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221 W Upsal Street

PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119
  • $1,695,000
  • STATUS: Closed
  • ON SITE: 372 Days
  • ID#: PAPH2359100
Sold - 07/29/2024
$1,695,000
SOLD - 07/29/2024
  • 6
    BEDS
  • 0.88
    ACRES
  • 4
    BATHS
  • 2
    1/2 BATHS
  • 7,560
    SQFT
  • $0
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1887
County:

School Ratings & Info

Description

Welcome to the Jesse A Tilge House, a one-of-a-kind and truly stunning home in the Pelham district of West Mount Airy. Designed by renowned Philadelphia architect George T Pearson, this exquisitely detailed and elegant property features striking craftsmanship and has been meticulously restored to preserve its historic heritage and provide every modern amenity. The 6-bedroom, 6-bath house is set high up off the street and sits on almost an acre. Enter through the dramatic Dutch door to a grand foyer with exquisite millwork, soaring ceilings, and fireplace. To the left is a charming living room with leaded glass windows that connects to a formal dining room with built-in buffets and fireplace. At the center of this distinguished home is a state-of-the-art kitchen with brand new custom cabinetry, high end appliances, and a spacious 10 stone island that complement the coffered ceiling, wood-paneled walls, and large stained-glass window. The butlers pantry has been modernized with floor to ceiling custom pantries and wet bar. Also on the first floor are mud room, laundry room, powder room, and an abundance of storage space. An enclosed sunroom leads out to the large rear yard, wrap around vaulted porch, and newly paved driveway for 3+ cars. Ascend the magnificent central staircase, awash in the soft light that filters through a massive stained-glass window. On the 2nd floor is a grand primary suite with large dressing room featuring wall length custom closets and fireplace. The luxurious light-filled primary bathroom offers classic elegance with a custom shower, restored clawfoot tub, and large linen closet. Two additional bedrooms on the second floor, accessible by a secondary staircase, have large closets and fireplaces and bathroom. On the third floor are three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bathroom as well as an expansive family room with kitchenette. The multi-light and leaded glass windows have been painstakingly restored. This magnificent home, historically designated in 2022, features upgrades and amenities including central air, updated electrical and plumbing, designer lighting, and refinished hardwood floors throughout. Restored from top to bottom, this house is conveniently located close to the Upsal St. train station and with easy access to the shops and dining in Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, and downtown Philadelphia. This captivating home will take your breath away! Extensive improvements list is available upon request.

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221 W Upsal Street PHILADELPHIA, PA 19119

  • Price: $1,795,000
  • Status: Closed
  • On Site: 372 Days
  • Updated: 44 min ago
  • ID#: PAPH2359100
6
Beds
4
Baths
2
½ Baths
0.88
Acres
7,560
SQFT
$0
$/SQFT
1887
Built
Neighborhood:
Mt Airy (West)
County:
Philadelphia
Area:
19119 (19119)
School District:
The School District Of Philadelphia
Property Description
Welcome to the Jesse A Tilge House, a one-of-a-kind and truly stunning home in the Pelham district of West Mount Airy. Designed by renowned Philadelphia architect George T Pearson, this exquisitely detailed and elegant property features striking craftsmanship and has been meticulously restored to preserve its historic heritage and provide every modern amenity. The 6-bedroom, 6-bath house is set high up off the street and sits on almost an acre. Enter through the dramatic Dutch door to a grand foyer with exquisite millwork, soaring ceilings, and fireplace. To the left is a charming living room with leaded glass windows that connects to a formal dining room with built-in buffets and fireplace. At the center of this distinguished home is a state-of-the-art kitchen with brand new custom cabinetry, high end appliances, and a spacious 10 stone island that complement the coffered ceiling, wood-paneled walls, and large stained-glass window. The butlers pantry has been modernized with floor to ceiling custom pantries and wet bar. Also on the first floor are mud room, laundry room, powder room, and an abundance of storage space. An enclosed sunroom leads out to the large rear yard, wrap around vaulted porch, and newly paved driveway for 3+ cars. Ascend the magnificent central staircase, awash in the soft light that filters through a massive stained-glass window. On the 2nd floor is a grand primary suite with large dressing room featuring wall length custom closets and fireplace. The luxurious light-filled primary bathroom offers classic elegance with a custom shower, restored clawfoot tub, and large linen closet. Two additional bedrooms on the second floor, accessible by a secondary staircase, have large closets and fireplaces and bathroom. On the third floor are three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, one half bathroom as well as an expansive family room with kitchenette. The multi-light and leaded glass windows have been painstakingly restored. This magnificent home, historically designated in 2022, features upgrades and amenities including central air, updated electrical and plumbing, designer lighting, and refinished hardwood floors throughout. Restored from top to bottom, this house is conveniently located close to the Upsal St. train station and with easy access to the shops and dining in Mount Airy, Chestnut Hill, and downtown Philadelphia. This captivating home will take your breath away! Extensive improvements list is available upon request.
Exterior Features

Architectural Style OtherVictorian Construction Materials Stone Exterior Features Exterior Lighting Garage YN No Parking Features Paved Driveway Parking Types Driveway Patio And Porch Features Porch(es)Wrap Around Pool No Pool Property Condition Excellent Roof SlateShingle Water Access YN No Water View YN No Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Fin SQFT 7560 Basement UnfinishedWalkout LevelFullRear Entrance Basement YN Yes Below Grade Finished Area 0 Below Grade Unfinished Area 0 Cooling Central A/CZoned Fireplace YN No Flooring HardwoodWoodSolid Hardwood Furnished No Heating CentralForced AirRadiant Heating YN Yes Interior Features Butlers PantryStain/Lead GlassBuilt-InsCrown MoldingsFormal/Separate Dining RoomKitchen - Eat-InKitchen - IslandKitchen - GourmetPantrySoaking TubWalk-in Closet(s)Wet/Dry Bar Laundry Type Dryer In UnitWasher In Unit Levels 3 Main Level Bedrooms 0 Room List Kitchen Upper Level1 Bedrooms 3

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Association YN No Buyer Financing Cash Central Air YN Yes Close Sale Terms Standard Sale Condo YN No Cooling Fuel Electric Foundation Details BlockBrick/MortarStone Heating Fuel Natural Gas Historic YN Yes Hot Water Natural Gas Municipality PHILADELPHIA Navigable Water YN N New Construction YN No Original MLSNumber 803100006508 Ownership Interest Fee Simple Sale Type Standard Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Structure Design Type Detached Tax Annual Amount 14342.00 Tax Lot 2013 Vacation Rental YN No Water Source Public Year Built Effective 2024 Zoning RSA1

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©2025 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold, or are no longer being offered for sale. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Iron Valley Real Estate. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. Data last updated: 2025-06-12T07:57:15.603.
 
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