Philadelphia, PA 19144,28 E JOHNSON STREET
Philadelphia, PA 19144,28 E JOHNSON STREET
Philadelphia, PA 19144,28 E JOHNSON STREET
Philadelphia, PA 19144,28 E JOHNSON STREET
Philadelphia, PA 19144,28 E JOHNSON STREET
Philadelphia, PA 19144,28 E JOHNSON STREET
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Sue Thomas And Stacy Hilman

Sue Thomas And Stacy Hilman

+1(215) 622-3035
Listed by Alex Aberle • Elfant Wissahickon-Chestnut Hill
$ 625,000
Est. payment | /mo

6 Beds

3 Baths

3,700 SqFt


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$ 625,000
Est. payment | /mo
Save

6 Beds

3 Baths

3,700 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Under Contract

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,700 sqft

Price per Sqft $168

Subdivision Germantown

MLS Listing ID PAPH2544752

Style Victorian

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 3,700

Year Built 1866

Annual Tax Amount $3,080

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 4,988 Sqft

Acres 0.11

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

Step back in time—without sacrificing modern comfort—in this remarkable ca.1866-built home, steeped in local history and architectural character. The Gothic Revival and Italianate style house was built as part of the development of the Chew Estate, where the Battle of Germantown took place during the American Revolution. In fact, the house sits on one of the "Battleground Lots". The first owner was Catherine Price, who was a "Dunker," a moniker for adult baptism in the Church of the Brethren. The second owner was Samuel Harting, an important local builder, bought the house in the early 1900s, at which time he made his mark with a sweeping renovation that brought the house into the modern age of its time. He even constructed the striking brick building next door as his personal office—a decorative gem designed to showcase his craftsmanship.

Today, the home still stands as a testament to quality and care across centuries. Cross the wide front porch and enter through the original front door into a gracious formal foyer. To the right, a massive front parlor welcomes you with soaring ceilings and an original gilt mirror that's seen generations pass through its reflection. Across the foyer, the dining room lies just ahead, accented with built-in cabinetry that feels both timeless and intentional. Antique oak floors run throughout the first and second floors, grounding the home with warmth and history.

In the rear of the home, you'll find a smartly updated kitchen, a convenient powder room, and a laundry room with first-floor access—offering 21st-century ease within a 19th-century shell. Upstairs, the second floor features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. One bath retains its antique soul, boasting original tile work and mirrors, while the other—a sprawling, luxurious space—anchors the primary suite. The third floor offers two more spacious bedrooms and a massive storage closet, easily adaptable to your needs.

The home has been thoughtfully maintained, with major updates where they count, including a new main roof in 2021 and central air throughout.

This is not just a home—it's a piece of Germantown's living history, lovingly updated and ready for its next steward. Please note listing agent has a financial interest in this property.

Location

State PA

County Philadelphia

Area 19144 (19144)

Zoning RSA3

Rooms

Basement Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete, Unfinished

Interior

Interior Features Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors

Hot Water Electric

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Wood, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Non-Functioning

Equipment Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater

Fireplace Y

Window Features Wood Frame

Appliance Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater

Heat Source Natural Gas

Laundry Has Laundry, Main Floor

Exterior

Water Access N

Roof Type Asphalt,Architectural Shingle

Accessibility 32\"+ wide Doors, 36\"+ wide Halls, 2+ Access Exits

Garage N

Building

Story 3

Foundation Stone

Above Ground Finished SqFt 3700

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Victorian

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade

Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings,Dry Wall,Plaster Walls

New Construction N

Schools

School District The School District Of Philadelphia

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 592000008

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 3700

Horse Property N

Special Listing Condition Standard

Bright MLS (BMLS)

Nearby Locations

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Elementary Schools 20
  • 7

    Cedarbrook Middle School

    Public | 5 - 8

  • 6

    Green Woods Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 4

    Cook-Wissahickon Elementary School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 4

    Emlen Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 4

    John F. McCloskey School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 4

    Wissahickon Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 4

    Mastery Charter School - Francis D. Pastorius Elemen

    Public | KG - 8

  • 3

    Jenks Academy for the Arts and Sciences

    Public | KG - 8

  • 3

    Charles W. Henry School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 3

    Henry H. Houston Elementary School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 3

    Thomas Mifflin School

    Public | PK - 8

  • 3

    Imani Educationl Circle Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 3

    Fitler Academics Plus

    Public | 1 - 8

  • 3

    Grover Cleveland Mastery Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 3

    William Rowen Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 2

    Anna Lane Lingelbach School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 2

    Khepera Charter School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 2

    Rhodes Elementary School

    Public | KG - 8

  • 2

    James Logan Elementary School

    Public | KG - 5

  • 2

    Ellwood Elementary School

    Public | PK - 5

Middle Schools 8
  • 9

    Hill J E/Freedman Samson

    Public | 6 - 9

  • 7

    Amy NW

    Public | 6 - 8

  • 4

    Mastery Charter School-Pickett Campus

    Public | 6 - 12

  • 2

    Eastern University Academy Charter School

    Public | 7 - 12

  • 2

    Anna Blakiston Day School

    Public | EE - 8

  • 1

    Morris E. Leeds Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

  • 1

    General Louis Wagner Middle School

    Public | 6 - 8

  • 0

    The Crefeld School

    Private | 7 - 12

High Schools 18
  • 9

    Central High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 6

    Cheltenham High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 6

    Girls High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 5

    Multi-Cultural Academy Charter School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 4

    Saul W B Agricultural School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 4

    Parkway Northwest

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 2

    Randolph A. Philip Avt High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 1

    Roxborough High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 1

    Promise Academy at Martin Luther King High School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 1

    Act Academy Cyber Charter School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 1

    Mastery Charter School at Gratz

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 1

    Imhotep Institute Chs

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 1

    Delaware Valley Chs

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 0

    Bridge Way School

    Private | 10 - 12

  • 0

    Mercy Vocational High School

    Private | 9 - 12

  • 0

    Hope Charter School

    Public | 9 - 12

  • 0

    Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School

    Private | 9 - 12

  • 0

    Little Flower Catholic High School

    Private | 9 - 12

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Sue Thomas And Stacy Hilman
Sue Thomas And Stacy Hilman

Partner | Lic# RS284038

+1(215) 622-3035

259 Veterans Lane, Doylestown, PA, 18901

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