$360,000
 $1,933 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

4938 Chestnut St,PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19139

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Six Bedrooms. Historic Character. Endless Potential. Offering 1% Interest Rate Buydown for the 1st year at ZERO cost to the homebuyer when using the homeowner's preferred lender! Ask for details and see how this incentive can make owning this exceptional University City property even more attractive. Welcome to 4938 Chestnut Street, a stately 16-foot-wide row home where timeless Philadelphia character meets thoughtful updates and incredible potential. Offering approximately 2,300 square feet, 6 bedrooms, and 2 full baths, this expansive home is available to rent or purchase. As you enter, you are greeted by a spacious, light-filled mudroom adorned with beautiful decorative stained-glass windows. Thoughtfully versatile, this charming space can serve as a sophisticated entryway, a welcoming plant room, or a cozy reading nook. Step through the original vestibule and into the main level, where charming architectural details and timeless character unfold throughout the home. The main level features an oversized living room centered around a striking fireplace framed by custom millwork, serving as the room's undeniable centerpiece and showcasing the home's timeless character. Original moldings, stained glass windows, distinctive staircases, and new wood-look vinyl flooring create an elegant blend of historic charm and modern comfort. A gracious, separate dining room offers the perfect setting for everything from intimate dinners to lively gatherings with family and friends. The kitchen flows toward the rear of the home, opening to a spacious backyard, a rare and valuable amenity in the city. Upstairs, the second floor offers 3 generously sized bedrooms, a full bath, and additional original character, including a beautiful fireplace in the spacious front primary bedroom. The third floor adds 3 additional bedrooms and another full bath, creating an exceptionally flexible layout for a large household, roommates, guests, home offices, or future rental and multifamily possibilities. And then there is the location. Situated in the heart of University City, this home is just two blocks from the train, providing convenient access toward Center City and 30th Street Station. With universities, hospitals, restaurants, neighborhood amenities, and transportation all nearby, the location offers both convenience and long term appeal. The property is also zoned RM-1, offering potential for a multifamily conversion for investors or owner-occupants, subject to applicable zoning requirements and approvals. Whether you're looking for a spacious primary residence, a property with rental potential, or an opportunity to bring your vision to one of University City's most character-filled homes, 4938 Chestnut Street offers space, flexibility, character, and possibility all at an exciting price point. Schedule your showing today!

Details

MLS #PAPH2674754
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleCondominium
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive-bright
Year1925
Days On Site34
Listing Provided ByElfant Wissahickon Realtors | Jeanne A Whipple

Features

Bed(s)6
Bath(s) 2 Total
SQ Feet2,240
BasementY
Story(s)3
ZoningRM1
Acreage0.04

Interior

CoolingNone
Heating Yes / NoYes
HeatingRadiator

Exterior

Construction MaterialsMasonry
Foundation DetailsBrick/Mortar

Parking

Garage Yes / NoNo

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount4329

Area Information

StatePA
CountyPHILADELPHIA PA
CityPHILADELPHIA
Zip Code19139
Area19139 (19139)
Community NameUNIVERSITY CITY
School DistrictPHILADELPHIA CITY
Listing VS Median (in UNIVERSITY CITY)
Price:
$360,000
low | high
Med:
$2,950
100% of Average
sqft:
2,240
low | high
Med:
1,761
71.40625% of Average
$ / sqft:
$161
low | high
Med:
$2
100% of Average
On site:
34
low | high
Med:
44
77.272727272727% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 19139

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StatePA
CountyPHILADELPHIA PA
CityPHILADELPHIA
Zip Code19139
Area19139 (19139)
Community NameUNIVERSITY CITY
School DistrictPHILADELPHIA CITY
Listing VS Median (in UNIVERSITY CITY)
Price:
$360,000
low | high
Med:
$2,950
100% of Average
sqft:
2,240
low | high
Med:
1,761
71.40625% of Average
$ / sqft:
$161
low | high
Med:
$2
100% of Average
On site:
34
low | high
Med:
44
77.272727272727% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
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Price: $270K - $450K
sqft: 1,500 - 2,500
Listing Updated: November 3, 2026 at 10:39:12 AM PST