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Philadelphia,PA 19143
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 8,535 sqft
Price per Sqft $322
Subdivision University City
MLS Listing ID PAPH2440626
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 11
Full Baths 10
Half Baths 2
Year Built 1889
Annual Tax Amount $5,740
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.344 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
Discover The Gables, a historic mansion in University City, just a block from Clark Park and its renowned farmers' market. This award-winning property boasts 11 bedrooms, 10 full 2 half bathrooms, and stunning original features including hardwood floors with intricate inlays, eight elegant gas fireplaces, and impressive 10.5-foot ceilings on the first floor. Large windows provide abundant natural light throughout the spacious interiors. Set on a generous 1/3-acre lot, the property includes a grand wraparound veranda, beautifully landscaped grounds, and paved parking for up to 8 cars. The Gables offers versatile potential in this “as is” property—continue its successful bed and breakfast operation, convert it into a luxurious single-family residence, and explore developing the extra land. With its exceptional location near amenities and just minutes from Center City, this property blends historic charm with modern convenience.
Location
State PA
County Philadelphia
Area 19143 (19143)
Zoning RTA1
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room,Dining Room,Primary Bedroom,Kitchen,Family Room,Laundry,Other
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Steam,Radiator
Cooling Central A/C,Wall Unit
Flooring Wood
Fireplaces Number 6
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane,Electric
Equipment Commercial Range
Laundry Lower Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Porch(es),Patio(s),Wrap Around
Fence Decorative
Utilities Available Cable TV
Water Access N
View City
Building
Lot Description Corner
Story 3
Foundation Block,Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings
New Construction N
Schools
School District The School District Of Philadelphia
Others
Acceptable Financing Conventional,Cash
Listing Terms Conventional,Cash
Special Listing Condition Standard