm of neighborhood living without sacrificing convenience. Full of elegant updates, beautifully cared for, and ideally located, 240 E Springfield Ave is a special opportunity to enjoy everything this sought-after part of Philadelphia has to offer. Updates made to house since last purchase: • New washer and dryer (2018) • New roof, gutters, soffit and kitchen skylight (2018) • New patio sliding door and new front entry door (2018) • New kitchen appliances (2019) • Re-laid brick patio and added stone landscaping to property (2020) • New patio gate (2020) • Painted exterior stucco (2020) • New shutters by©Timberlane (2020) • Remodel stairs (2022) • Remodel full bathroom by ©Harth Builders (2023) • New windows by ©Andersen (2024) • New HVAC and electric heat pump (2025) • New hot water heater (2025)

Property details

Property

Type
Twin/Semi-Detached
MLS type
Single Family Home
Status
Pending
Year built
1950
Stories
2
Living area
1,276 sqft
Price / sqft
$411
Lot
0.05
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Original price
$525,000
MLS #
PAPH2664568

Interior

Features
Central A/C, Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Skylight(s), true, Central, Electric, Main Floor, Wood
Flooring
Wood
Heating
true, Central
Cooling
Central A/C
Laundry
Main Floor

Exterior & lot

Features
Other, Above Grade, Below Grade, Patio
Construction
Stucco, 2, Concrete Perimeter, Shingle
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Lot
RSA3, 091074115
Patio & porch
Patio

Schools

District
Philadelphia City School District

Utilities

Utilities
Public Sewer, Public, Cable tv, Circuit breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Financial

Financial
BRIGHT_MAIN
Annual tax
$6,735
Tax year
2026
Parcel
091074115

Location

Subdivision
CHESTNUT HILL
Area
19118 (19118)
County
PHILADELPHIA-PA
Neighborhood
Chestnut Hill
Community
PHILADELPHIA-PA, BRIGHT_MAIN, THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA
Directions
Use GPS.

Location

Neighborhood
Chestnut Hill
Subdivision
CHESTNUT HILL
School district
Philadelphia City School District

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Listed by JEANINE BRIERLEY, Keller Williams Main Line

Listing information is provided by the participating MLS / IDX program and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All information should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.