8720 Prospect Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118

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8720 Prospect Ave,Philadelphia, PA 19118
$1,295,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,078 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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Listed by: william i shelton
Office: bhhs fox & roach-chestnut hill
MLS#:PAPH2554722
Source:BRIGHTMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$1,295,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$420.73

About this home

Welcome to 8720 Prospect Avenue aka 50 Newton Street— a Horace W. Sellers–designed residence, presented to the market for the first time in 40 years. Built of classic Wissahickon schist and thoughtfully updated, this detached Chestnut Hill home blends enduring craftsmanship with the comfort and function today’s buyers value. Set on .4 acres, the property includes a stone patio, mature trees, established landscaping, and off-street parking—all within easy reach of both Chestnut Hill East and West regional rail stations. A major addition and renovation by McCoubrey & Oberholtzer expanded the home to over 3,000 square feet. The project introduced a large mudroom, a redesigned kitchen, and updated baths while maintaining the home’s original character. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, Verde Italia granite counters, stainless appliances, and radiant-heat flooring that continues into the mudroom, where floor-to-ceiling built-ins and a deep utility sink flanked by a soapstone counter

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Home facts

  • Year built:1925
  • Listing ID #:PAPH2554722
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:November 28, 2025 at 02:44 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Living area:3,078 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central A/C
  • Heating:Natural Gas, Radiant, Radiator, Zoned

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Slate
  • Year built:1925
  • Building area:3,078 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.4 Acres

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:On Site Septic

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,295,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$420.73
  • Tax amount:$12,857 (2025)